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Inspection visit

Incident investigation

OAK COTTAGE OF SANTA BARBARA MEMORY CARELicense 4258021181 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kontilis conducted a subsequent case management visit to issue final findings on this investigation. Entrance interview conducted. On 11/06/2025, the facility self-reported an incident regarding Staff 1 (S1) and Resident 1 (R1). The report states on 11/04/2025 the SafelyYou camera system alerted facility management about an incident that occurred on 11/02/2025. On 11/18/2025, LPA reviewed the camera footage which showed S1 getting R1 out of bed to provide their medication. The video shows R1 is combative and resistant and R1 slides down the bed. S1 picks up R1 and puts them in a standing position. R1 is again combative and hits S1. While R1 remains seated on the bed, S1 then takes approximately seven steps from the bed to the entrance door, closes the door, then takes approximately six steps back and returns to the resident. S1 grabs R1 by their arm and their back and quickly walks them across the room. R1 appears surprised and distressed by this quick action. R1 loses their balance and falls forward to the floor. S1 picks up R1 off the floor again, then quickly pulls their nightgown off over their head. S1 leaves R1 standing undressed while getting a new brief and changing the brief. S1 again leaves R1 standing while getting new clothes and redressing them. On 11/04/2025, the facility counseled S1 and issued a final written warning for poor caregiving and incorrect technique. On 11/05/2025, corporate reviewed the video and decided the poor caregiving could be interpreted as rough handling and abuse. S1 was terminated as a result. On 11/06/2025, the incident was reported to the appropriate parties. Pursuant to Title 22, California Code of Regulations, the following deficiency is cited (refer to LIC 809-D). Exit interview conducted. Copy of report and appeal rights issued at the time of the visit.

Citations

2 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • 87705(f)(5)Type A

    87705(f)(5) Care of Persons with Dementia: Interior and exterior space shall be available on the facility premises to permit residents with dementia to wander freely and safely.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited when they restricted two residents from freely moving about the facility, which posed an immediate health, safety, and personal rights risk to residents in care.

  • Dignity in personal relationships

    87468.1(a)(1) Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities: (a)Residents in all residential care facilities for the elderly shall have all of the following personal rights: (1)To be accorded dignity in their personal relationships with staff, residents, and other persons: This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited when S1 was observed rough handling R1 on video, which posed an immediate health, safety, and personal rights risk to residents in care.

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What happened during the November 19, 2025 inspection of OAK COTTAGE OF SANTA BARBARA MEMORY CARE?

This was an other inspection of OAK COTTAGE OF SANTA BARBARA MEMORY CARE on November 19, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to OAK COTTAGE OF SANTA BARBARA MEMORY CARE on November 19, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "87705(f)(5) Care of Persons with Dementia: Interior and exterior space shall be available on the facility premises to pe..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was an other inspection. other inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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