Casa Dorinda
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Santa Barbara, CA
ALM Inspection Grade A- Info ALM's inspection grade is 90 / 100, an A- — a combined grade: its CMS-certified nursing-home beds and its state-licensed beds, weighted by bed count · A proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade.A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. It is not a government rating.
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.

Casa Dorinda

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Santa Barbara, CA
ALM Inspection Grade A- Info ALM's inspection grade is 90 / 100, an A- — a combined grade: its CMS-certified nursing-home beds and its state-licensed beds, weighted by bed count · A proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade.A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. It is not a government rating.
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.
Casa Dorinda accepts Medicare and private pay.
Casa Dorinda accepts Medicare and private pay.

Overview of Casa Dorinda

Casa Dorinda provides assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing care in Santa Barbara, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Having these care levels within one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since different levels of support remain available without requiring a move to another community. Casa Dorinda has 360 beds, making it a larger community with more residents and staff, as well as programming on a larger scale. Total nurse staffing is 7 hours and 4 minutes per resident each day, representing the amount of nurse staffing time allocated to each resident across a day.

Residents can use the pool and take part in cultural events, arts and crafts, fitness classes, and nature walks. These activities provide options for exercise, creative work, cultural programming, and time outdoors. Medicare and private pay are accepted, giving families the option to use Medicare coverage or pay directly. Montecito Retirement Association operates Casa Dorinda, and Brian McCague serves as administrator.

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.
▲ 54.9% Above CA avg. ▲ 54.9% Above CA avg.CA average: 3.2Click 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.
▲ 42.2% Above CA avg. ▲ 42.2% 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.
▼ 10.8% Below CA avg. ▼ 10.8% Below CA avg.CA average: 3.4Click 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.
▲ 20.1% Above CA avg. ▲ 20.1% Above CA avg.CA average: 4.2Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing Info Data period: Q2 2026 (April 1 – June 30, 2026).
Nursing care per resident per day and state rankings: CMS Provider Information.
Headcount, shifts and contractors: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ).

Total nursing care per resident / day Info This nursing home is ranked 2nd out of 291 nursing homes we track 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.
↑ 62% · CA 4h 21mThis facility: 7h 4m per resident per day, 62% above the California average of 4h 21m (among California facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. Rank #2 / 291Nurse hours — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 2nd out of 291 nursing homes we track in California for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the California average, with a ranking across 291 California facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in California that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
7h 4m

Standout metric: Physical therapist is +88% above California average

0 of 6 metrics below California average

Staff by category

Q2 2026 · Apr 1 – Jun 30 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2026.
Certified Nursing Assistant4004012,56891100%7.3
Licensed Practical Nurse150154,42491100%7.1
Registered Nurse5051,6508897%7.3
Physical Therapy Assistant0557166369%6.9
Other Dietary Services Staff3035837582%6.6
Speech Language Pathologist0225127481%6.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician0114966268%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist1014645864%8
Nurse Practitioner1014005055%8
Mental Health Service Worker101941213%7.8
Qualified Social Worker044551415%3.7
Occupational Therapy Assistant011131719%0.8
40 Certified Nursing Assistant
Coverage 100%
15 Licensed Practical Nurse
Coverage 100%
5 Registered Nurse
Coverage 97%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
Coverage 69%
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs. 412 Rank #36 / 344Bed count — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 36th out of 344 nursing homes we track in California for bed count. 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in California that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

High-capacity home · May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

52 nursing-home beds (CMS) + 360 state-licensed beds.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #50 / 198Years in operation — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 50th out of 198 nursing homes we track in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in California that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
33 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #339 / 343Walk Score — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 339th out of 343 nursing homes we track in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in California that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
2 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand. Rank #173 / 302Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 173rd out of 302 nursing homes we track in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 302. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in California that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
85.3% This home usually has limited availability
Similar to the California average: 82.4%
Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
133 days

About This Community

License Details

IssuanceOctober 31, 1993
CountySanta Barbara
License Number050000112
RCFE Number421700160
SNF License050000112
State License TypesRCFE #421700160, SNF #050000112, CCRC Certificate of Authority #126
AccreditationsCARF

Certifications & Programs

Five-Year CARF Accreditation — Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)Accreditation from CARF International, an independent nonprofit that surveys aging-services providers on site against international quality standards, with a focus on person-centered care and continuous improvement.

