The best senior living facilities in Santa Cruz, CA

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    1. Photo of Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community
      $5,100 – $6,300+4.2 (66)
      Studio • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, memory care

      Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community

      80 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
    2. Exterior view of Paradise Villa Assisted Living facility showing a two-story building with a covered entrance, surrounded by green trees and a well-maintained lawn. A sign in front reads 'Paradise Villa Assisted Living' with a phone number.
      $3,800 – $6,500+4.4 (26)
      Semi-private
      assisted living, memory care

      Paradise Assisted Care

      2177 17th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
    3. 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
    4. Photo of Valley Haven
      $3,500 – $5,300+4.3 (4)
      Semi-private
      assisted living, memory care

      Valley Haven

      2266 Chanticleer Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
    5. Photo of Twin Lakes Manor
      $4,250 – $5,400+3.4 (8)
      Semi-private
      assisted living, memory care, board and care

      Twin Lakes Manor

      777 Volz Ln, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
    6. 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
    7. Exterior view of a single-story building with a blue entrance door under a pergola, surrounded by greenery, bushes, a tree, and a stone bench on a concrete walkway.
      Pricing on request4.1 (36)
      suite
      assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing

      Pacific Coast Manor

      1935 Wharf Rd, Capitola, CA, 95010
    8. $2,750 – $4,750+3.1 (8)
      Semi-private
      assisted living, board and care

      Hanover Guest Home

      813 Hanover St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
    9. $5,850+5.0 (3)
      suite
      assisted living, memory care, board and care

      Alexandria Victoria

      226 Morrissey Boulevard, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
    10. Pricing on request4.0 (1)
      suite
      skilled nursing

      Hearts & Hands - Post Acute Care & Rehab Center

      2990 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
    11. Photo of Santa Cruz Post Acute
      Pricing on request3.8 (29)
      suite
      assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing

      Santa Cruz Post Acute

      1115 Capitola Rd, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
    12. Pricing on request2.5 (15)
      suite
      assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing

      Driftwood Health Care Center

      675 24th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
    13. Exterior view of a single-story building with a sloped roof behind a fence with greenery and plants in front. The sky is clear and blue.
      $3,850 – $5,500+4.2 (5)
      Semi-private
      assisted living, memory care, board and care

      Maple House II

      2000 Brommer St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
    14. $4,885 – $5,862+
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, board and care

      Nona's Cottage

      161 Archer Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
    15. $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
    16. $4,721 – $5,665+5.0 (1)
      Semi-private • 1 Bedroom
      assisted living, board and care

      Mystic Oaks

      163 Glenwood Dr, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066
    17. Pricing on request
      suite
      memory care

      Santa Cruz Alzheimer's Association

      1777 Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
    18. 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
    19. Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living

      Garfield Park Village

      721 Bay St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
    20. Exterior front view of a two-story building with green and beige siding, white trim, and a covered entrance supported by stone pillars. The building has multiple windows and a clear blue sky with some clouds in the background.
      $5,750 – $6,300+4.9 (15)
      Semi-private
      assisted living, memory care

      Westwind Memory Care

      160 Jewell St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
    21. A group of elderly women engaged in a painting activity in a well-lit room. One woman in the foreground is smiling at the camera while working on a landscape painting featuring a river, trees, and greenery. Other women are seated at tables in the background, also painting.
      Pricing on request4.0 (1)
      suite
      assisted living

      Capitola Manor

      1098 38th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
    22. Pricing on request5.0 (1)
      suite
      memory care

      The Mansion

      1906 Glen Canyon Rd., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
    23. Front exterior view of a single-story building with a sign reading 'The Maple House' at the entrance. The building is surrounded by greenery, including bushes and trees, and has a paved driveway leading to the entrance. An American flag is visible near the front door under a covered porch.
      Pricing on request5.0 (1)
      suite
      assisted living, memory care

      Maple House

      410 Pennsylvania Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
    24. 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
    25. Pricing on request
      suite
      board and care

      Listen Foundation

      236 Swanton Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
    26. Pricing on request
      suite
      independent living

      Arbor Cove Senior Commons

      84 Blackburn St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
    27. Pricing on request3.0 (1)
      suite
      assisted living, skilled nursing

      Golden Age Convalescent Hospital

      523 Burlingame Ave, Capitola, CA, 95010
    28. Exterior view of a single-story residential building with a dark blue facade, surrounded by a black metal fence and several trees and shrubs in the front yard. The building is located along a street with visible road markings and utility poles. The sky is clear and blue.
      Pricing on request
      suite
      assisted living

      Live In Serenity

      1340 17th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
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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

    • Independent Living

      For older adults who want to enjoy a carefree retirement in a community of their peers

    • 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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