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Homecare Casa Linda
Small home·Licensed for 6·Santa Barbara, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · DementiaState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,500 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,700–$5,550
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitAugust 10, 2026CDSS inspection record
Homecare Casa Linda 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 2001. Hospice care and bedridden care are 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 Homecare Casa Linda
Is Homecare Casa Linda licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Homecare Casa Linda licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Homecare Casa Linda been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2001, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.
Is Homecare Casa Linda still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Homecare Casa Linda cost?
$4,500 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,700–$5,550. 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 Homecare Casa Linda 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 Homecare Casa Linda, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital is 1.3 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Homecare Casa Linda keep a resident on hospice?
Not on file — the state’s record does not list hospice care on this license. Ask: “Can a resident stay here on hospice, and under what conditions?”
Homecare Casa Linda license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “HOMECARE CASA LINDA, INC.”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #425800669. 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 Homecare Casa Linda, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2001, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 5 state inspection visits since 2001, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2001, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2001, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is August 10, 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 careApproved by the state
- Hospice careNot on file · ask the home
- BedriddenNot on file · ask the home
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.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”
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?”
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver not on file
Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,500a month to start
Likely $3,700–$5,550
From 8 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,500a month
Likely $3,700–$5,750
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
Starting monthly rate$4,500likely $3,700–$5,550
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 $3,700–$5,750
- $4,500
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,300–$8,850
- $6,500
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 $4,300–$5,750.
- 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 · 1.6 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Tree of Life Retirement HomesSanta Barbara · 1.7 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Casa Cambria WaySanta Barbara · 2.4 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Casa St. JamesSanta Barbara · 3.0 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Mission VillaSanta Barbara · 4.0 mi · Mid-size home$4,900Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Santa Barbara Memory CareSanta Barbara · 4.1 mi · Mid-size home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Alexander GardensSanta Barbara · 4.2 mi · Mid-size home$2,995Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Casa San MiguelSanta Barbara · 4.8 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 4744 Avalon Avenue, 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 2022, the state has filed 5 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2001. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated August 10, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 5
- Most recent visit
- August 10, 2026
Beside homes the same size
- Type A citations0typical 0
- Type B citations0typical 0
- Substantiated allegations0typical 0
- Total complaints0typical 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 2001.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 5 documents
Aug 10, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kristin Kontilis conducted an unannounced required annual inspection to the above-named facility. Upon arrival, LPA was greeted by Staff 1 (S1). At the time of arrival, there were 4 residents in care and 1 staff on duty. Administrator John Orguiola arrived shortly thereafter. LPA explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) and is home to non-ambulatory residents with a dementia diagnosis. There are no residents currently on hospice. Entrance interview conducted: A tour of the physical environment and accommodations were assessed, and the following was noted: LPA observed the required posting of the complaint poster, Resident’s Personal Rights, and Long Term Care Ombudsman poster. LPA inspected the one-story facility for fire safety, personal accommodations, and food service. First aid kit was observed to be complete. The physical environment was checked for cleanliness and condition. Walls, windows, ceilings, doors, floors and floor coverings were checked. There are four private bedrooms and one shared bedroom available for six residents. There is a live-in staff room off the hallway that remains locked throughout the day and night. The facility was seen to be in good repair inside and outside. The kitchen area was