The Friendship Center
Cause Area
- Health & Medicine
- Seniors
- Sports & Recreation
Location
89 Eucalyptus LaneSanta Barbara,, CA 93108 United StatesOrganization Information
Mission Statement
To preserve and enrich the quality of life for frail adults and to provide respite and support for their caregivers.
Description
Friendship Center is an adult day care center serving the frail elderly. 70% of our members have been diagnosed with Alzheimers disease, with others having had strokes, Parkinsons and other conditions. Our activities include Adult Education Classes, Current events, Musical programs, Horticulture, Exercise classes, Arts and Crafts, Group discussions, Picnics, Community outings, group discussions, and Intergenerational activities. We serve breakfast, lunch and a light snack. Contributions from families participating in our program are based on ability to pay. We have an annual fund raising event in February to support our HEART Program, which insures that no person in need of our services is turned away.