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Atterdag Care Center

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise caring and supportive nursing staff. Still worth an in-person visit.

636 Atterdag Road, Solvang, CA 9346350 bedsLicensed & Active
5/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.2/5

based on 12 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility offers a wonderful social atmosphere and a very caring staff that supports the entire family. However, you should investigate the current status of the HVAC system and facility maintenance, as recent reviews mention significant issues with heat and broken equipment.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

12 reviews analyzed
Families may find a social and caring environment here, as several long-term residents are noted to be very happy with the staff and the community atmosphere. However, there are significant concerns regarding facility maintenance, specifically regarding broken air conditioning and poor telephone connectivity.

Quality Themes

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Food4.0Staff8.0Clean5.0Activities9.0MedsN/AMemoryN/AComms2.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Caring and supportive nursing staff
  • High level of social activity and community engagement
  • Clean and well-maintained apartments
  • Variety of resident activities

Concerns

  • Issues with temperature control and air conditioning (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Poor telephone communication/connectivity

Rating Trends

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2344.52015(2)4.72018(3)4.52019(2)2.02020(1)5.02021(1)5.02023(3)3.02025(2)

Distribution

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How They Respond to Reviews

0%response rate

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard wonderful things about how much social activity and community engagement happens here; could you tell us more about the variety of resident activities available each week?
  • 2The apartments look very clean and well-maintained; how do you manage the temperature and air conditioning in the rooms to ensure everyone stays comfortable?
  • 3Since we want to stay closely connected with our loved one, what is the best way for families to reach the nursing staff or get updates during the day?
  • 4We'd love to hear more about the dining experience and how the meal menus are planned to ensure residents enjoy their food.
  • 5In the event of a medical emergency during the night, what is the protocol for getting immediate care and notifying the family?
  • 6We noticed your high CMS rating for overall quality; how does the team work to address the specific state violations noted in recent inspections?

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Key Review Excerpts

The staff are truly caring and kind. They are open to suggestions and are even willing to take on new clubs or activities.

Long-term resident's family · 2023★★★★★

They have been very careful with COVID, the staff is top notch- very sweet, caring, and supportive of the WHOLE family for the person staying there.

Long-term resident's family · 2023★★★★★

The only thing hgood about this place is the food

Former resident · 2020★★☆☆☆
Source: 12 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.37hrs
49%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.60hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
35%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
50%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

RN hours are below the national benchmark. RNs handle complex medical needs and medication, so ask about coverage during your visit.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
5/ 5
Better Than Avg

9

measures

Worse Than Avg

6

measures

Mixed Results

2

measures

Long-Stay Residents
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility25.0%
Worse than Avg
Here
25.0%
US
19.4%
CA
10.7%
Santa barbara
15.8%
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility24.5%
Worse than Avg
Here
24.5%
US
15.3%
CA
10.5%
Santa barbara
12.9%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility23.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
23.9%
US
14.4%
CA
10.4%
Santa barbara
11.2%
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility25.0%
Worse than Avg
Here
25.0%
US
15.4%
CA
11.6%
Santa barbara
14.7%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility1.3%
Better than Avg
Here
1.3%
US
12.1%
CA
7.0%
Santa barbara
2.1%
🦠

Residents who got a urinary tract infection

↓ Lower is better
This Facility7.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
7.9%
US
1.6%
CA
1.2%
Santa barbara
1.6%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility97.3%
Better than Avg
Here
97.3%
US
81.8%
CA
94.2%
Santa barbara
94.4%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility89.5%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
89.5%
US
79.7%
CA
93.2%
Santa barbara
89.1%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
1.6%
CA
1.5%
Santa barbara
1.5%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

13deficiencies
Near state avg (15.4)
2 complaint-triggered

Atterdag Care Center shows recurring deficiencies in nutrition services, medication management, and care planning across multiple surveys, with families filing complaints about resident rights and medical records. The facility has had 40 deficiencies over 5 inspections, with persistent issues appearing in food safety, pharmaceutical services, and resident assessment processes. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the pattern of repeated violations in core care areas suggests ongoing operational challenges that warrant careful evaluation during your visit.

Jan 9, 2026Routine
12
0605MinorCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

0656MinorCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

0657MinorCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

0658MinorCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

0692MinorCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

0710MinorCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.

0755MinorCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0761MinorCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

0812MinorCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0842MinorCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

0880MinorCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0353MinorCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Nov 18, 2025Complaint
1
0842MinorCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Jul 8, 2025Complaint
1
0557MinorCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

Jan 24, 2025Routine
14
0345ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0926ModerateCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.

0812ModerateCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0712ModerateCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0755ModerateCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0761ModerateCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

0800ModerateCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.

0803ModerateCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

0908MinorCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

0578MinorCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

0656MinorCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

0658MinorCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

0511MinorCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0918MinorCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Jul 28, 2023Routine
12
0353ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0345ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0812ModerateCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0880ModerateCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0031MinorCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Provide emergency officials' contact information.

0293MinorCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

0656MinorCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

0692MinorCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

0802MinorCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

0803MinorCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

0868MinorCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

0882MinorCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Atterdag Care Center

Organization Type

nonprofit

Ownership & Management

Owners

Solvang Lutheran Home, INC.

Owner · Organization

100%

Key personnel

Parker, ChristopherOfficer / DirectorCirone, WilliamOfficer / DirectorEnoch, VervaOfficer / DirectorFazio, MariaOfficer / DirectorStreegen-catani, CatherineOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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