Solvang Friendship House
Assisted Living, Adult Day Care, Memory Care & Respite Care · California, CA
Solvang Friendship House
Assisted Living, Adult Day Care, Memory Care & Respite Care · California, CA
With a robust focus on memory care and Alzheimer’s support, Solvang Friendship House is a 40-bed assisted living community administrated by Tammy Westwood. Operating in Solvang for 32 years, it brings long-standing experience in caring for older adults with cognitive decline and dementia. It’s structured around a dedicated care neighborhood designed specifically for occupants navigating memory loss.
Solvang Friendship House offers 24-hour supervision and assistance, respite care for short-term stays, and attentive support for daily living activities. Staff provides transportation to medical appointments, and the home includes a full-service beauty salon and barber shop on site. Housekeeping, linen, and laundry services complement the everyday support structure. Occupants benefit from a family-style dining program built on nutritionally balanced meals, flexible enough to handle special dietary needs and preferences. Life here centers on meaningful activity and connection. The activity program gathers residents for social events, outings, and group activities tailored for memory-impaired seniors. Outdoor space includes meandering walking paths and garden sitting areas where residents can spend time in a calming environment. Fully enclosed, gated, and secure is the entire neighborhood, with a wanderguard security system to give residents and families peace of mind. The home sits in Solvang proper, with a Walk Score of 12, indicating a car-dependent area where almost all errands need a vehicle. This rural or semi-rural setting, while not walkable for independent trips, often attracts families seeking a quieter, more peaceful neighborhood atmosphere for their loved ones.
For families exploring options in Solvang for a loved one with memory care needs, visiting in person will paint a clear picture of the daily environment, the activity offerings, and staff-resident interactions. Plus, the setting captivates families who seek a calmer and more peaceful neighborhood environment for their dearest ones.
40-bed community Rank #1198 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1198th out of 1644 homes in California for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
33 years in operation Rank #92 / 1497Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 92nd out of 1497 homes in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 12 / 100 Rank #1927 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1927th out of 2087 homes in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceJuly 1, 1993
CountySanta Barbara
License Number425801652
RCFE Number421703158
State License TypesADC Lic #425801652, RCFE #421703158
CertificationsEden Alternative Registered Home
AccreditationsAn Eden Alternative Registered Home
Solvang Friendship House is legally operated by Solvang Friendship House, and administered by Tammy Westwood.
Safety FeaturesWanderguard security system, Fully enclosed gated neighborhood
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Pets not allowed
Salon
Walking Paths
Garden
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dining
Gated Community
Activities
Wellness Programnurse oversight
Branded ProgramsEden Alternative
Specific ProgramsOur Care Neighborhood, Alzheimer’s – Dementia Support
Volunteer Program
Touring HoursMonday-Friday 7am-7pm
Inspection History
In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.
Since 2022 · 4 years of data
2 citations
6 total visits
1 complaint visit
4 official inspections
Inspection Score
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
13 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
Rank #513 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 513th out of 1400 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1400 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 94 out of 100. Letter grade A. 13 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2022 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 At Avg
Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg) 7 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (80% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (100% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (50% below)
• Citations per inspection (85% below)
• Total visits (63% below)
• Complaint visits (92% below)
• Other visits (86% below)
• Official inspections (at CA avg) 7 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (80% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (100% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (50% below)
• Citations per inspection (85% below)
• Total visits (63% below)
• Complaint visits (92% below)
• Other visits (86% below)
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 2 | 10 | This facility has 80% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better |
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Serious citations (Type A)
Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.
| 0 | 3 | This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 2 | 4 | This facility has 50% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.5 | 3.3 | This facility has 85% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.5 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 85% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 6 | 16 | This facility has 63% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 63% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 1 | 13 | This facility has 92% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 92% better Rank #210 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 210th out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 1 | 7 | This facility has 86% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 86% better |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 4 | 4 | This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg |
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#92 / 1497 | - | - | Solvang Friendship House | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Solvang Friendship House
Is Solvang Friendship House in a walkable area?
Solvang Friendship House has a walk score of 12. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
How long has Solvang Friendship House been in business?
Solvang Friendship House has been operating for approximately 33 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Solvang Friendship House?
No, Solvang Friendship House has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Solvang Friendship House?
Tammy Westwood is the administrator of Solvang Friendship House.
How many beds does Solvang Friendship House have?
Solvang Friendship House has 40 beds.
Has Solvang Friendship House had any citations?
Solvang Friendship House has had 2 reported citations since 2022 according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).
Are there photos of Solvang Friendship House?
Yes — there are 21 photos of Solvang Friendship House in the photo gallery on this page.
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