Friendship House sits on a quiet cul de sac with single-story, cottage-style homes in the rolling hills of Santa Ynez Valley, accepting adults 55 and older and allowing some pets like cats and dogs, and folks will find a mix of semi-private apartments or rooms, plus some single room units for those wanting privacy, and everything stays pretty easy to get around because it's all on one level, with paths for walking, plenty of outdoor and indoor common spaces, a main dining room, a library, and a garden area if you like to spend time outside. The staff works hard to treat residents like family, with 24-hour support for daily activities such as bathing or dressing, and the place offers assisted living, nursing home care, independent living, and memory care-there's even a separate building that's purpose-built for folks living with Alzheimer's or dementia, with a wander alert system, secured entry, and staff help for anything from aggressive behavior to wandering, and they have activities just for memory care residents to help keep minds active and bodies moving.
For those with health needs, Friendship House can help with medication, diabetic care, incontinence, non-ambulatory care, use of mechanical lifts with staff trained in both one-person and two-person assisted transfers, and standby aid, plus a nurse is on staff for medical oversight, and the facility's licensed under ADC Lic #425801652 and RCFE #421703158. The Eden Alternative Registered Home aims to create a welcoming, home-like setting, and the staff supports families and caregivers with services like a day program, overnight respite care, and hospice, so there's help for folks who need short stays or full-time support. You'll also find amenities like wheelchair accessible showers, a barber/salon, resident parking, beautician, and pets allowed with policies for keeping dogs or cats, and people gather for on-site and off-site activities, devotional services, art and music programs from visiting teachers, and meals that can include kosher or vegetarian options. Transportation is complimentary if you need a ride somewhere, there's a call system for help anytime, and if you need different levels of care as you age, you can usually stay put and get what you need without changing homes. Events throughout the year focus on raising awareness and keeping families connected, and overall, Friendship House tries to build community, maintain dignity, and help folks live as comfortable and supported as possible.
