Covenant Living at the Samarkand
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Santa Barbara, CA
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Covenant Living at the Samarkand

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · 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.

Overview of Covenant Living at the Samarkand

Covenant Living at the Samarkand is a senior living community that mainly provides services for residential living, assisted living, and skilled nursing seniors. The senior living community is dedicated to empowering all residents to live on their terms. The resort-like community boasts a relaxing and calming experience for its residents because it allows them to choose a lifestyle that matches their needs independently.
The Covenant Senior Living lifestyle is all about convenience and individuality. Many of their amenities and services are designed to ensure that a resident’s needs are met and satisfied. These include a library, wellness center, courtyard, and garden, and an arts and crafts studio, while services include housekeeping, laundry, and transportation.

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.
▲ 58.8% Above CA avg. ▲ 58.8% 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.
▲ 78.8% Above CA avg. ▲ 78.8% 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.
▲ 27.5% Above CA avg. ▲ 27.5% Above 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.
▼ 2.1% Below CA avg. ▼ 2.1% Below CA avg.CA average: 4.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours 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 vs California averages

Rank #85 / 289Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 85th out of 289 homes in California for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the California average, with a ranking across 289 California facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same 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.

Total nursing care Info This home is ranked 85th out of 289 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.

4h 25m

5% above state avg
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs 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.
31m
−21% 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 9m
−5% 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.
2h 35m
−3% State avg: 2h 39m per day · National avg: 2h 21m 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.
3h 46m
−8% 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.
11m
+116% 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.
17m
−44% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 29m per day

5 of 6 metrics below state avg

Capacity and availability

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.
114 days
Bed community size
379-bed community Rank #31 / 1646Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 31st out of 1646 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same 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.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
33 years in operation Rank #88 / 1504Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 88th out of 1504 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same 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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 50 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
85%
Rank #453 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 453rd out of 1492 homes in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same 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.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
323 / 379
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeRCFE-Continuing Care Retirement Community
IssuanceApril 6, 1993
CountySanta Barbara
License NumberCOA #052
RCFE Number421702848

Ownership & Operating Entity

Covenant Living at the Samarkand is legally operated by Covenant Living West, and administered by Marjan Albert.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed
Minimum Age62

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Dining
Wellness Center
Arts & Crafts
Social Events
Specific ProgramsResidential Living
Operating HoursResidential Living: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Assisted Living: 24/7

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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.

Since 2019 · 7 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 2 citations 8 total visits 1 complaint visit 6 official inspections 1 complaint investigation
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.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

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

Rank #461 / 1475 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 461st out of 1475 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1475 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 90 out of 100. Letter grade A-. 9 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 4 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (80% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (100% below)
• Citations per inspection (91% 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. 210 This facility has 80% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% 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 This facility has 33% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 33% better Rank #724 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 724th out of 1434 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1434 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
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 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. 0.33.3 This facility has 91% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California nursing home (0.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 91% 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. 816 This facility has had 50% fewer total inspections than the California average (8 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 113 This facility has had 92% fewer complaint visits than the California average (1 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 92% fewer Rank #211 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 211th out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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. 17 This facility has had 86% fewer other visits than the California average (1 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 86% fewer
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 64 This facility has had 50% more official inspections than the California average (6 vs. CA avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 50% more
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 110 This facility has had 90% fewer complaint investigations than the California average (1 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 90% fewer

CMS Health Inspection History

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

Inspections Since 2019 · 7 years of data
Total health inspections 6

California average 12.5


Last Health inspection on Sep 2025

Total health citations
32 Rank #107 / 291Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 107th out of 291 homes in California for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the California State average, with a ranking across all 291 CA facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same 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
5.33 Rank #217 / 291Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 217th out of 291 homes in California for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the California mean across 291 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same 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 4.65


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

29 of 32 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 3 of 32 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

32 moderate citations California average: 47.2

0 minor citations California average: 1.5
Citations history (last 7 years)
Environmental moderate citation Sep 18, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation May 05, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Dec 19, 2024
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Dec 19, 2024
Corrected

Staffing Data

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

Total staff 141
Employees 67
Contractors 74
Staff to resident ratio 2.47 : 1
37% more staff per resident than California average
California average ratio: 1.81 : 1 California average ratio: 1.81 : 1See full California ranking
Avg staff/day 40
Average shift 7.6 hours
0% compared with California average
California average: 7.7 hours California average shift: 7.7 hoursSee full California ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 28,083

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 12 total: 9 full-time employees and 3 contractors. 12
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.1 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info 18 total: 10 full-time employees and 8 contractors. 18
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.4 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info 82 total: 38 full-time employees and 44 contractors. 82
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.5 hours

