Florida average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

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Brookdale Santa Barbara offers a safe and nurturing environment for seniors with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. As a memory care pioneer for over 25 years, the community provides a comfortable, home-like setting where residents can engage in creative pursuits and enjoy social circles. The carefully designed building and highly trained staff focus on helping seniors live life well while supporting their current abilities and skills. Residents have access to a variety of dementia-friendly activities, including trivia games, fitness classes, and crafting workshops.
The community pairs residents with similar abilities to maintain a sense of belonging, and the enclosed courtyard allows for secure outdoor exploration. Dining is a priority, with healthy and delicious meals served daily in a supportive environment that encourages familiarity and socialization. Brookdale Santa Barbara is committed to providing compassionate and attentive care to meet each resident’s unique needs.
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Brookdale Santa Barbara is legally operated by Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc., and administrated by Stephanie Viegas.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
In Florida, the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) is the primary authority that conducts unannounced inspections and completes official health quality reports for all healthcare facilities.
Citations
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
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Total citations
| 37 | 33 | This facility has 12% more total citations than a typical Florida nursing home (37 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 12% worse |
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Citations per year
| 2.8 | 2.5 | This facility has 12% more citations per year than a typical Florida nursing home (2.8 vs. FL avg 2.5).↑ 12% worse |
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Citations per inspection
| 1 | 1.3 | This facility has 23% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida nursing home (1 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 23% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
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Total inspections
| 36 | 26 | This facility has 38% more total inspections than a typical Florida nursing home (36 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 38% worse |
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Inspections with citations
| 18 | 16 | This facility has 13% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida nursing home (18 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 13% worse |
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Inspection citation rate
| 50% | 62% | This facility has 12 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida nursing home (50% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 12% better |
BROOKDALE SANTA BARBARA's latest inspection, conducted on July 21, 2025, reported no deficiencies. Over a period of 36 inspections from September 4, 2012 to July 21, 2025, the facility had 14 complaint-driven inspections, 12 monitoring visits, 9 standard assessments, and 1 unknown type of inspection. Notably, all 36 inspections resulted in deficiencies being cited, totaling 37 line items across various categories. Common themes emerged in building maintenance/physical plant, records/documentation, resident care/rights, dietary/food service, and emergency planning areas. The facility has demonstrated improvement through corrections, with a focus on addressing previously cited issues to maintain compliance and ensure high-quality care for residents.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsFlorida average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
Florida average 19.7
Florida average 4.48
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
17 of 27 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 10 of 27 resulted from complaint investigations.
Florida average: 0.8
Florida average: 0.4
Reporting period: April 1 – June 30, 2025 (Q2 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
2,334 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 49 | 0 | 49 | 21,079 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 17 | 0 | 17 | 6,417 | 91 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 4,399 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 19 | 0 | 19 | 1,419 | 84 | 92% | 7.6 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,016 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 955 | 64 | 70% | 7.9 |
| Dental Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 914 | 65 | 71% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 785 | 81 | 89% | 7.4 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 503 | 66 | 73% | 7.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 482 | 61 | 67% | 7.7 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 60 | 66% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 442 | 52 | 57% | 7.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 5 | 5 | 426 | 46 | 51% | 7.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 5 | 5 | 201 | 38 | 42% | 4.9 |
Includes penalties issued in 2023-2025
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
9 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
24% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
60% of new residents, often for short stays.
17% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Brookdale Santa Barbara based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Housing Options: Studio / Suite
Building Type: Single-story
Fitness and Recreation
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
6.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Cape Coral's city center to Brookdale Santa Barbara's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.95 miles to nearest hospital (Cape Coral Hospital)
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Brookdale Santa Barbara is located in Cape Coral, Florida.
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Brookdale Santa Barbara is in the Hancock neighborhood of Cape Coral.
The team at Brookdale Santa Barbara speaks English, Portuguese, and Spanish.
The legal owner and operator of Brookdale Santa Barbara is Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc..
Brookdale Santa Barbara has a walk score of 33. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
According to FL state health department records, Brookdale Santa Barbara's license number is 9767.
According to FL state health department records, Brookdale Santa Barbara's license expires on May 14, 2026.
Brookdale Santa Barbara accepts Other.
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