Ownership & Operating Entity

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

Owner NameMontecito Retirement Association
Profit StatusNonprofit

Safety & Compliance

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

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicare

Additional Services

2 services
Catering and Event Planning
TransportationListed as: Transportation to local events

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Library
Bar
Fitness Center (3,200 Sq. Ft.) with Pool
Covered Patio with Firepit
Private Dining Room
Volunteer Program
Activities
Cultural Events In Santa Barbara
Lectures
Resident Birthday Lunches
Bocce Ball
Live Music
Museum Trips
Arts and Crafts
Beach Walks
Ceramics
Mahjong and Bridge
Winery Outings
Guest Speakers

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Casa Dorinda.
  • Multiple dining venues.

Contact Casa Dorinda

Two inspection records, one community. California inspects its 360 state-licensed beds; CMS inspects its 52 nursing-home beds.

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.

ALM Inspection Grade

90 / 100 Combined grade: CMS inspection data for this community's nursing-home beds and California inspection data for its state-licensed beds, weighted by bed count

How the two records combine

Nursing-home beds (CMS) · 13% of the grade B+ · 87/100

5 points above the California average for CMS-certified facilities (82/100).

52 certified beds, 13% of the grade. Graded with CMS-certified facilities on the national scale.

Citations Typical

72 severity-weighted points (31 citations) · 23% lower than the typical CMS-certified CA facility (median: 94)

Enforcement Typical

1 enforcement action · above the typical CMS-certified CA facility (median: 0) · $8,278 in fines

Persistence Concern

39 days to fix issues · slower than the typical CMS-certified CA facility (median: 25)

California state-licensed beds · 87% of the grade A- · 91/100

8 points above the California average for state-licensed facilities (83/100).

360 licensed beds, 87% of the grade. Graded with California state-licensed facilities on the California scale.

Serious citations Concern

2 serious citations in 12 inspections

Moderate citations Strong

0 moderate citations per inspection · better than the typical state-licensed CA facility (median: 0.15)

Complaint visits Strong

1.1 complaint visits per 100 resident beds (4 across 360 beds) · 7× fewer than the typical state-licensed CA facility (median: 7.9)

How the final grade is calculated A- · 90/100

87 × 13% + 91 × 87% = 90 / 100

The two grades are combined in proportion to the beds each record covers: 52 CMS-certified nursing-home beds (13%) and 360 California state-licensed beds (87%). The result, 90 out of 100, is an A- on the same scale every ALM Inspection Grade uses.

Inspection grade: 90 out of 100, letter grade A-.

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.

Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (71% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (100% below)
• Citations per inspection (60% below)
• Total complaints (64% below)

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. 27.0 This facility has 71% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 23.0 This facility has 33% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 33% better Rank #168 / 294 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 168th out of 294 nursing homes we track in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among the 294 nursing homes in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in California that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 04.0 This facility has 100% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California nursing home (0 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 100% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.20.5 This facility has 60% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California nursing home (0.2 vs. CA avg 0.5).↓ 60% better

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of official scheduled inspections, complaint visits and other regulatory visits. California counts each evaluation report, so one trip can count twice when it serves two purposes. 1219.0 This facility has had 37% fewer total inspections than the California average (12 vs. CA avg 19). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 37% fewer
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 46.0 This facility has had 33% fewer complaint visits than the California average (4 vs. CA avg 6). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 33% fewer
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 35.0 This facility has had 40% fewer other visits than the California average (3 vs. CA avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 40% fewer
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54.0 This facility has had 25% more official inspections than the California average (5 vs. CA avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 25% more

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. 514.0 This facility has 64% fewer total complaints than a typical California nursing home (5 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 64% better
Inspections

CMS Health Inspection History

Since 2022 · 4 years of data · Last health inspection Mar 2026

Federal inspection data published by CMS, covering this home's Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing/nursing beds only.

Total health inspections
6 ↓ 50% · CA 12This facility: 6, 50% below the California average of 12 (among California facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Total health citations
31 Rank #102 / 294Health citations — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 102nd out of 294 nursing homes we track in California for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the California State average, with a ranking across all 294 CA facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in California that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↓ 38% · CA 49.7This facility: 31, 38% below the California average of 49.7 (among California facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citations per inspection
5.17 Rank #202 / 294Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 202nd out of 294 nursing homes we track in California for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the California mean across 294 facilities with citation data. Lower is better. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in California that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↑ 8% · CA 4.77This facility: 5.17, 8% above the California average of 4.77 (among California facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citation severity
100% corrected 31 of 31 citations corrected
Bar = mix of this home's 31 citations, not a state comparison

