The Channel Islands Post Acute facility in Santa Barbara has undergone a remarkable transformation in just a few short years. In 2019, the facility was struggling and in need of a major overhaul. That’s when Ensign Group stepped in, renaming the facility and setting its sights on providing unparalleled care to the community. Today, Channel Islands Post Acute is a thriving Skilled Nursing Facility, with a 5-star rating from the California Department of Health.
Executive Director Jacqueline Cabrera says the key to their success has been creating a culture of caring. “We wanted to change the stigma behind this building and dignify the lives of our long-term care patients,” she says. That focus on culture has led to clinical excellence, and the team’s hard work has paid off with top ratings from both state and federal auditors.
What sets Channel Islands Post Acute apart is their personalized approach to care. All therapists are in-house, allowing them to form strong bonds with patients. The team evaluates each short-term patient to ensure they are ready to transition home, giving them the confidence they need to succeed. For long-term patients or those with dementia, the facility’s abilities care program integrates each patient’s past hobbies and habits into their daily life, making it easier for them to adjust.
With a full clinical staff on site, Channel Islands Post Acute is able to offer state-of-the-art care that incorporates each patient’s unique needs. The team works with patients and families to create a care plan that prioritizes the patient’s overall wellbeing, taking into account their likes, dislikes, and hobbies.
At Channel Islands Post Acute, patients are more than just residents – they are family. Cabrera says the home-like environment has helped many patients heal and move on to the next chapter of their lives. “We strive to be the skilled nursing facility of choice for the area,” she says. “Our energetic staff loves serving the community, and we can’t wait to show Santa Barbara what we have to offer.”
Discover the difference of heartfelt care at Channel Islands Post Acute – where patients come first, always.
