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Abundant Care III
Small home·Licensed for 6·Santa Barbara, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,150 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,200–$6,350
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Room at the last state visit6 of 6 beds occupiedMay 29, 2024 · not a current opening
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitJuly 23, 2026CDSS inspection record
- Licence holderAbundant Care, Inc.Since 2008 · 2 licensed homes
Abundant Care III is a small care home in Santa Barbara — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 6 residents since 2008. Dementia care is not on file.
Built from CDSS public records · September 27, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.
Quick answers and the state record
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Abundant Care III
Is Abundant Care III licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Abundant Care III licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Abundant Care III been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2008, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 7 state visits over the same years.
Is Abundant Care III still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Abundant Care III cost?
$5,150 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,200–$6,350. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes and similar homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Among 9 other homes of a similar licensed size in Santa Barbara that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,500 to $5,050 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 9 other homes publishing a starting rate).
Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.
A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.
The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.
A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.
Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
Does Abundant Care III take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license is held by Abundant Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. See the homes licensed to Abundant Care, Inc. — at least 2 on the state roster.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital is 1.7 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Abundant Care III keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Abundant Care III license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “ABUNDANT CARE III”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #425801580. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed to Abundant Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2008, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 7 state inspection visits since 2008, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2008, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 7 state visits in that period.
- 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2008, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is July 23, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
Can they support the care needed?
California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.
- Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 6 residents
- BedriddenApproved · covers up to 3 residents
State licensing record · September 27, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.
Read the state’s own wording
6 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 3 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 6.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — care may continue at the end of life
Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”
State licensing record · September 27, 2026
4 more questions to ask the home
- Two-person transfers or a lift
Not on file
Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”
- Someone awake overnight
Not on file
Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”
- Medicines
Not on file
Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation not on file
Ask: “If memory loss develops, what would change — and when would a move be needed?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$5,150a month to start
Likely $4,200–$6,350
From 8 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,150a month
Likely $4,200–$6,500
With a shared room and basic help.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.
See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$5,150likely $4,200–$6,350
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes and similar homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600
Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (45 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,000one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,000 (134 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $4,200–$6,500
- $5,150
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,900–$9,600
- $7,150
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
- Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
- Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
- SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
- VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
- Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
- MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
- The care level
Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.
- What is billed separately
Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.
- Move-in costs
A one-time community fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.
- Increases
California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.
- What is the full monthly cost for the room and care we need, and what does it include?
- What would the next care level cost, and who decides when it changes?
- What is billed separately, and is there a one-time fee or deposit at move-in?
- Is any private-pay period required before another payment program can begin?
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes and similar homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
8 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,200–$5,650.
- Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
- Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
- Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
- Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
- We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
- It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
Show the 8 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Lotus VillaSanta Barbara · 1.3 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Tree of Life Retirement HomesSanta Barbara · 1.9 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Casa Cambria WaySanta Barbara · 2.1 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Casa St. JamesSanta Barbara · 2.8 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Mission VillaSanta Barbara · 3.6 mi · Mid-size home$4,900Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Santa Barbara Memory CareSanta Barbara · 3.8 mi · Mid-size home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Alexander GardensSanta Barbara · 3.8 mi · Mid-size home$2,995Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Casa San MiguelSanta Barbara · 4.7 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 4589 Auhay Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93110Address from the public record · September 27, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
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The state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. Here are the dated documents and the state’s own words, beside what is typical for homes this size.
Since 2021, the state has filed 10 documents for this home, and its records count 7 visits since 2008. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated July 23, 2026.
- On file since
- 2021
- State visits
- 7
- Most recent visit
- July 23, 2026
- Occupied · May 29, 2024 visit
- 6 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening
We hold 2 complaint reports the state published for this home, dated July 29, 2021 to May 29, 2024. 2 of the 2 carry the state's recorded outcome word: “Substantiated” (1), “Unsubstantiated” (1). 2 include the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 2 complaint reports below — every count derives from them, and the documents themselves are the state's records, verbatim. We never grade, score, or color a record.