Lighter shade = corrected

Critical J–L
0 ↓ 100% · CA 0.3This facility: 0, 100% below the California average of 0.3 (among California facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Immediate jeopardy
Serious G–I
1 ↑ 11% · CA 0.9This facility: 1, 11% above the California average of 0.9 (among California facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Actual harm
Moderate D–F
30 ↓ 36% · CA 47.1This facility: 30, 36% below the California average of 47.1 (among California facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, more than minimal risk
Minor A–C
0 ↓ 100% · CA 1.5This facility: 0, 100% below the California average of 1.5 (among California facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, minimal risk

Latest inspection: Mar 06, 2026 · 7 citations, all corrected

Most cited category: Nutrition & Dietary, 11 of 31 citations · 7 categories in total

Citations history
Most recent first
Mar 06, 2026 7 citations
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Administration moderate citation Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Nov 18, 2025 1 citation
Quality of Care serious citation Corrected
Dec 05, 2024 9 citations
Administration moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Nov 05, 2024 2 citations
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Apr 12, 2024 3 citations
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Oct 20, 2022 9 citations
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Top deficiency categories
Share of 31 citations
Nutrition & Dietary 11 deficiencies (35%)
Resident Assessment & Care Planning 6 deficiencies (19%)
Pharmacy Services 5 deficiencies (16%)
Quality of Life & Care 3 deficiencies (10%)
Infection Control 2 deficiencies (6%)
Resident Rights 2 deficiencies (6%)
Administration 2 deficiencies (6%)
How citations are counted

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

25 of 31 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 6 of 31 resulted from complaint investigations.

Includes all CMS health inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

Source

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports, which cover the Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing and nursing beds and no other part of the community. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.

Enforcement

Penalties and fines About 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 · Data as of Oct 2026

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Latest: Nov 18, 2025 · $8,278 civil money penalty

1 fine
Nov 18, 2025 · $8,278 civil money penalty
Total fines
$8,278 ↓ 85% · CA $57KThis facility: $8,278, 85% below the California average of $56,949. Average among the 478 California facilities with a penalty on record.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.US avg $66KUS average: $66,281, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.Rank #196 / 296Federal fines — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 196th out of 296 nursing homes we track in California for federal fines. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the California average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 296 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in California that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Number of fines
1 ↓ 46% · CA 1.85This facility: 1, 46% below the California average of 1.85. Average among the 478 California facilities with a penalty on record.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.US avg 1.88US average: 1.88, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Payment denials What is a payment denial? Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0 CA avg 0.59California average: 0.59. Average among the 478 California facilities with a penalty on record.US avg 0.35US average: 0.35, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Health Outcomes

Quality of care over time

How residents at this home fare on health outcomes and preventive care, compared with the California average.

Data as of Oct 2026 · CMS Care Compare

Long-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of long-stay residents, who live at the home for 100 days or more. It is built from the long-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 4 / 5 Above average
Short-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of short-stay residents, mostly people recovering after a hospital stay for under 100 days. It is built from the short-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 5 / 5 Significantly above average
High-risk clinical events Info Average of five long-stay measures: pressure ulcers, falls with major injury, unplanned weight loss, worsening ability to walk, and needing more help with daily activities. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 5.3 Score · lower is better ↓ 7% · CA 5.7This facility: 5.3, 7% below the CA average of 5.7 (among CA facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Functional decline Info Average of three long-stay measures: needing more help with daily activities, worsening ability to walk, and loss of bowel or bladder control. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 10.7 Score · lower is better ↑ 13% · CA 9.5This facility: 10.7, 13% above the CA average of 9.5 (among CA facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.

13 long-stay measures: 6 better, 6 worse, 1 near CA average

8 short-stay measures: 2 better, 3 worse, 3 compared with US only

Financials

Money and staffing.

Casa Dorinda’s finances from its CMS cost report for the fiscal year ending December 2024, compared with 289 California nursing homes that filed a recent report. Includes all financial data for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

FY Dec 2024

Is it financially stable?

Losing money on care, and more than last year

−6.7% operating margin

−3.7 pts vs prior year

An operating loss in 8 of the last 8 reported years. Other income ($5.5M) turns it into a net profit to $3.0M. Watch for cost-cutting that reaches staffing.

Does it invest in staff?

