Quick answers
- Where is Atterdag Care Center?
- 636 Atterdag Road, Solvang, CA 93463, in Santa Barbara County, California.
- What is the phone number of Atterdag Care Center?
- (805) 688-5645, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Atterdag Care Center?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Atterdag Care Center been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Atterdag Care Center.
- What did inspectors find at Atterdag Care Center?
- In its last three inspection cycles (July 28, 2023 to April 10, 2026), Medicare lists 32 health citations; the most serious was level F. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (July 28, 2023 to April 10, 2026), Atterdag Care Center had 32 health citations; the most serious was level F (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 4.81 hours per resident per day; the California average is 4.54 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: January 9, 2026 — 14 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: November 18, 2025 (complaint investigation); January 9, 2026 (standard health inspection); April 10, 2026 (complaint investigation).
Show 14 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0657 Level D
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0842 Level D
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
F0605 Level D
“Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0657 Level D
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0658 Level D
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0692 Level D
“Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.”
F0710 Level D
“Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0761 Level D
“Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.”
F0812 Level D
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0842 Level D
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0842 Level D
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
Previous cycle: January 24, 2025 — 10 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: January 24, 2025 (standard health inspection); July 8, 2025 (complaint investigation).
Show 10 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0755 Level E
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0761 Level E
“Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.”
F0800 Level E
“Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.”
F0803 Level E
“Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.”
F0557 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.”
F0578 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0658 Level D
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0908 Level D
“Keep all essential equipment working safely.”
Earlier cycle: July 28, 2023 — 8 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: July 28, 2023 (standard health inspection); January 30, 2024 (infection control inspection).
Show 8 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0692 Level D
“Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.”
F0802 Level D
“Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.”
F0803 Level D
“Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.”
F0868 Level D
“Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly”
F0882 Level D
“Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (10)
K0353 Level C
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0926 Level F
“Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.”
K0712 Level E
“Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”
K0511 Level C
“Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.”
K0918 Level C
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0345 Level E
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
E0031 Level D
“Provide emergency officials' contact information.”
K0293 Level D
“Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | California | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.46 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.96 | 1.20 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 3.39 | 2.66 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.81 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 4.03 | 4.10 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.25 | 0.52 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 26.3% | 36.6% | 45.3% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Solvang Lutheran Home, Inc..
Owners and managers Medicare lists (1)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solvang Lutheran Home, Inc. | Direct owner | 100% | October 4, 1973 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 50 |
| Average residents per day | 46.6 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – other |
| Legal business name | Solvang Lutheran Home, Inc. |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1973-10-04 |
| Part of a continuing care retirement community | Yes |
| Resident and family councils | Resident and family councils |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 636 Atterdag Road, Solvang, CA 93463 |
| County | Santa Barbara County |
| State | California |
| Phone | (805) 688‑5645 |
| CMS Certification Number | 056353 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Lompoc Valley Medical Center Comprehensive Care Ce18 mi · Lompoc, CA · 5 of 5 stars
- Lompoc Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center19 mi · Lompoc, CA · 5 of 5 stars
- Buena Vista Care Center22 mi · Santa Barbara, CA · 2 of 5 stars
- Channel Islands Post Acute25 mi · Santa Barbara, CA · 2 of 5 stars
- Valle Verde Health Facility25 mi · Santa Barbara, CA · 5 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital0.7 mi · Solvang, CA · Critical Access Hospital
- Lompoc Valley Medical Center17 mi · Lompoc, CA · Acute Care Hospital
- Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital22 mi · Santa Barbara, CA · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13