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Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC), Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
300 Hot Springs Rd. · Santa Barbara, CA 93108 · Lic. #421700160 (CA) · 360 certified beds
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In Santa Barbara, California, Casa Dorinda is listed as a continuing care retirement community. The CA licensing record lists its status as "LICENSED". Public records list 360 beds. It is Medicare certified. Ownership records list a nonprofit operator and tie the listing to Montecito Retirement Association. We hold 35 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 6 March 2026. CMS also lists 1 fine or payment denial action against it. Reported staffing works out to 2.15 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated September 2026.
State licensing agency · Source data September 2026
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
4
Cited deficiencies
0
Staffing rating
1.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
22
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
Not published
Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
Not published
Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
1.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
22
Staffing rating
1.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
22
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
4
Cited deficiencies
0
Records from October 2022 to March 2026.
April 12, 2024 · F
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-12 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 12, 2024 · E
Citation F0803Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-12 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 12, 2024 · E
Citation F0801Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-12 under CMS tag F0801 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 1, 2023
Citation 29-AS-20230420091544California Community Care Licensing recorded a complaint investigation on 2023-06-01 (control 29-AS-20230420091544). Allegation findings recorded: 4 unsubstantiated. Source: CDSS CCLD Transparency Website (as of 2026-07-24).
March 28, 2023
Citation 29-AS-20230209083049California Community Care Licensing recorded a complaint investigation on 2023-03-28 (control 29-AS-20230209083049). Allegation findings recorded: 1 unsubstantiated. Source: CDSS CCLD Transparency Website (as of 2026-07-24).
October 20, 2022 · D
Citation F0692Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-20 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 20, 2022 · D
Citation F0757Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-20 under CMS tag F0757 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 20, 2022 · E
Citation F0802Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-20 under CMS tag F0802 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 20, 2022 · D
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-20 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 20, 2022 · D
Citation F0554Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-20 under CMS tag F0554 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 20, 2022 · D
Citation F0804Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-20 under CMS tag F0804 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 20, 2022 · D
Citation F0808Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-20 under CMS tag F0808 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 20, 2022 · D
Citation F0578Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-20 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 20, 2022 · D
Citation F0755Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-20 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 4, 2022
Citation 29-AS-20220927134346California Community Care Licensing recorded a complaint investigation on 2022-10-04 (control 29-AS-20220927134346). Allegation findings recorded: 1 substantiated. Source: CDSS CCLD Transparency Website (as of 2026-07-24).
Total fines on file: $8,278
November 18, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-136430CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $8,278 against this nursing home on 2025-11-18 (Fine ID: 136430). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
Latest: 2.15 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
Most recent period is higher than 2025Q4 (+0.19 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Non profit - Corporation
Parent organization: Montecito Retirement Association
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Sep 2, 2026Listed capacity changed
Listed capacity changed from 52 to 360 beds.
Reported by California RCFE
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit - Corporation".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Aug 5, 2026Listed capacity changed
Listed capacity changed from 360 to 52 beds.
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 26, 2026Listed capacity changed
Listed capacity changed from 52 to 360 beds.
Reported by California RCFE
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