3880 Via Lucero, Santa Barbara, CA 93110 · Santa Barbara County
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Typically 95% full (148 of 156 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
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Channel Islands Post Acute is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Santa Barbara, CA, with 156 certified beds and an average of about 148 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Ensign Group network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.
On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $10,920–$16,400/mo (median $13,200) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Santa Maria prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (23 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
3880 Via Lucero, Santa Barbara, CA
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Talk to an advisor about this communityChannel Islands Post Acute does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Santa Barbara, CA area typically runs $10,920–$16,400 per month (median $13,200, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
Medicare (CMS) rates Channel Islands Post Acute 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Channel Islands Post Acute has 23 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-09). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 95% full (148 of 156 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
Channel Islands Post Acute in Santa Barbara, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 156 beds.
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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