Beside homes the same size
- Type A citations0typical 0
- Type B citations0typical 0
- Substantiated allegations0typical 0
- Total complaints1typical 0
“Typical” is the statewide median across the 6,808 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record — larger, longer-licensed homes accumulate more visits and reports, so compare like with like. One complaint can contain several allegations. Counts cover this licence since 2008.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 4 of 10 documents
Jul 23, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
At 9:00am on 07/21/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jeffries arrived to the facility unannounced to conduct the facility annual inspection. LPA met with Designated Administrator Timothy Pryko, announced who he is and the reason for the visit. This facility is an expansive 7 bedroom, 8 bathroom, living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry room, with a fenced front and side yard and a in back yard court yard with seating, umbrella, and a pergola that can be used for resident activities, visiting and lounging. There are six single occupancy resident rooms, all with on suite bathrooms. Each room has proper furniture, storage, and linin to meet regulation requirements. The seventh bedroom is a staff bedroom with on suite bathroom and there is a single half bathroom for use of all resident, staff and visitors. LPA observed dual smoke and carbon monoxide detectors through out the facility that are hardwired and functioning properly. The facility has a build in indoor sprinkler system that passed pressure testing on May 19, 2026 by Nargoan Fire & Safety Company. LPA observed a working fire extinguisher that was primed in the reading near the courtyard exit. LPA observed a first aide kit in the same location as the fire extinguisher. LPA observed the medication cabinet in the kitchen to be locked and secured, LPA noted that the facility has at least two days of perishable foods and at least seven days of non perishable foods on hand for six residents and staff. LPA reviewed Emergency Disaster Plan, Infection Control Plan, Liability Insurance, and documented emergency disaster drill logs. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and resident files. LPA conducted a cursory audit of Central Stored Medication Records (CSMR). LPA reviewed staff training and Facility Plan of Operations. LPA noted that there were no violations or citations as part of the facility physical inspection. Designated Administrator and LPA conducted a full review of the annual care tools and noted no violations or citations. LPA noted no violations or citations as a result of this annual facility inspection. Exit interview, report read, and report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 23, 2026
Jul 21, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
At 8:00am on 07/21/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jeffries arrived to the facility unannounced to conduct the facility annual inspection. LPA met with Designated Administrator Lida Kravchuk, announced who he is and the reason for the visit. This facility is an expansive 7 bedroom, 8 bathroom, living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry room, with a fenced front and side yard and a in back yard court yard with seating, umbrella, and a pergola that can be used for resident activities, visiting and lounging. There are six single occupancy resident rooms, all with on suite bathrooms. Each room has proper furniture, storage, and linin to meet regulation requirements. The seventh bedroom is a staff bedroom with on suite bathroom and there is a single half bathroom for use of all resident, staff and visitors. LPA observed dual smoke and carbon monoxide detectors through out the facility that are hardwired and functioning properly. The facility has a build in indoor sprinkler system that passed pressure testing on April 8, 2025 by Nargoan Fire & Safety Company. LPA observed a working fire extinguisher that was primed in the green reading near the courtyard exit. LPA observed a first aide kit in the same location as the fire extinguisher. LPA observed the medication cabinet in the kitchen to be locked and secured, LPA noted that the facility has at least two days of perishable foods and at least seven days of non perishable foods on hand for six residents and staff. LPA reviewed Emergency Disaster Plan, Infection Control Plan, Liability Insurance, and documented emergency disaster drill logs. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and resident files. LPA conducted a cursory audit of Central Stored Medication Records (CSMR). LPA reviewed staff training and Facility Plan of Operations. LPA noted that there were no violations or citations as part of the facility physical inspection. Designated Administrator and LPA conducted a full review of the annual care tools and noted no violations or citations. LPA noted no violations or citations as a result of this annual facility inspection. Exit interview, report read, and report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 21, 2025
