Mid-size home · Licensed for 40 · Solvang
Solvang Friendship House
880 Friendship Ln, Solvang, CA 93463Licensed since 1993
Overview
No openings reported
- Approved by the state: Wheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · October 26, 2026
- Licensed for 40: a mid-size care homeThe state license record
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Care and support
- Wheelchairup to 31 residents
- Dementia
- Hospiceup to 15 residents
- Bedriddenup to 4 residents
Approved by the state · State licensing record · October 26, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.
Read the state’s own wording
31 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 4 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. BEDRIDDEN APPROVED IN BLDG #2 BDRMS 1,2,9, & 10. NON-AMBULATORY IN BLDG 2,5,& 11. HOSPICE WAIVER APPROVED FOR 15.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026
Care services
These are the home’s own statements about its day-to-day practice — they are not part of the state licensing record, and the state has not approved or reviewed them.
Respite / short-term stays
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Help with bathing or showering
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Medication management
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Diabetes care
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Incontinence care
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Help with dressing and grooming
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Activities of daily living the home lists help withBathing · Dressing · Grooming
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Hands-on help or cueingAssistance and supervision with all activities of daily living- bathing, dressing, and grooming
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
24-hour supervision claimed
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Training topics namedAlzheimer's and Dementia careWe don’t have this home’s dementia-care disclosure. California requires a home that advertises dementia care to describe that care in writing when you ask.
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Secured building entry
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
As needs change
Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 15 — care may continue at the end of life
State licensing record · October 26, 2026
If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
State licensing record · October 26, 2026
We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Solvang Friendship House: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight and help with medicines. When we check availability, we ask about these too.
Check availabilityWhat it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,300a month to start
Likely $3,400–$5,700
From 12 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$4,300likely a month
Starting monthly rate$4,300likely $3,400–$5,700
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 12 homes with 7 to 49 beds and similar homes within 37 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600
Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (44 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,500one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,500 (133 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $3,400–$5,850
- $4,300
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,100–$8,950
- $6,800
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
- MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
- Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
- Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
- SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
- VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
- Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
Rates at nearby homes12 nearby homes publish starting rates of $2,995 to $6,000
12 homes like this within 37 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,350–$5,550.
- Tree of Life Retirement HomesSanta Barbara · 20 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Lotus VillaSanta Barbara · 21 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Casa Cambria WaySanta Barbara · 24 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Villa AlamarSanta Barbara · 24 mi · Mid-size home$5,500Listed on its own website · private small room · seen October 5, 2026
- Casa St. JamesSanta Barbara · 24 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Alexander GardensSanta Barbara · 25 mi · Mid-size home$2,995Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Mission VillaSanta Barbara · 25 mi · Mid-size home$4,900Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Santa Barbara Memory CareSanta Barbara · 25 mi · Mid-size home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Casa San MiguelSanta Barbara · 26 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Casa SantecitoSanta Barbara · 28 mi · Small home$5,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Yokam's RCFE # 1NNipomo · 37 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Villa Mariposa Senior CareNipomo · 37 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 12 homes with 7 to 49 beds and similar homes within 37 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
- Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
- Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
- Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
- Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
- We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
- It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
- The care level
Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.
- What is billed separately
Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.
- Move-in costs
A one-time move-in fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.
- Increases
California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.
Daily life
Rooms, meals, activities and house rules, in the home’s own words. Open any detail to see where it came from.
Rooms & the spaces they will use (16)Private rooms · Building type · Shared / companion rooms
Private rooms
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Building typeCampus
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Shared / companion rooms
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
ElevatorReported no
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Private bathroomYes — “Residents enjoy their own bedroom, many with private bath.”
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Stairs required to reach living areasReported no
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Room typesCompanion Suites · Studio · 1 Bedroom
Companion Suites — reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Studio · 1 Bedroom — reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Outdoor spaceGardens · Variety of flowers · Plants · Small garden · Landscaped neighborhood · Meandering walking paths · and 3 more
Gardens · Variety of flowers · Plants · Small garden — reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated February 25, 2019.