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

20.7%

5,813 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 44 Licensed Practical Nurse: 8 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 7 Physical Therapy Assistant: 4 Registered Nurse: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1 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.
Certified Nursing Assistant38448213,74992100%8.5
Licensed Practical Nurse108185,15192100%8.4
Registered Nurse93121,3779098%7.1
RN Director of Nursing3039716773%8.2
Physical Therapy Assistant0449608896%4.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician0779587986%4.4
Clinical Nurse Specialist2029036571%8.2
Other Dietary Services Staff2028919199%7.3
Speech Language Pathologist0225777278%5.4
Mental Health Service Worker1014806065%8
Occupational Therapy Aide0114645560%8.4
Nurse Practitioner1014485661%8
Administrator1014165257%8
Physical Therapy Aide0113555155%7
Qualified Social Worker0223266166%5.3
Medical Director011312729%1.1
Occupational Therapy Assistant0112544%6.3
82 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
18 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
12 Registered Nurse
% of Days 98%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 73%

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. 8.3
25% worse 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. 13.8
22% worse than California average

California average: 11.3

Long-stay resident measures
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 13.4%
21% worse than California average

California average: 11.1%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 16.4%
36% worse 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 11.6%
In line with California average

California average: 11.3%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.5%
52% 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 3.2%
36% better than California average

California average: 5.0%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.0%
60% worse than California average

California average: 1.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 6.0%
43% worse than California average

California average: 4.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 10.5%
56% worse than California average

California average: 6.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 10.7%
6% worse than California average

California average: 10.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.1%
In line with California average

California average: 98.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 95.5%
In line with California average

California average: 98.2%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.73
23% 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. 2.06
30% worse than California average

California average: 1.59

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly 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 96.6%
In line with California average

California average: 94.0%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.0%
34% better than California average

California average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 83.3%
11% 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. 19.8%
15% better than California average

California average: 23.2%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 13.8%
23% worse 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. 0.6%
27% 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. 41.9%
22% 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. 68.5%
35% better than California average

California average: 50.6%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 57
Medicare
17
29.8% of residents
Medicaid
20
35.1% of residents
Private pay or other
20
35.1% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

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

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

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 09/2023.

Nonprofit
Nonprofit Corporation
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."
$11.4M
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."
-$1.4M
Nonprofit Nonprofit Corporation
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."
$11.4M Rank #174 / 260Net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 174th out of 260 homes in California. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the California average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the 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."
-$1.4M
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.
$1.0M
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 #184 / 260Payroll costs — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 184th out of 260 homes in California. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the California average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
$6.3M 55.8% 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 #109 / 260Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 109th out of 260 homes in California. 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the 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).
$6.4M
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).
$12.7M

Managed by Scott Bigler

Associate Executive Director

Scott Bigler joined Covenant Living at the Samarkand in 2018. Formerly the Healthcare Administrator with full responsibility for skilled nursing operations, he now serves as Associate Executive Director overseeing Dining Services, Resident Life, Facilities Management, Assisted Living, and the Wellness Clinic. Scott’s early experience caring for family members inspired his dedication to supporting seniors and those in need of stable living environments.

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$19.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $19.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #65 / 260
$10.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #68 / 260
54.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 54.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #122 / 260
55991
Casa Dorinda
NH
AL
MC
SNF
Santa Barbara
360
Facility 360
CA AVG 104
Rank #34 / 1646
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
CA AVG 73.9
Rank #449 / 1492
+15%
5.99
Facility 5.99
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #9 / 289
+170%+42%
$8.3k
Facility $8.3k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #188 / 294
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #521 / 1475
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #91 / 291
5.8
Facility 5.8
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #239 / 291
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2
Facility 2
CA AVG 59
Rank #2043 / 2058
Ramona Clark
$36.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $36.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #4 / 260
$19.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $19.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #7 / 260
52.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 52.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #145 / 260
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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in California

Covenant Living at the Samarkand 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 Covenant Living at the Samarkand

What neighborhood is Covenant Living at the Samarkand in?

Covenant Living at the Samarkand is in the Samarkand neighborhood of Santa Barbara.

Who is the owner of Covenant Living at the Samarkand?

Covenant Living at the Samarkand is legally operated by Covenant Living West, and administered by Marjan Albert.

Is Covenant Living at the Samarkand in a walkable area?

Covenant Living at the Samarkand has a walk score of 50. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Covenant Living at the Samarkand?

Covenant Living at the Samarkand's occupancy is 85%.

How long has Covenant Living at the Samarkand been in business?

Covenant Living at the Samarkand has been operating for approximately 33 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Covenant Living at the Samarkand have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Covenant Living at the Samarkand on this page.

Are pets allowed at Covenant Living at the Samarkand?

No, Covenant Living at the Samarkand has a no-pet policy.

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