Specialized care partners
Experienced caregivers focus solely on Alzheimer's and dementia support, with continuity built into daily assignments.
Alzheimer's & dementia care · Santa Ynez Valley
A smaller world.
A fuller life.
Five cottage-style homes surrounded by gardens, walking paths, and the natural beauty of Solvang—thoughtfully designed around the person, not the diagnosis.
Established careFive homes.
Forty residents.
Forty residents.
A care neighborhood, not a corridor
Long hallways give way to garden paths.
Closed doors become open moments.
Friendship House was created to transform institutional senior care into warm, loving homes.
Single-story cottages sit on a quiet cul-de-sac in the rolling hills of Santa Ynez Valley. Each small home has cozy common areas, nearby gardens, and space for purposeful activities shaped around individual ability.
It just feels right
Small homes. Familiar faces. Daily life shaped around comfort, connection, and dignity.
Person-centered memory support
Care that listens
before it leads.
Consistent care partners learn each resident's rhythms, preferences, and changing needs—keeping the person at the center of every decision.
Failure-free enrichment
Activities are personalized to each resident's abilities, creating opportunities for purpose without pressure.
Secure outdoor freedom
Meandering walking paths, gardens, sitting areas, and exit-control systems support movement with peace of mind.
Everyday comfort
Private rooms, companion suites, family-style dining, personal care assistance, and a full-service salon keep life familiar.
880 Friendship LaneSolvang, California
Support beyond residency
Here when a family
needs a hand.
Life Enrichment Day Program
A safe, nurturing place for planned music, art, social activity, meals, and supportive services during the day.
Overnight Respite Care
Short stays for a night, several days, or a few weeks—offering caregivers time to rest while loved ones receive full support.
Caregiver Education & Support
Local support groups, practical training, workshops, and resources for families navigating dementia care.
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A different philosophy of home
Part of the Eden Alternative Registry.
Friendship House's mission is rooted in replacing loneliness, helplessness, and boredom with companionship, meaningful choice, and a life worth living.
A personal invitation
Come feel the
difference.
Bring your questions, your concerns, and your family's story. We'll make time to listen and show you around.
Request a private visitCall Friendship House(805) 688-8748Emailinfo@solvangfriendshiphouse.com
880 Friendship Lane
Solvang, CA 93463