Spends less on payroll than most California homes

56.4% payroll share of revenue

CA average 61.4%Rank #112 / 289Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 112th out of 289 nursing homes we track in California for payroll % of net patient revenue. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the California average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in California that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Payroll rose $2.2M while revenue rose $1.6M. A low share can mean leaner staffing; check hours per resident in the staffing section.

Who this home usually serves

Residents split by who pays for their care: Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay and other sources.
Over a year: CMS SNF Cost Report, FY2024
Arriving
101 admissions · FY2024 Residents admitted during the year.
Medicare 26 · 26%
Medicaid 0 · 0%
Private pay & other 75 · 74%
Shows care patterns over time; not used to rate this facility.

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Typical stay

Medicare 1 - 2 months Private pay & other 5 months

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CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The California average is: 61.4% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Mission Terrace ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
SNF
Santa Barbara (Samarkand)
138
Facility 138
CA AVG 176
Rank #151 / 344
A+
92.2%
Facility 92.2%
CA AVG 82.4%
Rank #96 / 302
+12%
4.82
Facility 4.82
CA AVG 4.36
Rank #59 / 291
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -66%+11%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $60.0k
Rank #1 / 296
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 49.7
Rank #17 / 294
1.9
Facility 1.9
CA AVG 4.8
Rank #3 / 294
-127-
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 60
Rank #184 / 343
Evelina Murphy
$26.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $26.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
CA AVG $17.2M
Rank #43 / 289
$12.5MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $12.5MFiscal year ending 12/2024
CA AVG $9.8M
Rank #66 / 289
47.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 47.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
CA AVG 61.4%
Rank #232 / 289
055991
Covenant Living at the Samarkand ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
MC
SNF
Santa Barbara (Samarkand)
442
Facility 442
CA AVG 176
Rank #30 / 344
B+
85.2%
Facility 85.2%
CA AVG 82.4%
Rank #175 / 302
+3%
4.88
Facility 4.88
CA AVG 4.36
Rank #50 / 291
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -29%+12%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $60.0k
Rank #1 / 296
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 49.7
Rank #88 / 294
4.0
Facility 4.0
CA AVG 4.8
Rank #131 / 294
-323-
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 60
Rank #234 / 343
Covenant Living West
$11.8MFiscal year ending 09/2024
Facility $11.8MFiscal year ending 09/2024
CA AVG $17.2M
Rank #205 / 289
$6.0MFiscal year ending 09/2024
Facility $6.0MFiscal year ending 09/2024
CA AVG $9.8M
Rank #231 / 289
50.5%Fiscal year ending 09/2024
Facility 50.5%Fiscal year ending 09/2024
CA AVG 61.4%
Rank #192 / 289
555762
Valle Verde ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
IL
MC
Santa Barbara627B- 60.3% -27%5.34 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -39%+23%$13.9k232.91330--Humangood & Humangood Norcal$42.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024$18.5MFiscal year ending 12/202444%Fiscal year ending 12/2024055733
Casa Dorinda ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
MC
SNF
Santa Barbara
412
Facility 412
CA AVG 176
Rank #36 / 344
A-
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
CA AVG 82.4%
Rank #173 / 302
+4%
7.06
Facility 7.06
CA AVG 4.36
Rank #2 / 291
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -32%+62%
$8.3k
Facility $8.3k
CA AVG $60.0k
Rank #196 / 296
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 49.7
Rank #102 / 294
5.2
Facility 5.2
CA AVG 4.8
Rank #202 / 294
1307-
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 60
Rank #339 / 343
Montecito Retirement Association
$38.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $38.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
CA AVG $17.2M
Rank #9 / 289
$21.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $21.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
CA AVG $9.8M
Rank #7 / 289
56.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 56.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
CA AVG 61.4%
Rank #112 / 289
555023

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other CA nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial assistance

Programs that may help with care and living costs in California

Casa Dorinda is in SANTA BARBARA, California. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.

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Cash support for qualifying nonmedical residential care

SSI/SSP Nonmedical Out-of-Home Care Support

California SSI/SSP — Nonmedical Out-of-Home Care (NMOHC)

Who it is for
SSI/SSP-eligible Californians 65+, or blind or disabled, living in licensed nonmedical residential care
Income limit
Countable income and living arrangement affect eligibility and payment; SSA makes the determination.
Asset limit
Countable-resource limits are $2,000 for an individual and $3,000 for a couple.

Eligibility

General
Cash support for California residents age 65+ or blind or disabled who meet SSA eligibility rules and have a qualifying nonmedical residential living arrangement.
CA specifics
The nonmedical out-of-home-care category must be verified.

