Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Santa Cruz County, CA below include 195 Assisted Living facilities...
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195 Results
100 Lockwood Lane, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
4.0
(44 reviews)
"I was greeted when I entered Brookdale Scotts Valley and immediately, someone was walking with me and he was showing me everything that they've got. We were walking through mid-morning, and there were certain activities going on in the activity rooms..."
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2177 17th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
3.7
(8 reviews)
"This is one of the best facilities! We moved our dad in here and his health and overall happiness has improved tremendously!! They always seem to have some sort of activity going on & Dad has taken a liking to being involved in those! Thank you to th..."
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777 Volz Ln, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
3.6
(3 reviews)
"I toured Twin Lakes Manor. It was just a small place, and I liked it. It was very clean. The residents looked cared for and content. The person who gave me the tour was very friendly and gave me a thorough tour. I liked the grounds. There's a great b..."
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2000 Brommer Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
"The Maple House staff are proud of our reputation of providing high quality services to residents. Our mission is to respect our residents' ..."
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80 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
4.2
(20 reviews)
"Sunshine Villa was a very nice building. The atmosphere was lovely, and it was an interesting location to have, it is on the hill, just by the ocean. Although they didn't have as much of a view of the ocean, they were right there sort of next to it. ..."
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125 Heather Terrace, Aptos, CA 95003
4.3
(15 reviews)
"Aegis of Aptos was gorgeous. It was like a 4-star hotel. The apartments were unfurnished but clean, bright, good-sized, and comfortable. The staff who assisted us with the tour was fantastic. She was thoughtful and she engaged us well. She paid atten..."
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460 Eureka Canyon Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076
4.3
(8 reviews)
"It has now been a year since making the difficult decision to move my father to a facility where he could get the 24/7 care he now needs. We made the right decision choosing De Un Amor! The beautiful setting in rural Corralitos and the spacious, well..."
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123 La Selva Drive, La Selva Beach, CA 95076
5.0
(3 reviews)
"My dad is a resident of Wesley House III. The way the Wesley House works is that they have six men in one house, and they have six women in the other house. It's fairly expensive, but they have lots of staff. It's like houses where you can sit in the..."
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7321 Mesa Drive, Aptos, CA 95003
5.0
(2 reviews)
"It's a small house with a great ocean view. It accommodates six residents max. I love the garden patio as well. The staff is great and food is delicious. There is a ramp for wheelchairs and room to wheel around the house in the backyard. When my husb..."
READ MORE311 Montecito Avenue, Watsonville, CA 95076
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My mother is in Montecito Manor. It's bright and cheerful. They have nice furnishings and decorations for the season and holidays. They have pretty good food. The staff is very caring, considerate, and accommodating. The rooms are bright and cheerful..."
READ MORE2266 Chanticleer Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My friend is at Valley Haven. It looks like a campus that has three separate houses on it. The front house is for people who are kind of in advanced need, like a lot of care. The middle house is where the staff lives. The rear house is where more amb..."
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226 Morrissey Boulevard, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My husband has moved into Alexandria Victoria. It's a wonderful home. They're pretty well known in the community. They're wonderful people, and the food is wonderful. They have two homes on Morrissey that are together. They have about 17 clients, and..."
READ MORE813 Hanover St., Santa Cruz, CA 95062
2.0
(2 reviews)
"My mother is in Hanover Guest Home. The staff is very caring and very nice, and the owner is also very nice. The facility is old, but the staff makes up for it. There are not many programs there, so there's not a lot going on for the residents. Mostl..."
READ MORE4795 Opal Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz, CA 95062
"Opal Cliff Residential Center, located in the scenic city of Santa Cruz, CA, offers a comfortable and supportive environment for seniors loo..."
READ MORE99 Airport Blvd. Suite B, Freedom, CA 95019
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
READ MORE40 Fletcher Court, Watsonville, CA 95076
"Rillera Guest Home #1 is located in Watsonville, California, and offers specialized care types including residential care and hospice care. ..."
READ MORE163 Glenwood Drive, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
READ MORE115 Gera Court, Watsonville, CA 95076
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
READ MORE310 Hathaway Avenue, Watsonville, CA 95076
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READ MORE840 24Th Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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READ MORESeniors in Santa Cruz can expect to pay approximately $6,800 per month for assisted living, according to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2020. Costs in the area are about 58% higher than the United States as a whole, or $2,500 more. Santa Cruz residents also pay significantly more in comparison to the California average of $5,000, which represents a difference of 36% or $1,800 per month.
