The best independent living facilities in Santa Cruz, CA

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    For seniors who may need some help with daily activities

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    For seniors with more serious medical needs who require skilled care following a hospitalization, illness, or surgery.

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    1. Exterior view of a senior living facility building at dusk with multiple windows, balconies, and a covered entrance area.
      $4,890+4.8 (49)
      1 Bedroom
      independent living, assisted living

      Dominican Oaks

      3400 Paul Sweet Rd, Santa Cruz, CA, 95065
    2. A single-story building partially obscured by large trees and palm trees, with a grassy lawn in the foreground and several benches scattered around the outdoor area under clear blue sky.
      $3,800 – $4,800+2.5 (2)
      Semi-private
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Rachelle's Home Iii

      4101 Fairway Drive, Soquel, CA, 95073
    3. $4,817 – $5,780+
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom
      independent living, assisted living, board and care

      Flor's Guest Home

      1106 Darlene Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
    4. Outdoor view of La Posada Retirement Community sign surrounded by plants and flowers with a building and parked cars in the background under a clear blue sky.
      Pricing on request3.1 (8)
      suite
      independent living, assisted living

      La Posada Retirement Community (Independent Living)

      609 Frederick St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
    5. Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living

      Garfield Park Village

      721 Bay St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
    6. Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living

      Arbor Cove Senior Commons

      84 Blackburn St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
    7. Exterior view of a single-story building with a tiled roof and a covered entrance. There are trees and shrubs around the building, and an American flag is flying on a flagpole in front.
      $4,545 – $5,395+4.0 (99)
      Studio • 1 Bedroom
      independent living, assisted living

      Brookdale Scotts Valley

      100 Lockewood Ln, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066
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    Cost of assisted living in Santa Cruz, California

    Studio1 Bedroom2 BedroomsSemi-Private
    Independent Living$4,800$5,355—$4,309
    Assisted Living$5,550$5,649—$4,212
    Memory Care$5,664$6,300—$4,158

    * Prices shown are average monthly costs within a 20-mile radius

    Consider other types of facilities in Santa Cruz, CA

    • Assisted Living

      For seniors who may need some help with daily activities

    • Memory Care

      A safe, supervised community supporting people living with dementia

    • Skilled Nursing

      For seniors with more serious medical needs who require skilled care following a hospitalization, illness, or surgery.

    • Board And Care Homes

      Homes in residential neighborhoods providing daily care for a small number of residents

    • Continuing Care Retirement Communities

      For seniors who want to age in place as their care needs evolve, offering everything from independent living to full nursing care.

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