Aug 22, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 08/22/2024 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Brian Phillips arrived at the facility above for an unannounced visit to conduct a required Annual facility site inspection. The LPA was greeted by Administrator Lidia Kravchuk, and informed them of the reason for the visit. The LPA toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. This is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) with an approved fire clearance for six (6) residents. The facility was observed by the LPA to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair for the safety and well-being of residents, employees, and visitors. The facility has provisioned to each resident of furniture, equipment and supplies necessary for personal care and maintenance of personal hygiene. There are currently six (6) residents in care at the facility, with two (2) residents currently receiving Hospice home health care services. KITCHEN: The LPA inspected the kitchen/food service area and observed that knives/sharp instruments are stored inaccessible to residents. Kitchen appliances were in operable condition and looked clean/in good repair. The LPA observed perishable items in good condition, with proper expiration dates precluding the perishable items from expiring. The facility has a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food, which would last over a week as observed by LPA. Additional perishable food items were maintained in storage areas in the facility. The hot water temperature was measured in the kitchen at an appropriate temperature as per Community Care Licensing (CCL) regulations. Items that could constitute a danger to residents are kept inaccessible to residents in the kitchen area. The kitchen was clean and sanitary, with covered trashcans and operating ventilation systems. No toxic substances are stored in any food preparation or storage area, and all cleaning supplies for the kitchen are kept in a separate area than the food supplies. The freezer and refrigerator were both in the appropriate temperate Fahrenheit. There is enough tableware and utensils for all residents living in the facility, and enough equipment for the storage, preparation, and service of food. There is enough tableware and utensils for all residents living in the facility, and enough equipment for the storage, preparation, and service of food. Continued on 809-C COMMON AREAS: At the time of the visit, all interior common areas of the facility were observed to be appropriately furnished, with all furniture in good condition. There are three (3) fireplaces in the facility, all covered and inaccessible to residents. The facility maintained a comfortable temperature. Smoke detector(s) and carbon monoxide detector were tested and operational at the time of the visit. The fire extinguishers were fully charged and serviced annually. The LPA observed required postings throughout the common spaces on both floors including Resident Personal Rights and Contact information for Ombudsman as well as Licensing. There are activity supplies and equipment, including reading materials for the residents. All window screens were in good repair. There is appropriate lighting in the common areas of the facility. All passageways through the common areas of the facility were free of obstruction, and all stairways are well-lit with sturdy hand railings. There is adequate space available for storage of residents' personal belongings. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to residents are stored inaccessible to residents. OUTSIDE/LAUNDRY/MISCELLANEOUS: The front outdoor area of the facility consists of concrete and grass areas with a completely enclosed metal fence/gate. The facility is contained by a metal fence with a gate that remains unlocked. The recycling bin, green waste bin, and trash bins are standard bins with flip lids. Outdoor activity spaces are completely enclosed by a fence and gates or walls. Outdoor activity spaces in the backyard are equipped with furniture for resident use including a patio with an umbrella for shade. All outdoor areas with stairways, inclines, ramps, or open porches have accessibility ramps for residents, are well-lit, and have hand railings/grab bars. There were no bodies of water noted. However there is a fountain in the backyard area, but with no water. There is a designated laundry room where cleaning products are stored, which is kept locked. The laundry room is accessible through the common area of the facility as an addendum to the kitchen area. There was emergency food and water in a storage room/area which was observed to be in good condition. The storage area is a locked shed in the backyard of the facility. There is also a detached caregiver building in the backyard of the facility. Cleaning supplies, disinfectants, and other items that could pose a danger to residents are kept in areas inaccessible to residents. There is a first aid kit that includes sterile dressings, bandages, thermometers, scissors, tweezers, and a first aid manual. The vehicles used to transport residents are in safe operating condition with appropriate insurance information. BEDROOMS: The LPA observed the resident bedrooms, which were furnished appropriately with clean linens, appropriate furnishings, and sufficient lighting. There are six (6) designated resident rooms in the facility. Each resident bedroom has a single bed, nightstands, and lights and nightstand lamps to provide sufficient lighting. Continued on 809-C Each closet in all the resident rooms has extra pillows, clean/fresh linens, and appropriate incontinence materials if applicable for any resident. All resident bedrooms have a private bathroom inside as well as a glass sliding door into the backyard area of the facility. The resident bedrooms are big enough for all beds, furniture, and any resident assisting device a resident might need such as a wheelchair or a walker. Each room has sufficient lighting for each resident. RESTROOMS: The facility restrooms were sanitized and in operating condition while the LPA toured the facility. There are six (6) private resident bathrooms in the interior of resident bedrooms. There is also one (1) shared bathroom in the common area of the facility. All restrooms inspected had assisting equipment for residents including grab bars and/or non-skid surfaces. The restrooms were sufficiently stocked with soap, paper towels, and additional