sufficiently stocked with seven (7) days of non-perishables. LPA observed an insufficient amount of perishables for two days including but not limited to fresh vegetables, fresh poultry and/or meat. Snacks and beverages are readily available for residents. LPA observed the kitchen cabinets, refrigerator, stove, and counters are clean. Please continue to 809-C, Pg 2. Fire inspection was most recently conducted on 7/15/2026. There are fourteen (14) dual carbon monoxide and smoke alarms. All are in good working order. Medications are stored in a locked cabinet located in the dining area. Medications are administered as prescribed. Residents participate independently in games, movies, neighborhood walks, and one-on-one socialization among the residents and staff. Residents are taken to medical and dental appointments, on outings to local parks, beaches, and retail businesses. The front yard is well maintained and consists of walkways and garden areas. The backyard is well maintained and has a paved covered patio, sitting areas, and garden areas with a paved walkway surrounding the parameter of the yard. The backyard is conducive for outdoor visitation. The recycling bin, green waste bin, and trash bins are standard bins with flip lids. Chemicals and cleaning supplies are kept in a locked closet in the hallway. The kitchen, living room, and dining area are neat and clean. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature. Hallways, bedroom doors, and walls are in good repair. There are two bathrooms located in the hallway each with a shower room located with access available to all residents. The bathrooms have secure grab bars and no skid flooring. Disaster Preparedness Plan was reviewed. Record review revealed a fire drill was conducted on 3/2/2026 and a power outage drill was conducted on 6/1/2026. There was no record of quarterly drills conducted prior to 3/2/2026. Residents records are current. Admission agreements, Pre-appraisals, Appraisals, Health Screenings, and Needs/Services plans are in good order. Personnel records and training records are current. All staff have current First Aid/CPR certificates. All persons associated with the facility have a criminal record clearance and have been properly associated to the facility. The following deficiencies were observed (See LIC 809-D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22. Exit interview conducted. Technical advisory issued. A copy of the report and appeal rights issued at the time of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 10, 2026
The state marks this report as 5 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 4. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
Aug 20, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kristin Kontilis conducted an unannounced required annual inspection to the above-named facility. Upon arrival, LPA was greeted by Staff 1 (S1). Administrator John Urquiola arrived at approximately 2:00 PM. At the time of arrival, there were 5 residents in care and 1 staff on duty. LPA explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) and is home to non-ambulatory residents with a dementia diagnosis. There is one resident currently on hospice. Entrance interview conducted: A tour of the physical environment and accommodations were assessed, and the following was noted: LPA observed the required posting of the complaint poster, Resident’s Personal Rights, and Long Term Care Ombudsman poster. LPA inspected the one-story facility for fire safety, personal accommodations, and food service. First aid kit was observed to be complete. The physical environment was checked for cleanliness and condition. Walls, windows, ceilings, doors, floors and floor coverings were checked. The facility was seen to be in good repair i detectors/smoke alarms throughout the facility all in good working order. The kitchen area was sufficiently stocked with two-day perishables and seven days inside and outside. Fire inspection was most recently conducted on 6/25/2025. There are eleven (11) dual carbon monoxide and smoke alarms. All are in good working order. LPA observed a sufficient amount of perishable foods for 2 days and non-perishables for 7 days. Snacks and beverages are readily available for Residents. LPA observed the kitchen cabinets, refrigerator, stove, and counters are clean. Medications are stored in a locked cabinet located in the dining area. At approximately 2:44 pm, Medication inventory revealed the following: Resident 1’s (R1’s) prescribed Tamsulosin HCL 0.4 MG capsule count had one extra tablet. Resident 2’s (R2’s) prescribed Trazodone 50 MG tablet count had two extra tablets. Please continue to 809-C, Pg 2. Residents participate independently in games, music entertainment, neighborhood walks, and one-on-one socialization among the residents and staff. Administrator takes residents on outings to local parks, beaches, and retail businesses. Administrator takes residents to their medical and dental appointments. The front yard is well maintained and consists of walkways and garden areas. The backyard is well maintained and has a paved covered patio, sitting areas, and garden areas with a paved walkway surrounding the parameter of the yard. The backyard is conducive for outdoor visitation. The recycling bin, green waste bin, and trash bins are standard bins with flip lids. Chemicals and cleaning supplies are kept in a locked closet in the hallway. The kitchen, living room, and dining area are neat and clean. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature. Hallways, bedroom doors, and walls are in good repair. There are four private bedrooms available for four residents. There is a live-in staff room off the hallway that remains locked throughout the day and night. There are two bathrooms each with a shower room located in the hallway with access available to all residents. The bathrooms have secure grab bars and no skid flooring. Resident’s records are current. Personnel records and training records are current. All persons associated with the facility have a criminal record clearance and have been properly associated to the facility. The following deficiencies were observed (See LIC 809-D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in additional civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of the report and appeal rights issued at the time of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 20, 2025
