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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Santa Cruz, CA

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Santa Cruz, CA area.

We found 6 communities near Santa Cruz, CA
Brookdale Scotts Valley

Brookdale Scotts Valley

100 Lockewood Lane, Scotts Valley, CA 95066 (4.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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Westwind Memory Care

Westwind Memory Care

160 Jewell Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (4.6 mi from city center)
Memory Care
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Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community

Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community

80 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (5.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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Care From The Heart

Care From The Heart

3143 Paul Sweet Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95065 (6.6 mi from city center)
Home Care
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Paradise Villa

Paradise Villa

2177 17th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 (7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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Familiar Surroundings Home Care

Familiar Surroundings Home Care

2901 Park Avenue, C-3, Soquel, CA 95073 (9.3 mi from city center)
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  • Brookdale Scotts Valley
  • Westwind Memory Care
  • Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community
  • Care From The Heart
  • Paradise Villa
  • Familiar Surroundings Home Care

Senior Living Statistics for Santa Cruz, California

Senior Housing Costs


Based on data from 2023-2024, the cost of senior housing in Santa Cruz varies depending on the type of accommodation and level of care.
Housing Type Average Cost in Santa Cruz
Assisted Living $5,104
Memory Care $5,968
Independent Living $5,425
Nursing Home: Private Room $5,545
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $6,700
Nursing Home: Studio $5,593
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $7,465
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom N/A
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage N/A

Cost of Living in Santa Cruz


In 2024, the cost of living in Santa Cruz includes expenses such as housing, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and utilities, which can vary significantly based on the city's location and size.
City Average Cost
Santa Cruz $5,104
Gilroy $4,128
San Juan Bautista $4,110

Here is how the cost of living in Santa Cruz compares to California and the national average:
Area Average Cost
Santa Cruz $5,104
California $4,357
United States $4,546

Available Senior Living Facilities in Santa Cruz


Number of senior living facilities in:

Santa Cruz

4

Surrounding Area

8

California

2079

Santa Cruz Demographics


Based on information from 2023, here are some details around the population of Santa Cruz, such as age distribution for seniors, and racial diversity.

Population:

Santa Cruz has a population of 46,527.
  • 51.2% Male
  • 48.8% Female

Marital Status:

  • 37.2% Married
  • 10.2% Divorced
  • 49.1% Never Married
  • 3.5% Widowed

Age:

Seniors make up about 33.9% of the population.
  • 11.6% in their 50s
  • 11% in their 60s
  • 8.1% in their 70s
  • 3.2% in their 80s

Diversity:

  • 72.2% White
  • 1.7% Black
  • 7.1% Asian
  • 0.8% Native
  • 0.2% Pacific
  • 7.2% Identifying as Other
  • 10.9% Mixed Race
  • 20.5% Hispanic

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.

Cost

Assisted living costs vary greatly based on the facility and level of care. We considered communities that are suitable for various budgets and offer solid value. All prices listed are from community websites.

Available Care

We value communities that offer more than standard living services, such as memory care and independent living. We think this is beneficial for older adults, as it allows a community to meet your changing needs over time.

Reviews

We read through dozens of reviews for every single contender and include a summary of our findings. In most cases, we see common themes regarding positive and negative feedback about each community. Just remember not to take individual reviews at face value.

Amenities

Amenities can help an assisted living community feel like a luxury resort or a home away from home. Our research focuses on communities that offer extra perks and benefits for seniors to enjoy.

Location

Location can be important. Since many seniors like to have certain comforts nearby, we look at communities close to parks, shopping areas, hospitals, museums, and other practical or entertaining points of interest.

Staff Size

We highlighted assisted living communities that offer high staff-to-resident ratios, often with a maximum of eight residents per caregiver.