Santa Cruz County is significantly more expensive than other cities in the state. In southern California, Los Angeles costs $1,800 less, and further north, San Luis Obispo is about $1,000 more affordable than Santa Cruz. However, costs drop even more outside of the Bay Area; seniors in Sacramento, which is the state’s capital city, pay $5,395 per month — that’s $1,405 less. Those living in San Jose, about 30 miles to the northeast of Santa Cruz, can expect to pay $5,875 a month. Costs increase slightly toward the northwest in San Francisco, where city residents pay $6,100 per month. About 35 miles to the south, Salinas has the highest costs in the state; seniors here pay $7,100 per month, which is $300 more than their counterparts in Santa Cruz.
Santa Cruz County
$6,800
California
$5,000
The United States
$4,300
Los Angeles
$5,000
Sacramento
$5,395
San Luis Obispo
$5,800
San Jose
$5,875
San Francisco
$6,100
Salinas
$7,100
California’s Medicaid program, Medi-Cal, offers financial assistance to help impoverished seniors cover the cost of assisted living. Those who are eligible may be able to take part in the state’s Assisted Living Waiver Program (ALWP).
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Network Services of Santa Cruz County | (831) 462-1433 | Senior Network Services has a range of programs to improve the quality of life for older adults living in Santa Cruz County. The agency’s staff assesses the needs of seniors and refers them to the local resources they require. Social workers provide counseling to fill out applications for public benefits, and seniors receive assistance to create a care plan for their particular situation. Volunteers may also help with managing medical bills and submitting insurance claims. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (831) 429-1913 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman is responsible for ensuring the quality of life for older citizens living in assisted living facilities and other residential care centers throughout Santa Cruz County. The program’s representatives investigate complaints made by seniors about quality of care, personal dignity, legal concerns, abuse and the rights of residents. All services are confidential and available at no cost. |
| Lift Line Transportation Service | (831) 688-9663 | This service provides free, door-to-door transportation to older adults who are unable to use standard, fixed-route buses. Seniors can request a trip to medical appointments, dining sites and adult centers within Santa Cruz County. The service works from Monday to Friday, and personal care attendants or traveling companions can ride at no cost. Certain participants may also be eligible for medical transportation to nearby areas outside of Santa Cruz. |
| Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program | (831) 462-1433 | The Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program provides unbiased, impartial information about Medicare and insurance problems. Volunteers offer forums and individual counseling to help older adults select a plan that suits their specific requirements. The program’s staff assesses if the senior’s health insurance company can cover the cost of long-term care, and assistance to submit claims is also available. |
| Santa Cruz County Senior Centers | (831) 420-6180 | Santa Cruz County’s Parks and Recreation Department manages several senior centers throughout the area. Older adults have access to a variety of recreational activities, including yoga, tai chi, cinema and dancing; as well as the Senior Computer Center, where they can learn how to use mobile phones and PCs. Instructors teach breathing exercises and guided meditation, and there are also free classes on arts, languages, writing and fitness. |
| Santa Cruz County Veterans Services Office | (831) 464-4575 | The Santa Cruz County Veterans Services helps those who served in the military to receive the benefits they have earned. Volunteers help veterans to file claims, and seniors with limited income may qualify for a monthly pension, which could contribute to the cost of care at an assisted living facility. Veterans who incurred an injury during their military service may also be eligible for disability compensation. |
Santa Cruz County-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
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Annalea
4.0
Review of Brookdale Scotts Valley
We had my father-in-law at Brookdale Scotts Valley. They're very caring. Excellent staff. It was a nice facility. They had accommodations that made the financing at least possible. They were able...
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Annalea
4.0
Review of Aegis of Aptos
Aegis of Aptos was beautiful and fabulous. They had excellent staff and nice rooms. It was spacious, but not in our price range. It was clean and the residents seemed very happy and well cared for....
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Reviewer#RD1113o
4.0
Review of Sunshine Villa
My mom is now at Sunshine Villa. We chose it for its location. It's very nice. The room seems to be a nice size. The bathroom also is a nice size. The dining room is spacious and has several...
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