Landscaped neighborhood · Meandering walking paths · Garden sitting areas · Walking paths — reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Outdoor Common Areas — reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Residents may bring their own furniture
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Common areasCozy common area for social and life enrichment activities · Cozy common areas for social and life enrichment activities · Cozy common areas · Indoor Common Areas
Cozy common area for social and life enrichment activities · Cozy common areas for social and life enrichment activities · Cozy common areas — reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Indoor Common Areas — reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Roll-in / accessible shower
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
LaundryDone by staff
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Visitor parking
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
AmenitiesFlowers · Birds · Pets · Fully enclosed gated and secure neighborhood · Spa manicures and pedicures · Full service beauty salon and barber shop · and 1 more
Flowers · Birds · Pets · Fully enclosed gated and secure neighborhood · Spa manicures and pedicures · Full service beauty salon and barber shop — reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Beautician — reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Housekeeping
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Salon or barber
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Meals, preferences & familiar food (7)Dining style · Special diets supported · Meal times
Dining styleFamily style
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Special diets supportedSpecial diets
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Meal timesTimes of meals can be tailored individually
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Vegetarian or vegan optionsVegetarian
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Meals provided
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Kosher foodKosher style
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Dining atmosphereNutritionally balanced family style dining
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Activities & the rhythm of a day (8)Activity types offered · Activity calendar published · Activities tailored to the individual
Activity types offeredPersonalized music listening · Games · Parties · Bell ringing · Art projects · Baking · and 14 moreWe don’t have this home’s dementia-care disclosure. California requires a home that advertises dementia care to describe that care in writing when you ask.
Personalized music listening · Games · Parties · Bell ringing · Art projects · Baking · Concerts · Exercise class · Singing · Dancing · Singing and dancing · Bingo — reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated February 25, 2019.
Group activities · Activity programs · Social events · Enrichment activities · Purposeful activities · Group activities appropriate for memory impaired seniors · Outings — reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Activities On-site — reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Activity calendar published
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Activities tailored to the individual
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Exercise or fitness programExercise/Wellness programFundraising supports
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated February 25, 2019.
Trips outside the home
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated February 25, 2019.
Volunteers and outside groups visit
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated February 25, 2019.
Religious services at the home
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Religious services off site
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Faith, culture & language (1)Cultural community the home serves
Cultural community the home servesAlzheimer's and dementia residentsWe don’t have this home’s dementia-care disclosure. California requires a home that advertises dementia care to describe that care in writing when you ask.
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Pets, routines & independence (2)Residents may bring a pet · Pet types allowed
Pet policy needs confirming: one statement says residents cannot bring a pet, while another lists allowed pet types. Ask the home which policy applies.
Residents may bring a petReported no
Reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Pet types allowedCats · Dogs
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Visiting & staying involved (5)Events the home invites families to · Transport to medical appointments · Contact form
Events the home invites families to
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Transport to medical appointments
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
- Open on the website
Contact form
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Support services for families
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated March 23, 2018.
Transportation costs extraReported no
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
About the home (1)Brand or trade name
Brand or trade nameFriendship House
Reported on solvangfriendshiphouse.com · source dated February 13, 2026.
