Casa Dorinda
Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Santa Barbara, CA
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Casa Dorinda

Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Santa Barbara, CA
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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Casa Dorinda accepts Medicare and private pay.

Overview of Casa Dorinda

Casa Dorinda is a nursing home in Santa Barbara, California. It’s located on Hot Springs Road in a quiet, car-dependent area outside the city center. Medicare and private pay are welcome, so families have different coverage options. Owned by Ramona Clark, the community is operated by the Montecito Retirement Association under Brian Mccague’s administration.

The home is a substantial community with 360 beds, currently at 70 percent occupancy with 251 residents. After operating for over three decades, the community has built a stable resident population with an average stay length of 126 days, reflecting a mix of short-term rehabilitation stays and longer-term nursing care. Casa Dorinda employs a full clinical team, with total nursing care averaging nearly 6 hours per resident day, supported by a mix of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides. Daily life centers on structured meals and recreation. The kitchen prepares three fresh-made meals per day, with special events like Sunday Champagne Brunch and holiday celebrations in the calendar. Residents can partake in cultural events, arts and crafts, fitness classes at an on-site gym, and nature walks that get people outside when the weather permits.

For residents working on recovery post-hospital stays or injury, Casa Dorinda supports rehabilitation services. A fitness center and gym exist for residents wanting to maintain strength and mobility, and housekeeping services keep the building tidy and orderly. Families evaluating Casa Dorinda should take time to tour the home and meet the care team, so that a real sense of the daily environment and the care pacing is felt and perceived.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 27.0% Above CA avg. ▲ 27.0% Above CA avg.CA average: 3.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 43.0% Above CA avg. ▲ 43.0% Above CA avg.CA average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▼ 68.1% Below CA avg. ▼ 68.1% Below CA avg.CA average: 3.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 22.4% Above CA avg. ▲ 22.4% Above CA avg.CA average: 4.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to California state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 13th out of 354 homes in California for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
5h 59m per day
Rank #13 / 354Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th out of 354 homes in California. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the California average, with a ranking across 354 California facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility California avg (4h 13m per day)
vs California avg
+42%

4 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Weekend RN is +83% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 56m per day ▲ 43% State avg: 39m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 1h 2m per day ▼ 15% State avg: 1h 13m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 0m per day ▼ 100% State avg: 2h 38m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 1h 46m per day ▼ 57% State avg: 4h 5m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 0m per day ▼ 100% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 55m per day ▲ 83% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 28m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
126 days
Bed community size
360-bed community Rank #34 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 34th out of 1657 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
32 years in operation Rank #106 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 106th out of 1487 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 2 / 100 Rank #2044 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2044th out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
85%
Rank #452 / 1537Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 452nd out of 1537 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1537. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
307 / 360
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeRcfe-continuing Care Retirement Community
StatusLicensed
IssuanceOctober 31, 1993
CountySanta Barbara
License Number050000112
RCFE Number421700160
SNF License050000112
State License TypesRCFE #421700160, SNF #050000112, CCRC Certificate of Authority #126
CertificationsFive-Year Term of Accreditation from CARF
AccreditationsCARF

Ownership & Operating Entity

Casa Dorinda is legally operated by Montecito Retirement Association, and administered by Brian Mccague.

Owner NameMontecito Retirement Association

Safety & Compliance

Secured Perimeter
Safety FeaturesEmergency call system, 24-hour security supervision of grounds & buildings, Daily welfare checks

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Gym
Housekeeping
Activitiescultural events, arts and crafts, fitness classes, nature walks
Wellness ProgramCasa Fit
Specific Programslife enrichment, health and fitness
Volunteer ProgramsYes

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionCasa Dorinda provides three freshly prepared meals daily, including special events like Sunday Champagne Brunch and holiday celebrations.

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California nursing home score (the benchmark); higher is better.

5 points above the California average for nursing homes (81/100)

Rank #630 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 630th out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. Inspection score: 86 out of 100. Letter grade B. 5 points above the California average for nursing homes (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2019 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Official inspections (25% above)
8 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (80% below)
• Citations per year (79% below)
• Citations per inspection (94% below)
• Total visits (25% below)
• Complaint visits (69% below)
• Other visits (57% below)
• Total complaints (64% below)
• Complaints per year (65% below)
Latest Inspection October 8, 2025

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 210 This facility has 80% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2019. 0.31.4 This facility has 79% fewer citations per year than a typical California nursing home (0.3 vs. CA avg 1.4).↓ 79% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.23.3 This facility has 94% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California nursing home (0.2 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 94% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 1216 This facility has 25% fewer total visits than a typical California nursing home (12 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 25% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 413 This facility has 69% fewer complaint visits than a typical California nursing home (4 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 69% better Rank #529 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 529th out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 37 This facility has 57% fewer other visits than a typical California nursing home (3 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 57% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California nursing home (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 514 This facility has 64% fewer total complaints than a typical California nursing home (5 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 64% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2019. 0.72 This facility has 65% fewer complaints per year than a typical California nursing home (0.7 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 65% better

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2019
Total health inspections 5

