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The Californian

2225 De La Vina Street, Santa Barbara, CA 931058056821355WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.5on Google(59 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
68
certified

How The Californian Compares in California

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in California. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
CA average
3.2/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
CA average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
3/5
CA average
3.3/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.36 hrs/day
CA average
4.52 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.51 hrs/day
CA average
0.67 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
60.0%
CA average
36.7%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the California average of 3.2/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the California average of 2.8/5.
Reported RN time is 0.51 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.67.
Staff turnover is 60.0%, higher than the California average of 36.7%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
8
deficiency citations
Inspected Jan 12, 2024
Most recent cycle
4
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 28, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 4 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$11,476/mo
California median
Private Room
$13,870/mo
California median
Santa Barbara County 65+
70,948
15.9% of county
County Population
445,213
Santa Barbara County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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The Californian is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Santa Barbara, California with 68 certified beds. It has been operating since 1967. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
68
Avg Residents/Day
48.2
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Mar 8, 1967
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Santa Barbara
Last Inspection
Mar 28, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4
Weighted Score
20.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (15)

F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Mar 28, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Mar 28, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Mar 28, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Mar 28, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0640Potential for Harm

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Survey: Jan 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Jan 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Jan 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0756Potential for Harm

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Survey: Jan 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Jan 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Survey: Jan 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Jan 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Jan 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0758Potential for Harm

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Survey: Jul 22, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0761Potential for Harm

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Survey: Jul 22, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Jul 22, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.71 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.14 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.51 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.36 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.71 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.03 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
60.0%
RN Turnover
57.1%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (6)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
ANDERSON, HALEY5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual100%Jun 1, 2013
ANDERSON, HALEYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 1, 2013
LOPEZ, EDGAROPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AAug 17, 2012
WHITE, ANNEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AAug 25, 2022
LOPEZ, EDGARADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AAug 17, 2012
WHITE, ANNEADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AAug 25, 2022

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for The Californian and nearby alternatives.

All California facilities
The Californian
Santa Barbara, CACurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility
Santa Barbara, CA3,168 ft
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Mission Park Healthcare Center
Santa Barbara, CA3,168 ft
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Valle Verde Health Facility
Santa Barbara, CA1.8 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Channel Islands Post Acute
Santa Barbara, CA1.9 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Casa Dorinda
Santa Barbara, CA4.6 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $8,278
Buena Vista Care Center
Santa Barbara, CA5.1 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
The Californian
Santa Barbara, CA · Current facility
—5/55/53/5None recorded
Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility
Santa Barbara, CA
3,168 ft5/55/54/5None recorded
Mission Park Healthcare Center
Santa Barbara, CA
3,168 ft5/55/53/5None recorded
Valle Verde Health Facility
Santa Barbara, CA
1.8 mi5/55/55/5None recorded
Channel Islands Post Acute
Santa Barbara, CA
1.9 mi3/54/54/5None recorded
Casa Dorinda
Santa Barbara, CA
4.6 mi4/54/51/5$8,278
Buena Vista Care Center
Santa Barbara, CA
5.1 mi2/52/53/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for The Californian?▾
The Californian has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does The Californian cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in California is $11,476/month for a semi-private room and $13,870/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). The Californian participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has The Californian had any health inspection violations?▾
The Californian had 4 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Mar 28, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at The Californian?▾
The Californian provides 4.36 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.51 RN hours, 1.14 LPN hours, and 2.71 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 60.0%.
How many beds does The Californian have?▾
The Californian has 68 certified beds with an average of 48.2 residents per day, resulting in approximately 71% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near The Californian?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in California, including 6 in Santa Barbara. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about The Californian?▾
On Google Maps, The Californian has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 59 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.