Where it is
880 Friendship Ln, Solvang, CA 93463Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
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The state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
CDSS public record, read October 26, 2026 · License #421703158 · See the state’s own record
The last 36 months — 3 of 7 documents
20261 state visit · 1 document
Jul 9, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
At 8:30am on 07/09/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jeffries arrived unannounced to the facility to conduct the facility annual inspection. LPA met with facility Administrator, Tammy Westwood, announced who he is and the reason for the visit being the facility annual inspection. Administrator and LPA conducted physical walk through of the entire facility. This facility is located in an in-closed compound with two exterior car gates and one exterior pedestrian gate. There are 5 resident buildings and a day program building with a large kitchen that serves the entire campus. Building 11 and building 5 also have small kitchens. LPA observed at least 2 days of perishable foods and 7 days of non-perishable foods in the main kitchen to service 40 residents and staff. LPA conducted a physical inspection of all buildings and sample rooms in each building. LPA noted that rooms are properly equipped with furniture and linins. LPA noted that all buildings had two or more fire extinguishers that are all primed in the green. All buildings have two or more carbon monoxide detectors that were tested and functioning properly. LPA noted that on 05/28/2026, Nargan Fire & Safety Co. Inc. conducted a fire safety inspection on the internal fire detection system for all building on campus with a passing rating. LPA noted all buildings have a compete first aide kit. LPA noted that there is a medication room that services the entire campus, and there is a medication cart in building 11 and all other buildings have locked and secured medication cabinets. LPA noted that there are several seating areas outside that have seating and shade via pergola or umbrella for resident activities and visitation. LPA noted that the facility was clean and in good repair and all exits were free and clear of obstacles and debris. LPA conducted a review of facility Infection Control Plan, Emergency Disaster Plan, Liability insurance, Centrally Stored Medication Records, Plan of Operations, Staff and Resident files and found no issues. Administrator and LPA conducted a full review of annual care tools and found no issues. At this time there are no violations or citations as a result of the facility annual inspection. Exit interview, report read, and report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 9, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Jul 8, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
At 9:00am on 07/08/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jeffries arrived unannounced to the facility to conduct the facility annual inspection. LPA met with facility Administrator, Tammy Westwood, announced who he is and the reason for the visit being the facility annual inspection. Administrator and LPA conducted physical walk through of the entire facility. This facility is located in an in-closed compound with two exterior car gates and one exterior pedestrian gate. There are 5 resident buildings and a day program building with a large kitchen that serves the entire campus. Building 11 and building 5 also have small kitchens. LPA noted that there was fresh fruit out in all buildings. LPA observed at least 2 days of perishable foods and 7 days of non-perishable foods in the main kitchen to service 40 residents and staff. LPA conducted a physical inspection of all buildings and sample rooms in each building. LPA noted that rooms are properly equipped with furniture and linins. LPA noted that all buildings had two or more fire extinguishers that are all primed in the green. All buildings has two or more carbon monoxide detectors that were tested and functioning properly. LPA noted that on 11/14/2024, Nargan Fire & Safety Co. Inc. conducted a fire safety inspection on the internal fire detection system for all building on campus with a passing rating. LPA noted all buildings have a compete first aide kit. LPA noted that there is a medication room that services the entire campus, and there is a medication cart in building 11 and all other buildings have locked and secured medication cabinets. LPA noted that there are several seating areas outside that have seating and shade via pergola or umbrella for resident activities and visitation. LPA noted that the facility was clean and in good repair and all exits were free and clear of obstacles and debris. LPA conducted a review of facility Infection Control Plan, Emergency Disaster Plan, Liability insurance, Centrally Stored Medication Records, Plan of Operations, Staff and Resident files and found no issues. Administrator and LPA conducted a full review of annual care tools and found not issues. At this time there are no violations or citations as a result of the facility annual inspection. Exit interview, report read, and report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 8, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Jul 15, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rankin arrived at 10:01 am to conduct a 1-year annual visit to the facility above. LPA met Administrator Tammy Westwood and explained the purpose of the visit. A tour of the inside and outside of the facility was conducted with Administrator. The following was inspected and noted during the annual visit: Infection Control: The facility has submitted a current Mitigation Plan, Infection Control Plan, Emergency Disaster Plan and provided plans to the department. The bathrooms have toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, and hand washing signs. The facility has a 30-day supply