12 facilities with pricing in the middle of the pack for LA County. Safety scores are about average for the area.
A mix of large communities and smaller homes. Santa Cruz has 12 licensed facilities. 3 are larger communities with 50+ beds, which typically offer more structured programming, dining options, and round-the-clock staffing. The remaining 9 fall in between.
Expect to pay around $4,680/mo. That's right around the county average of $4,675/mo. Prices range from $2,750 up to $5,850 depending on the facility, room type, and level of care. 8 of 12 facilities publish pricing, which is better transparency than most areas.
Look at the safety scores before you visit. The average score in Santa Cruz is 7.9 out of 9.9. That's below the county average of 8.5, so take extra time reviewing individual facility scores before visiting. Some places here have rougher inspection histories than others. Our scores come from real California state inspection data, not self-reported reviews.
A few things that might narrow your search. None of the facilities here currently accept Medi-Cal, so you'll need to look at neighboring cities if that's a factor. If you need memory care for Alzheimer's or dementia, know that only 1 facility here offers it.
It's about average for LA County. Expect to pay around $4,680/mo, though prices vary widely depending on the facility size, room type, and how much care is needed.
Valley Haven Iii currently has the highest safety score in Santa Cruz at 9.9 out of 9.9. These scores are based on real state inspection data, not online reviews. We'd recommend checking individual scores for any facility you're considering, since they can vary a lot even within the same city.
Among our top-rated facilities, Valley Haven Iii starts at $3,500/mo, and it has a safety score of 9.9. Across all 12 facilities in the area, published prices range from $2,750 to $5,850/mo. Keep in mind that the actual cost depends on the level of care needed.
Unfortunately, none of the facilities we track in Santa Cruz currently participate in the ALW program. That can change, so it's worth calling facilities directly. You might also look at neighboring cities where Medi-Cal acceptance is more common.
Yes, 1 facility in Santa Cruz offers specialized memory care for residents with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Among the top-rated: Westwind Memory Care. Memory care units typically have additional security measures and staff trained in dementia care, so expect higher pricing than standard assisted living.
