Atterdag Village of Solvang
Nursing Home & Assisted Living · Solvang, CA

Atterdag Village of Solvang

Nursing Home & Assisted Living · Solvang, CA

Overview of Atterdag Village of Solvang

Operated by Solvang Lutheran Home, Inc., Atterdag Village of Solvang is a skilled nursing home on Atterdag Road in the Santa Ynez Valley. It sits in a very walkable part of Solvang (Walk Score 91), so it’s easy for visiting family and nearby residents to navigate the surrounding area on foot. With 188 beds, the facility serves as a major care presence in the community.

What makes Atterdag Village of Solvang stand out is its commitment to serving vulnerable populations beyond its walls. The facility runs an extensive Meals on Wheels program through a network of volunteers, supplying hot, nutritious meals to low-income and home-bound older adults throughout the area. This outreach reflects a mission-driven approach to senior care that extends into the local community. Scholarships and more support services complement the facility’s focus on accessible care.

Operating under California state oversight, the community has maintained an operational history documented through regular inspections.

Families considering Atterdag Village of Solvang will see this nursing home rooted in community values, with an ongoing presence in supporting seniors beyond its residential population.

Bed community size
188-bed community Rank #187 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 187th out of 1657 homes in California. 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.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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 91 / 100 Rank #155 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 155th out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
82%
Rank #627 / 1537Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 627th out of 1537 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1537. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
155 / 188
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeRcfe-continuing Care Retirement Community
StatusLicensed
IssuanceMay 28, 1993
CountySanta Barbara

Ownership & Operating Entity

Atterdag Village of Solvang is legally operated by Solvang Lutheran Home, Inc., and administered by Chris Parker.

Owner NameSolvang Lutheran Home, Inc

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactDeborah Knight, Marketing Director

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsMeals on Wheels, Scholarships, Support Services
Volunteer Program
Touring HoursMonday-Friday

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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.

Inspection Score Info 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.

9 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #398 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 398th out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. Inspection score: 90 out of 100. Letter grade A-. 9 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Official inspections (75% above)
6 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (50% below)
• Complaint visits (100% below)
• Other visits (86% below)
• Total complaints (100% below)
• Complaints per year (100% below)
Latest Inspection April 22, 2026

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 010 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 816 This facility has 50% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 50% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 013 This facility has 100% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 17 This facility has 86% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 86% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 74 This facility has 75% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 75% worse

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 014 This facility has 100% fewer total complaints than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 100% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2021. 02.8 This facility has 100% fewer complaints per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 2.8).↓ 100% better

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Frequently Asked Questions about Atterdag Village of Solvang

Who is the owner of Atterdag Village of Solvang?

Atterdag Village of Solvang is legally operated by Solvang Lutheran Home, Inc., and administered by Chris Parker.

Is Atterdag Village of Solvang in a walkable area?

Atterdag Village of Solvang has a walk score of 91. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Atterdag Village of Solvang?

Atterdag Village of Solvang's occupancy is 82%.

Who is the administrator of Atterdag Village of Solvang?

Chris Parker is the administrator of Atterdag Village of Solvang.

How many beds does Atterdag Village of Solvang have?

Atterdag Village of Solvang has 188 beds.

Has Atterdag Village of Solvang had any recent citations?

Atterdag Village of Solvang has no recently reported citations.

Are there photos of Atterdag Village of Solvang?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Atterdag Village of Solvang in the photo gallery on this page.

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