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Friends House

684 Benicia Drive

Santa Rosa, CA 95409

145 beds • Est. 2006 (19 years)


FYI Safety Score

7.7 Fair

5 citations in the last 2 years and 4 older across 12 inspections. 2 substantiated complaints on file. Last inspected in November 2025.


Why we like it

Friends House is a 145-bed assisted living community in Santa Rosa, operated as a nonprofit by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). Rooted in Quaker values of simplicity, equality, and community, it brings a mission-driven approach to senior care in Sonoma County's wine country.

  • Quaker nonprofit heritage

    Founded and operated by the Religious Society of Friends, with a mission-driven focus on care over profit.

  • Sonoma County setting

    Located in Santa Rosa, surrounded by wine country, parks, and a mild Northern California climate.

  • Established community size

    At 145 beds, large enough to support diverse programming and on-site services while maintaining a community atmosphere.

  • Faith-based values

    Quaker principles of simplicity, integrity, and equality shape the community culture and approach to resident care.

  • No pricing available

    Pricing is not currently listed. Families will need to contact the community directly for rates.


Pricing

Assisted Living

1 Bedroom$6,698/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.

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Where you'll live

684 Benicia Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95409

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Amenities & Services

Dining
Beauty Salon
Garden

Frequently asked questions

How safe is Friends House?
Friends House has a FYI Safety Score of 7.7 out of 9.9, our proprietary score based on California state inspection records. 9 state citations and 2 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 12 inspections.
How much does Friends House cost?
Friends House starts at $6,698 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Friends House offer memory care?
Yes, Friends House offers Memory Care services. Care types available include: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Home.
Does Friends House accept Medi-Cal?
Friends House is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Friends House last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Friends House was on 2025-11-13. The facility has received 12 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Friends House have?
Friends House has 9 state citations and 2 verified complaints since 2021 across 12 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 7.7 out of 9.9, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Friends House been in operation?
Friends House has been licensed for 19 years in Santa Rosa, California, with a licensed capacity of 145 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
496801929
Size
145 beds (Large Community (50+ beds))
Licensed Since
December 27, 2006 (19 years)
Licensee
Front Porch Communities and Services
Administrator
Robert Rubio
Phone
(707) 538-0152
Address
684 Benicia Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95409

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record


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