supplies; towels and washcloths are not shared. The hot water temperature was measured in the restrooms at the appropriate degrees Fahrenheit as per CCL regulations. There is at least 1 toilet and sink for each 6 residents, and at least 1 bathtub/shower for each 6 residents. Night-lights are installed in the hallways outside of the common area restrooms. All toilets and hand washing areas are maintained in safe and sanitary operating condition. Additional equipment, aids, and/or conveniences are provided by the ADP to accommodate any physically handicapped residents who need such items. RECORDS: The facility keeps confidential storage of personnel records and resident records on-site at the facility. The facility administrator meets the qualifications as specified in Title 22 regulations. Additionally, the facility administrator receives and documents continuing education each year. Personnel records reviews were reviewed for, but not limited to Personnel records, Health assessments with Tuberculosis (TB) test results, Personnel Action Notice, Job Description with date of employment, Employee Rights, Criminal record Statements, Criminal record clearances, First aid/CPR certification that is not expired, and the appropriate training documentation. Resident records were reviewed for Pre-Admission/Placement appraisals, Admission Agreements, Physicians Reports, Consent Forms, Personal Rights for Residents, Emergency Information, Release of Medical Information, Needs and Services Plan (ANS)/Individual Program Plan (IPP), Resident Assessments, Self-management of medications if applicable, Medication Orders, and Medication Logs. The facility complies with Community Care Licensing (CCL) standards for health screening, TB clearance, staff training, criminal background clearance and transfer requests. Resident records including Admission agreements and Needs and Services plan are maintained for each Resident and/or their authorized representative. MEDICATIONS: The facility maintains a locked centralized storage area for medications. Contd. on 809-C The LPA observed the centrally stored medications as well as the Centrally Stored Medication and Destruction Record. Centrally Stored Medications are in a locked cabinets in the kitchen area of the facilityinaccessible to residents. LPA audited the medications for residents and noticed no irregularities or issues concerning the dispensing of medications or the logging of medications. The medications in the facility were labeled appropriately with no additional or prohibited markings by the facility. INFECTION CONTROL: Upon entry, the facility has a central entry point for symptom screening and a sanitation station. The staff members will keep up signs that promote good hand hygiene and symptoms of COVID. The facility has an adequate supply of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and the facility is able to obtain additional supplies as needed. The facility’s cleaning protocol is sufficient. If needed, the facility has the capacity to designate a single isolation room if the facility has a confirmed case of COVID-19. The facility’s policies and procedures as it pertains to infection control are adequate. FACILITY DOCUMENTATION: There are postings throughout the facility, including emergency exit plans with necessary telephone numbers. The facility maintains documentation on site such as the Fire Department Clearance, Personnel Report, Plan of Operation, Emergency Disaster Plan, Facility Infection Control Plan/Mitigation Plan, Evacuation Procedures, Personal Rights of Residents, and a Facility Sketch. Provider Information Notices are available and able to be presented to Staff, residents, visitors, and accessible to LPA. Facility documentation is prominently posted in areas accessible to residents and their visitors. The facility has on file a Dementia Care Waiver and Hospice Care Waiver. This facility maintains a camera video surveillance system monitoring the outside areas of the facility as well as one camera located in the common area kitchen/living room of the facility. No deficiencies cited. Exit interview conducted. A copy of the report was issued to the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 22, 2024
May 29, 2024Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff did not issue a refund as required Staff are charging resident for services not rendered
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rankin conducted a subsequent complaint visit to the facility above to issue final findings. LPA met with Timothy Pryko and explained the purpose of the visit. During the investigation, LPA Kontilis conducted an initial visit on 12/12/2023 from 1:05pm to 4:00pm, toured the facility and obtained documents. LPA Rankin reviewed the documents, including R1’s admission agreement, Power of Attorney (POA) documents, invoices, emails, and copies of checks. During the investigation, it was discovered that Resident 1 (R1) had one person as Power of Attorney (POA) for healthcare decisions, a different person as POA for financial decisions, and a different person as the trustee of their estate, to manage financial decisions for their estate after R1’s death. Continued on 9099-C Unsubstantiated Trustee was interviewed, and Power of Attorney (POA) for financial was interviewed during the investigation. On the allegation: Staff did not issue a refund as required. It was alleged that the facility did not refund the resident’s estate after the resident passed away. The facility issued a refund of $1678.73 on 12/21/22 to R1’s financial POA, as this was the person listed in R1’s admission agreement to issue a refund check to in the event of R1’s death. The financial POA never cashed the check, and the check was ultimately reissued to R1’s trustee on 8/2/2023 in the