of PPE. Staff are trained on infection control and the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). All trash cans and waste baskets have tight fitting covers. Physical Plant & Environment Safety: The facility is clean, safe, and sanitary. LPA was authorized to enter and inspect facility. The dual smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are hard wired along with a sprinkler system and are operational, last reviewed and tested by an inspector on 5/28/24. Fire extinguishers located in several areas throughout the property were inspected on 6/12/24 and were charged in the green. There are no issues noted at this time fire clearances. The lighting and lamps are sufficient for the use of the facility and for resident comfort. The facility kitchen is clean, safe, and sanitary. The showers have non-skid mats and/or surfaces. Toilet, hand washing and bathing facilities are operational and secured grab bars are present. The pathways are clear of any obstructions. Facility is well lit inside and outside for safety. Disinfectant, cleaning solutions and poisons are inaccessible to residents in care. The facility has telephone and internet service for resident use. Operational Requirements: The facility has current liability insurance and expires on 01/15/2025. The facility is approved for a capacity of 31 non-Ambulatory, 4 Bedridden and a waiver for Hospice total of 6. Personnel Records & Training: The facility currently employes 53 staff and 1 Administrators. Staff records are kept confidential. LPA reviewed 5 staff files and required documents were present. All staff had current 1st AID/CPR. Staff had 20 plus hours of training during their facilities annual calendar. Administrator certificate expires on 03/20/2025. Resident Records: The facility keeps separate files on each resident confidentially. Five files were reviewed for signed Admission Agreements, Medical Assessments LIC. 602A Physicians Report, ID and Emergency contact forms, Appraisal Needs and Services plans (ANS), TB results, and Personal Rights. The Facility does not handle cash resources for any of the residents in care. Food Service: The facility handles and prepares food safely. The facility has 2-day perishables and 7-day non-perishables to meet the food service requirement. All food is covered, stored, and marked appropriately. Food, snacks, and drinks are available when the residents want them. Emergency supply of food and water is available. Cleaning solutions and equipment are stored separately from food supplies. Kitchen areas are kept clean and free from litter, rodents, vermin, and insects. Kitchen staff are observed for personal hygiene and food sanitation practices. Health Related Services: The facility uses an electronic Medication Administration Record (eMAR) along with the Centrally Stored Medication and Destruct Records (CSMDR). Medications are stored in locked medication cabinets in most buildings, one building had a medication cart. A sampling medication audit was conducted. Quarterly, a pharmacist comes to conduct a medication review, records were obtained for LPAs examination. Facility provides transportation to medical and dental appointments when needed. Disaster Preparedness: The current emergency disaster forms were posted. The facility conducts quarterly disaster drill last one done in April of 2024. The courtyards of the facility have outdoor furniture, with shaded areas for residents. There are six fountains with running water, however there was enough rocks to ensure little water on the surface. No issues observed. Planned Activities: Most residents, regardless of their abilities were out of their room among their peers and staff. There were activities noted such as gardening, puzzles, crafts, and a large, planned activity calendar. Exit interview conducted and copy of report printed for Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 15, 2024
Earlier years2022 to 2023 · 4 documents
20232 state visits · 3 documents
Jun 22, 2023Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Financial abuse
On 6/22/23 at 2:10 pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Chavez conducted an unannounced visit to deliver the final findings for an original complaint dated 6/12/23. LPA met with Tammy Westwood, Administrator, and explained the purpose of the visit. On the allegation, “Financial abuse,” the complainant’s concern was that staff were taking Resident #1 (R1) to the bank to open new accounts. The complainant states R1 does not remember opening any accounts. To investigate, LPA interviewed the administrator, residents and witnesses, and reviewed documentation. On 6/16/23, LPA interviewed the administrator. Administrator states that R1’s POA asked administrator to assist R1 with opening a savings account at a local bank and that Staff #1 (S1) took R1 to the bank to open the account. Administrator states this occurred approximately 9 months ago. Administrator explains that they are unaware of the accounts R1 has beyond this account as they do not open R1’s mail, but rather forward it to R1’s POA. Administrator states they do not manage R1’s finances. Continued on 9099-C. Unsubstantiated On 6/16/23, LPA interviewed R1. R1 says that the administrator took R1 to the bank to cash out savings bonds about 10 months ago. R1 says they asked staff to hold onto the remaining bonds and cash and says that staff do not manage R1’s finances. R1 explains that their POA “manages all of my money,” but that R1 also has an account they manage on their own to pay for expenses. On 6/22/23, LPA interviewed witnesses. Witnesses say that they looked into who opened R1’s accounts and when the accounts were opened and determined that the accounts were not opened by facility staff. Witnesses say that two accounts were opened prior to R1 residing in the facility, and the third account was authorized by R1’s POA. On 6/22/23, LPA reviewed R1’s Admission Agreement which shows an admission date of 4/18/22. Based on the evidence obtained, the allegation, “Financial abuse,” is deemed Unsubstantiated at this time. A Technical Violation is being given due to the fact the facility managed a small amount of cash for R1, and the facility’s Affidavit Regarding Client Cash Resources, dated 5/9/89, states the facility will not handle residents’ cash resources. Exit interview conducted, and Technical Violation and report given.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 22, 2023 · control 29-AS-20230612162841
