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Paradise Care Home
1615 Miramonte Avenue, Mountain View, CA 94040
"Paradise Care Home is family owned assisted living care home with 6 residents. Paradise Care Home is located in a beautiful quiet neighborho..."
READ MOREThe 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Santa Cruz County, CA for 2024
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Santa Cruz County, CA below include 199 Assisted Living facilities with 1073 reviews....
On average in Santa Cruz County, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.2 out of 5 stars.
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North Valley Residential Care Home
906 Baird Ave., Santa Clara, CA 95054
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
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Casa Pastel Care Home
13348 Pastel Lane, Mountain View, CA 94040
"Casa Alice Care Home is family owned assisted living care home with 6 residents. Casa Alice Care Home is located in a beautiful quiet neighb..."
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Florence Residential Care Home #2
135 North 8Th Street, San Jose, CA 95112
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Green Valley Residential Care Home
10512 Duke Dr., Gilroy, CA 95020
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READ MOREGarden Hill Care Home
112 Garden Hill Drive, Los Gatos, CA 95032
"Mina's Elderly Care Homes Caring, located in Los Gatos, CA, provides hospice care and residential care home services. The community offers b..."
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Kb Care Home
1948 Seabee Place, San Jose, CA 95133
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
READ MOREArlen Manor
2734 Moorpark Ave, San Jose, CA 95128
"Arlen Manor is located in San Jose, CA. Seniors can take advantage of a central location on Moorpark Avenue, close to public transportation ..."
READ MOREGateway Center of Monterey
850 CONGRESS AVENUE, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
READ MOREJf Health Care Services
1614 Ralene Pl, San Jose, CA 95131
"JF Health Care Services is situated at the end of a cul-de-sac in the Brooktree neighborhood in San Jose, California. The care home is withi..."
READ MOREVenetian Residential Care Inc.
4649 Venice Way, San Jose, CA 95129
"Venetian Residential Care Inc. is across the street from Easterbrook Discovery School in a quiet residential neighborhood in San Jose, CA. R..."
READ MORETrebol Home Inc.
3251 Trebol Lane, San Jose, CA 95148
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READ MOREA. & T. Care Home #3
2495 Dashwood Avenue, San Jose, CA 95121
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300 South 22Nd Street, San Jose, CA 95116
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READ MOREWisteria Home
1160 Regia Ct, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
"Wisteria Home is tucked away in the community of Sunnyvale, CA, in the Silicon Valley region. The town is temperate year-round, and close to..."
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Songbird Home in the City
14 Madonna Dr, Salinas, CA 93906
"Songbird Care Homes is a California State-licensed* Board & Care Facility for ages 65+. We have two homes located in Salinas, CA and North M..."
READ MOREHelping Hands Residential Care Home 3
3318 Dias Drive, San Jose, CA 95148
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Grace Garden RCFE
2463 Glen Exeter Way, San Jose, CA 95148
"Grace Garden RCFE is a cozy residential care home situated in San Jose, CA. We offer loving, thoughtful care for aging elders in a family-st..."
READ MORESt Anne's Home For Elderly
790 Lakebird Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94089
"St Anne's Home for Elderly is located in a quiet residential neighborhood of Lakewood, CA, just next to Lakewood Park. The facility is conne..."
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Paying for Assisted Living in Santa Cruz County
Seniors 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.
The Cost of Assisted Living in Santa Cruz County, CA and Nearby Cities
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
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Santa Cruz County
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.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Santa Cruz County
| 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. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Santa Cruz County
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.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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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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