125 Heather Terrace
Aptos, CA 95003
100 beds • Est. 2019 (6 years) • Get directions
6 state citations (3 serious, 3 minor) and 3 verified complaints since 2022 across 14 inspections. The most significant findings involve memory care supervision: in November 2024, a serious citation was issued after inspectors found unlocked toxins accessible in a memory care unit where 4 unsupervised residents were seated nearby and the cabinet's locking device was broken. In July 2025, a memory care resident eloped and was located 0.7 miles from the facility on a public street, having fallen and sustained a head injury; inspectors subsequently issued a serious citation for personal rights violations and noted the memory care courtyard gate had been secured with zip ties due to a malfunctioning alarm. Also in July 2025, a staff member administered another resident's medication to a resident, requiring a 911 call and brief hospital observation; the resident returned the same day with no injuries. A personnel requirements violation was cited in March 2026 and cleared the following month. The facility's general manager changed in March 2025.
Aegis of Aptos is a 100-bed assisted living community in Aptos, a quiet beach town tucked along the Santa Cruz County coastline. The area is known for its redwood-lined neighborhoods and laid-back Central Coast character.
This is one of the higher-priced Aegis locations, reflecting the desirable coastal setting and smaller-market positioning where options are limited.
Part of a 36-community West Coast chain
Aegis Living operates 36 locations along the West Coast, bringing corporate infrastructure and standardized protocols to this Aptos community.
Pets allowed — dogs and cats
Both dogs and cats are explicitly permitted, a specific policy worth confirming if a companion animal is part of the transition.
Respite care offered
Short-term respite stays are available, making this an option for families evaluating fit before committing to long-term placement.
100-bed scale
At full capacity this is a large facility. Families who prioritize a smaller, more residential environment should weigh the scale carefully on a visit.
Memory care unit structure
Aegis lists memory care as a service. Ask specifically whether memory care residents are in a separate wing with dedicated staff, or integrated with the assisted living population.
Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.
125 Heather Terrace, Aptos, CA 95003
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