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Friendship Center Adult Day Services

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Friendship Center Adult Day Services

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An affordable, community-based day care center for adults living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. Where safety & dignity coexist.

Providing professional, compassionate and affordable care for elders and other dependent adults, including those with dementia. We provide lively activities, nutritious meals, and friendly socialization for participants and respite, education, and support for their family caregivers. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, founded in 1976. Call us to schedule a tour!

10/27/2026

One month later, and we’re still feeling the joy of bringing our Friendship Center family together!

Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate 50 years at our Family Reunion & Alumni Picnic, and a special thank you to Sue & John Adams for sponsoring this meaningful gathering in memory of Sam. 💛

This beautiful celebration wouldn’t have been possible without the love, generosity, and support of our incredible community. Here’s to 50 years of connection, care, and community! 🎉

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10/26/2026

Friendship Center is deeply grateful to David and Louise Borgatello for their many years of generous support and dedication to our mission, and most recently for sponsoring our Family Reunion & Picnic. 💚

For many years, David has generously shared his time and leadership as a member of our Board of Directors, now serving as Board Member Emeritus. Together David and Louise have been steadfast supporters helping us make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults and their caregivers. As part of the MarBorg family, they exemplify the spirit of community, generosity, and caring that makes Santa Barbara so special. We are truly grateful for their friendship and the lasting impact of their support!

10/23/2026

We had a blast celebrating our Best of Senior Care Services win last night as a Friendship Center Team!

A huge thank you to the Santa Barbara community for voting for us and recognizing our commitment to supporting older adults living with dementia and their families. We’re so proud of the work we do and grateful to be part of such a supportive community! 💚

10/23/2026

We are grateful to our Wellness & Respite Partners for supporting Friendship Center’s first Dementia Care Conference. Thank you to Sutter Health, Cottage Health, Santa Barbara Healthcare, CenCal Health, Stevens & Associates Insurance Agency, Inc., and Village Properties’ Vince Caballero for helping make this meaningful day of learning, connection, and community possible.

10/22/2026

We’re thrilled and honored to be named Best of Senior Care Services for 2026 by the Santa Barbara Independent! 💙

Thank you to our Santa Barbara community for recognizing the work we do to support older adults living with dementia and the families who care for them. Your support means so much to our Friendship Center family, and we’re grateful to be part of such a caring community! 🎉

10/21/2026

Thank you to MarBorg Industries and Montecito Bank & Trust for sponsoring Friendship Center’s First Family Reunion & Picnic! Your generosity helped make this special gathering possible and brought our Friendship Center family together for a wonderful afternoon.

An extra-special thank you to MarBorg Industries for providing an ADA-accessible restroom and handwashing station, helping make the event more comfortable and accessible for all our guests. We’re so grateful for your support! 💙

Montecito Bank & Trust

10/19/2026

Thank you to Santa Barbara Estate Planning and Elder Law for supporting Friendship Center’s Dementia Care Conference as a Bronze Caregiver Supporter! We’re especially grateful to founder Julianna Malis for sharing her expertise as a member of our conference summit panel, helping attendees navigate important legal considerations and plan for the road ahead. Thank you for being part of a day dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and professionals on the dementia journey.

10/18/2026

Taken in 2007, Sam was a member and well-known and loved UCSB sports coach. His wife, Sue has ever since been part of the Friendship Center family, acting as a board member, volunteer, donor, and so much more!

Thank you Sue and John Adams for sponsoring our Friendship Center Family Reunion and Picnic in Memory of Sam. The day was filled with joy, love, and laughter because of your support. ❤️

10/16/2026

Thank you to Eisai for supporting Friendship Center’s Dementia Care Conference as a Silver Memory Care Advocate. Your sponsorship helped equip professionals and family caregivers with valuable tools, knowledge, and resources to better support individuals living with dementia, while showing them that no one has to navigate this journey alone.

10/13/2026

We were lucky to have our very own Dr. Gray give a debut lecture on his discovery of Pygmy Mammoth fossils on the San Miguel Island in the 1980’s. Thank you Dr. Gray, for such an incredible presentation! 🦣

Address

89 Eucalyptus Lane
Santa Barbara, CA
93108

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm
Friday	9am - 2pm

Telephone

+18059690859

Website

http://www.friendshipcentersb.org/

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