The Californian is a Medicare-certified nursing home located in Santa Barbara, CA. CMS overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Accepts both Medicare and Medicaid.
Medicare Certified
Medicaid Certified
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
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This nursing home is located in Santa Barbara County and serves residents in the CA area.
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Would not recommend it as a skilled facility. Things that needed to be done were not done for the service of our beloved family member.
This place has good and bad apples, like any other place! I was there from 10 to 7-8 o’clock at night just to make sure my mother was taken care of. Several times the calling light was left on the floor or away from her. Some CNAs would not answer the calls because they were to busy gossiping at the nurses station. Reports were “altered” to cover their negligence. If a patient falls down, the report to the families is always that the patient try to get up. Went I was a witness that that was incorrect! Even in this pandemic they lie to the families and I actually lost count of how many times they hanged up on me just because I was trying to get information about my mother. They lie, about the real situation the place is, some CNAs treat people without respect and empathy. Patients are push and ignore when they need something etc. My own mother would tell me NOT to say anything or complain because thing would get worse for her. She went to the hospital only because I asked them to call 911 and the nurse hung up on me. The hospital gave me a report; my mother had bruises and bed sores...
Great caregivers and good communication with patients' families
My mom lived here for four weeks after breaking her hip. The staff was not only caring and professional, but the communication with the family was outstanding! Every Wednesday I would get a call from Jonathan, the assigned social worker, and he would update me with all things pertaining to my mom and her rehabilitation. I also received a conference call with mom’s entire team who is helping her rehab, who updated me one by one with her progress. Her move back to her senior living facility when finished was seamless. We had a great experience with The Californian!
This place was so great for my mom. She went here after a knee replacement and recovered so quickly. The rehab staff and nurses were so caring and helpful. The room my mom was in was large, but the whole place felt small and homey. They offered lots of activities and good food. I'd definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for this kind of care for a loved one.
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This nursing home is Medicare certified. Most skilled nursing services are covered by Medicare Part A.
For medical emergencies, call 911 first. Then contact the provider for coordination of care.