same amount. An email dated 2/16/2023 from Administrator to trustee breaks down the refund that was issued. The administrator states there were 11 days of care provided in December 2022. Level I and Level II care prorated is $3905. R1’s personal belongings were removed on 12/14/2022. Per the admission agreement, the rate continues until all resident belongings were removed, which adds three more days and an amount of $1065. The facility charged Level III services for hospice residents at $100 per day which is noted in the admission agreement, which adds $1100. The facility also charged for one-on-one care for 7 days from 12/4/22 to 12/11/22, for 14 hours per day at a rate of $30/hour, which equaled $2940. This totals $9010. The facility also charged $1973 for removing, disposing and the installation of new carpet and padding. Additionally, the facility charged $1438.27 for drywall patching and painting the walls. Administrator was interviewed about these additional charges. Administrator stated the charges were invoiced due to damage sustained. R1 painted their nails by themselves daily, used polish remover, and then painted a new color each day. The nail polish spilled on the carpet regularly through R1’s stay. Administrator stated they discussed with the financial POA that the carpet would need to be replaced when R1 moves out, and POA agreed to the charges. Administrator also stated R1 damaged the wall with their recliner, and dented the wall a bit when they reclined in the chair. Administrator stated they also explained the wall damage to the financial POA, and they would charge to have the drywall fixed and repainted, and POA agreed. Continued on 9099-C Financial POA was interviewed and stated they agreed to the additional repair charges when the damage was brought to their attention. Financial POA asked the facility to send them an invoice and they paid it, because it was not normal wear and tear. R1 paid $14,100 for December 2022. The total cost incurred for care and damages was $12,421.27. The facility issued a refund of $1678.73. Based on the information obtained, the allegation is deemed Unsubstantiated at this time. On the allegation: Staff are charging resident for services not rendered. It was alleged that the facility increased Resident 1 (R1)’s monthly amount due to an increase in the level of care. The trustee for R1’s estate stated they were unaware of the increase. R1’s Admission Agreement was signed 3/7/2022 by R1 and their healthcare POA (authorized representative). The Admission Agreement states on pages 4 to 5 the care levels offered by the facility; Level I, Level II, and Level III. It states Level I is for more independent residents and is included in the basic services fee. Level II offers additional care such as transferring, incontinence care and/or assistance with feeding for an additional $500 per month. Level III is for residents who rely on staff for “extensive assistance” with activities of daily living. It also states hospice residents and bedridden care is considered Level III and states it will be an additional fee of $100 per day. R1 went onto hospice on 6/21/2022. However, the facility made a billing mistake and did not charge R1 the additional $100 per day hospice/Level III care fee until 11/30/2022 per an invoice reviewed. The invoice shows back-billing for additional charges due to the resident being on hospice from June 2022 through November 2022, totaling $19,400. Administrator stated he spoke with the healthcare POA and financial POA, and they knew R1 would be going on hospice and knew about the level of care changes and increase. Administrator stated they were fine with the extra fees based on the admission agreement that was signed. In November 2022, the licensee realized the billing error. Administrator stated they spoke to the healthcare POA about it, and they stated to go ahead and make an invoice. Administrator stated it was a clear clerical error. Continued on 9099-C Financial POA verified there had been a billing error. They stated they signed the original admission agreement with the resident and agreed to the hospice fee of $100 per day. A letter from facility was given to LPA Rankin stating that on 06/19/2022 a letter was signed by the Financial POA confirming and approving the additional $100 per day Hospice charge. In addition when R1 went on hospice they verbally discussed the extra charges and agreed to them as well, but did not realize they were not on the invoices. POA stated when the billing error was brought to their attention, they told the facility to send an invoice and they paid it. Financial POA stated they believed the facility took good care of R1. Based on the information obtained, the allegation is deemed Unsubstantiated at this time. Exit interview conducted, copy of report given.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 29, 2024 · control 29-AS-20231208110833
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Who holds the licence
Abundant Care, Inc., licensed since 2008, operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.
- Abundant Care IV · Santa Barbara
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- What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
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Other homes nearby
The nearest licensed homes in Santa Barbara County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
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Divine Care for the Elderly
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Abundant Care II
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Edelweiss Home
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Comforts of Home Senior Care
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$5,250 a month to start · Covelight estimate