Jul 17, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kristin Kontilis conducted an unannounced required annual inspection to the above-named facility. Upon arrival, LPA was greeted by Staff 1 (S1). Administrator John Urquiola arrived at approximately 11:12 AM. At the time of arrival, there were 4 residents in care and 1 staff on duty. LPA explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) and is home to non-ambulatory residents with a dementia diagnosis. There are no residents currently on hospice. Entrance interview conducted: A tour of the physical environment and accommodations were assessed, and the following was noted: LPA observed the required posting of the complaint poster, Resident’s Personal Rights, and Long Term Care Ombudsman poster. LPA inspected the one-story facility for fire safety, personal accommodations, and food service. First aid kit was observed to be complete. The physical environment was checked for cleanliness and condition. Walls, windows, ceilings, doors, floors and floor coverings were checked. The facility was seen to be in good repair inside and outside. Fire inspection was most recently conducted on 6/10/2024. There are eleven (11) dual carbon monoxide detectors/smoke alarms throughout the facility all in good working order. The kitchen area was sufficiently stocked with two-day perishables and seven days of non-perishables. Snacks and beverages are readily available for Residents. LPA observed the kitchen cabinets, refrigerator, stove, and counters are clean. Medications are stored in a cabinet located in the dining area. At approximately 11:03 AM, LPA observed the medication cabinet was not locked. S1 locked the cabinet immediately upon LPA’s request. At approximately 12:15 pm, medication inventory conducted revealed the following: Resident 1’s (R1’s) prescribed Levothyroxine 75MCG count had two (2) extra tablets, Losartan 100MG had one (1) extra tablet; Resident 2’s (R2’s) prescribed Escitalopram 10MG had one (1) extra tablet and Losartan Potassium 100MG was short one (1) tablet. Please continue to 809-C, Pg 2. Residents participate independently in games, music entertainment, neighborhood walks, and one-on-one socialization among the residents and staff. The front yard is well maintained and consists of walkways and garden areas. The backyard is well maintained and has a paved covered patio, sitting areas, and garden areas with a paved walkway surrounding the parameter of the yard. The backyard is conducive for outdoor visitation. The recycling bin, green waste bin, and trash bins are standard bins with flip lids. Chemicals and cleaning supplies are kept in a locked closet in the hallway. The kitchen, living room, and dining area are neat and clean. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature. Hallways, bedroom doors, and walls are in good repair. There are four private bedrooms available for four residents. There is a live-in staff room off the hallway that remains locked throughout the day and night. There are two bathrooms each with a shower room located in the hallway with access available to all residents. The bathrooms have secure grab bars and no skid flooring. Resident’s records are current. Personnel records and training records are current. All persons associated with the facility have a criminal record clearance and have been properly associated to the facility. The following deficiencies were observed (See LIC 809-D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in additional civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of the report and appeal rights issued at the time of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 17, 2024
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Life here
Rooms, meals, the rhythm of a day, faith and language, pets and house rules — as the home describes them. Tap any detail for its source and date; nothing here is graded.
The home has not described daily life anywhere we have reviewed yet — that is the case for most small homes, and it says nothing about the home. These questions fill in the picture; keep the ones that matter to you.
Before you call
Ask every home the same questions — the state’s record does not answer these. Keep the ones that matter and they travel with your saved homes.
- What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
- Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
- Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
- What could change whether someone can stay here?
- Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?
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The nearest licensed homes in Santa Barbara County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
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Abundant Care III
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Above All Care
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Edelweiss Home
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