California average 12.5


Last Health inspection on Dec 2024

Total health citations
29 Rank #107 / 361Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 107th out of 361 homes in California. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the California State average, with a ranking across all 361 CA facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

California average 50.2

Citations per inspection
5.8 Rank #289 / 361Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 289th out of 361 homes in California. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the California mean across 361 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

California average 4.65


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

24 of 29 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 5 of 29 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 7 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than California average

California average: 0.4


Serious health citations
0
100% better than California average

California average: 1

0 critical citations California average: 0.4

0 serious citations California average: 1

29 moderate citations California average: 47.2

0 minor citations California average: 1.5
Citations history (last 7 years)
Administration moderate citation Dec 05, 2024
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Dec 05, 2024
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Dec 05, 2024
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Dec 05, 2024
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 25
Employees 24
Contractors 1
Staff to resident ratio 0.89 : 1
51% fewer staff per resident than California average
California average ratio: 1.81 : 1 California average ratio: 1.81 : 1See full California ranking
Avg staff/day 12
Average shift 7 hours
9% worse than California average
California average: 7.7 hours California average shift: 7.7 hoursSee full California ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 7,673

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info All 6 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 6
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.2 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 11 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 11
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.1 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info No CNA Staff reported this quarter. 0
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

0.3%

22 contractor hours this quarter

Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Licensed Practical Nurse110113,5048896%7.1
Registered Nurse6062,18892100%7.2
Other Dietary Services Staff3035747278%6.9
Nurse Practitioner2025046368%8
Mental Health Service Worker1014415762%7.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist1014405560%8
Occupational Therapy Assistant011222729%0.8
11 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 96%
6 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 78%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 68%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 62%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 60%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 29%

Penalties and fines

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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 6.1
8% better than California average

California average: 6.6

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 13.4
18% worse than California average

California average: 11.3

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 12.2%
11% worse than California average

California average: 11.1%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 9.1%
24% better than California average

California average: 12.0%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 18.7%
66% worse than California average

California average: 11.3%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.2%
151% worse than California average

California average: 1.7%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 2.2%
56% better than California average

California average: 5.0%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than California average

California average: 1.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 2.7%
35% better than California average

California average: 4.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.0%
86% better than California average

California average: 6.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 12.5%
24% worse than California average

California average: 10.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 92.5%
6% worse than California average

California average: 98.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 90.3%
8% worse than California average

California average: 98.2%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.43
36% better than California average

California average: 2.25

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.28
82% better than California average

California average: 1.59

Short-stay resident measures
Above average Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 78.9%
16% worse than California average

California average: 94.0%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 6.6%
354% worse than California average

California average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 54.1%
42% worse than California average

California average: 93.2%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 17.2%
26% better than California average

California average: 23.2%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 10.3%
8% better than California average

California average: 11.2%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than California average

California average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 37.5%
30% worse than California average

California average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 59.0%
17% better than California average

California average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

99% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 12 days

Private pay

1% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 67 - 68 years

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 28
Medicare
3
10.7% of residents
Private pay or other
25
89.3% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

Governmental community
Operated by a subsidized facility district.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$36.4M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$1.1M
Governmental community Operated by a subsidized facility district.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$36.4M Rank #20 / 355Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 20th out of 355 homes in California. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the California average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$1.1M
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$5.6M
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #10 / 355Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th out of 355 homes in California. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the California average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$19.2M 52.7% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #204 / 355Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 204th out of 355 homes in California. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the California average. Well-run California facilities typically land around 56–67% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$18.3M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$37.5M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Most new residents arrive under Medicare (99% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 12 days.

Admissions
89 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 99%
Private pay 1%
Discharges
117 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 26%
Private pay 74%

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Address 162.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Santa Barbara's city center to Casa Dorinda's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Facility 85.3%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #452 / 1537
+1%
5.99
Facility 5.99
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #13 / 354
+170%+42%
$8.3k
Facility $8.3k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #226 / 362
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 81
Rank #630 / 1401
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #107 / 361
5.8
Facility 5.8
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #289 / 361
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2
Facility 2
CA AVG 57
Rank #2044 / 2092
Ramona Clark
$36.4M
Facility $36.4M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #20 / 355
$19.2M
Facility $19.2M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #10 / 355
52.7%
Facility 52.7%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #204 / 355
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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in California

Casa Dorinda is located in SANTA BARBARA, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
CA

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about Casa Dorinda

Who is the owner of Casa Dorinda?

The legal owner and operator of Casa Dorinda is Montecito Retirement Association.

Is Casa Dorinda in a walkable area?

Casa Dorinda has a walk score of 2. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at Casa Dorinda?

Casa Dorinda's occupancy is 85%.

Who is the administrator of Casa Dorinda?

Brian McCague is the administrator of Casa Dorinda.

How many beds does Casa Dorinda have?

Casa Dorinda has 360 beds.

Has Casa Dorinda had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Casa Dorinda has had 2 recently reported deficiencies.

Are there photos of Casa Dorinda?

Yes — there are 12 photos of Casa Dorinda in the photo gallery on this page.

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