Jun 22, 2023Facility evaluation reportCase Management - Annual ContinuationReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Annual Continuation
On 6/22/23 at 2:36 pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Chavez conducted an unannounced continuation visit to finalize the Annual/Required inspection started on 6/16/23. LPA met with Tammy Westwood, Administrator, and explained the purpose of the visit. Medications are properly labeled and checked for expiration dates. One exception is that staff wrote on the label of Resident #1’s (R1) medications. Technical Violation given. A sampling of resident’s medication show they are centrally stored prescription and PRN medication which have been logged in the medications record with proper documentation from the residents’ doctors. R1's centrally stored medication list did not have the Date Started for three prescriptions started on 6/9/23, 6/20/23, 6/21/23. Technical Violation given. Resident records were reviewed for requirements and legibility: LPA reviewed 5 residents’ files for Medical Assessments, Needs and Service plans, Signed Admission Agreements and Pre-appraisals. There were no issues with resident files reviewed. Planned activities are offered to residents in care. Staff records were checked for expired or missing certificates and clearances: LPA conducted a file review of 5 staff for criminal record clearances/associations/and current First Aid. The Administrator file was reviewed for current first aid, fingerprint clearance, administrator certificate. Administrator states that “All managers have CPR training, one manager is on duty at all times, and there’s an on-call person with CPR training.” One out of five staff files reviewed indicate staff did not receive required Initial Training of 8 hours of Dementia, 4 hours of Postural Supports/Restricted Health Conditions/Hospice Care, 2 hours of Physical Limitations and Needs of Elderly, and 8 hours of Medications. Deficiency cited. Exit interview conducted, deficiencies cited, and report and appeal rights given.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 22, 2023
Jun 16, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 6/16/23 at 11:16 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Chavez made an unannounced Annual/Required visit to the facility above. LPA met with Tammy Westwood, Administrator, and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA and Administrator toured the physical plant and the following was noted: LPA observed the license posted, Complaint Poster, Bill of Rights and Right to Residential Council, non-discrimination statement, and resident rights. Physical plant was checked for cleanliness and condition. Walls, windows, ceilings, floors and floor coverings, and doors were checked, all in good condition. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature. The dual smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are hard wired along with a sprinkler system and are operational. Fire extinguishers located in several areas throughout the property were inspected on 3/9/23 and are charged in the green. There are no issues with Fire Clearance. Living rooms, dining room, and activity room furniture were checked and in good condition. The common rooms are clean, safe and sanitary. The courtyards of the facility have outdoor furniture, with shaded area for residents. There are six fountains with running water, however there was a sufficient amount of rocks to ensure little water on the surface. No issues observed. The kitchen was sufficiently stocked with two-day perishable and seven-day non-perishables. The menu was posted for review. Snacks and beverages are available for residents when they want. Foods are properly wrapped and stored appropriately. Food storage and preparation areas are clean and inaccessible to pests. Garbage cans have tight fitting covers. Refrigerators are kept at 40 F or below and freezers at 0 F degrees. Continued on 809-C. Resident rooms are adequately dressed with sheets, pillowcase, mattress pad, and blankets which are in good condition. There is at least one chair, nightstand and sufficient lighting for each resident. There are three resident rooms have “No smoking, oxygen in use” signage on/near their doors, and the same sign is at the front entrance of the buildings. There is enough linen available to change weekly or more, if needed. Storage closets have sufficient amounts of personal hygiene product which is provided by the licensee and all cleaning products, toxins are stored and locked away inaccessible to residents in care. The bathrooms were checked for cleanliness and proper operation. The hot water temperature measured between 114.1 F and 116.3 F degrees. Medications are centrally stored in a locked medication office and in locked medication carts in each building. Licensee did not complete the emergency disaster plan (LIC 610E). Deficiency cited. Emergency disaster drills are being conducted quarterly. Exit interview conducted, deficiency cited, and the report and appeal rights given.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 16, 2023
20221 state visit · 1 document