What it provides

  • Combined federal SSI and California SSP cash support. From January 1; 2026; the individual licensed-facility NMOHC maximum payment standard is $1,626.07/month before countable-income reductions. This is not an extra payment on top of regular SSI/SSP or a guarantee of full facility fees.
Cash support for qualifying immigrants, including residential care

Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants

California Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants (CAPI)

Who it is for
Immigrants 65+, or blind or disabled, in California who cannot get SSI because of immigration status
Income limit
Income must meet the CAPI payment standard for the person’s living arrangement; the county determines the individual award.
Asset limit
Countable-resource limits are $2,000 for an individual and $3,000 for a couple.

Eligibility

General
Cash support for California residents age 65+ or blind or disabled who meet CAPI immigration rules and cannot receive SSI/SSP solely because of immigration status.
CA specifics
County staff review proof of SSI/SSP ineligibility. A residential payment category requires its own determination.

What it provides

  • State-funded monthly cash assistance with payment standards equivalent to SSI/SSP; including a qualifying nonmedical out-of-home-care category. Actual payments vary; Medi-Cal and IHSS require separate applications.
In-home & community support

Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Who it is for
Medi-Cal members 60+ who meet nursing-facility level of care and can be served at home
Asset limit
For affected non-MAGI Medi-Cal categories, the 2026 countable-asset limit is $130,000 for one person plus $65,000 for each additional eligible family member (up to ten people). Exclusions and spousal protections apply.

Eligibility

General
Adults age 60+ with a qualifying Medi-Cal aid code who meet nursing-facility level-of-care criteria and can be served in the community.
CA specifics
Enrollment and a team-developed plan are required. The current program age is 60, not 65.

What it provides

  • Care management and authorized support such as adult day care; respite; personal care; meals; transportation and minor home modifications.
In-home support

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Who it is for
Californians who are aged, blind or disabled and need help to stay safely at home
Asset limit
For affected non-MAGI Medi-Cal categories, the 2026 countable-asset limit is $130,000 for one person plus $65,000 for each additional eligible family member (up to ten people). Exclusions and spousal protections apply.

Eligibility

General
California residents who are aged, blind or disabled (including eligible children) and need assistance to remain safely in their own home; Medi-Cal eligibility and health certification are required.
CA specifics
A county social worker assesses tasks and authorized hours; the recipient generally hires and supervises a provider.

What it provides

  • Authorized in-home assistance with daily needs; the approved hours depend on the county assessment and applicable program limits.
Homeowner tax relief

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Who it is for
California homeowners 62+, or blind or disabled, with limited income who want to defer property taxes
Income limit
2026 · For the 2026–2027 application cycle, 2025 total household income must not exceed $57,002.
Asset limit
At least 40% equity in the home is required; a reverse mortgage disqualifies participation.

Eligibility

General
California homeowner age 62+ or blind or disabled who occupies the property as a principal residence and meets all program conditions.
CA specifics
Applications for the 2026–2027 cycle run October 1 2026 through February 10 2027; limited funding is first come, first served.

What it provides

  • Deferral of eligible property taxes secured by a lien; 5% simple annual interest accrues and repayment is triggered by specified events. This is a loan-like deferral; not a grant.
Energy assistance

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

CA LIHEAP

Who it is for
Income-eligible California households responsible for home energy costs
Income limit
2026 · Published 2026 monthly limits: $3,331.66 for one person; $4,356.83 for two; $5,382 for three; larger households use the CSD table.

Eligibility

General
California households meeting local LIHEAP eligibility and prioritization rules; energy costs and household vulnerability are considered.
CA specifics
Apply through the local provider. Funds are limited and assistance is prioritized under program rules.

What it provides

  • One-time energy-bill help; eligible crisis assistance and weatherization; award amounts depend on program rules and available funds.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Casa Dorinda

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 Who is the owner of Casa Dorinda?
Casa Dorinda is legally operated by Montecito Retirement Association, and administered by Brian Mccague.
02 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.
03 What is the license number of Casa Dorinda?
Casa Dorinda's license number is 050000112.
04 What is the occupancy rate at Casa Dorinda?
Casa Dorinda's occupancy is 85.3%.
05 How long has Casa Dorinda been in business?
Casa Dorinda has been operating for approximately 33 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
06 Are pets allowed at Casa Dorinda?
No, Casa Dorinda has a no-pet policy.
07 What is the best email address for Casa Dorinda?
The team at Casa Dorinda can be reached at info@casadorinda.org.