Jul 6, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 7/06/22 at 3:00 pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Chavez conducted an unannounced annual infection control visit to the facility above. LPA met with Tammy Westwood, Executive Director/Administrator and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the facility with the administrator and observed the following: The facility has infection control signage at the front door of each building and signage throughout each building on handwashing, cough etiquette and use of masks. Upon entry to the facility, LPA was screened. Staff are wearing masks. The facility has soap and paper towel dispensers in resident bathrooms and common bathrooms. Fire extinguishers are located in each building with some buildings having two or three extinguishers. The extinguishers are fully charged and some were inspected on 2/18/22 and the remainder were inspected on 2/21/22. Each building has an 8.5”x11” CCLD Complaint Poster. Administrator will ensure each building has a 20”x26” CCLD Complaint Poster, take photos, and send to LPA by 7/13/22. At 4:14 pm, LPA conducted the Infection Control mitigation module with the administrator. No deficiencies cited. Exit interview conducted and report emailed to the administrator..the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 6, 2022
36 of 40 beds were occupied at the June 22, 2023 state visit — a count on that day, not an opening.
License holder
Solvang Friendship House, licensed since 1993.
The state’s totals for this licenseSince 1993, as the state’s facility page counts them
- State visits on file
- 8
- Total complaints
- 1
- Substantiated allegations
- 0
- Type A citations
- 0
- Type B citations
- 0
These are the state’s own totals for this license since 1993, per CDSS records. The state counts them apart from the documents above, and they can differ from what those documents show; the documents say what each visit found. One complaint can contain several allegations.
Compare with homes the same size
| This home | Typical | |
|---|---|---|
| Type A citations | 0 | 0 |
| Type B citations | 0 | 1 |
| Substantiated allegations | 0 | 2 |
| Total complaints | 1 | 6 |
“Typical” is the statewide median for licensed homes this size. It does not adjust for years licensed, and older licenses have had more visits and reports. The median is across the 1,354 licensed larger communities (16+ beds) in the state record. The figures compared are the state’s totals, not the documents.
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents stand in their place.
Frequently asked questions
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Solvang Friendship House
Is Solvang Friendship House licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
How many residents is Solvang Friendship House licensed for?
40 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Has Solvang Friendship House been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 1993, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 8 state visits over the same years.
Is Solvang Friendship House still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 11, 2026.
What does Solvang Friendship House cost?
$4,300 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,400–$5,700. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 12 homes with 7 to 49 beds and similar homes within 37 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Among 10 other homes of a similar licensed size across Santa Barbara County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,500 to $5,200 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 10 other homes publishing a starting rate).
Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date between September and October 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.
A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.
The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.
A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.
Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
Does Solvang Friendship House take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license is held by Solvang Friendship House, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Can Solvang Friendship House keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 15 residents, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Solvang Friendship House license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “SOLVANG FRIENDSHIP HOUSE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #421703158. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed for 40 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed to Solvang Friendship House, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- First licensed in 1993, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 8 state inspection visits since 1993, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 1993, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 8 state visits in that period.
- 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 1993, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is July 9, 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
Nearby
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Licensed homes near this one in Santa Barbara County, most information on file first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
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Starting rate
$4,995 a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$5,200 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,050–$6,650On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$5,100 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,200–$6,300On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$5,550 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,550–$6,800On the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$5,100 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,200–$6,300On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$5,500 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,500–$6,800On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
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