Dominican Oaks

3400 Paul Sweet Road

Santa Cruz, CA 95065

142 beds • Est. 1991 (34 years) • Get directions

FYI Safety Score™

9.3 Good

Despite 3 recent citations, there are no substantiated complaints across 10 inspections — an excellent track record overall. Last inspected in February 2026.

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Why we like it

Dominican Oaks is a 142-bed assisted living community in Santa Cruz, offering a large-community experience on California's Central Coast. The community pairs a strong safety record with a desirable location in one of the state's most scenic coastal cities.

Excellent safety record
A safety score of 9.3 out of 9.9 reflects consistent compliance with state care standards and a clean inspection history.
Santa Cruz coastal setting
Located in Santa Cruz, known for its mild climate, redwood forests, and laid-back beach-town atmosphere.
Large community with broad resources
At 142 beds, Dominican Oaks has the scale to offer diverse activities, multiple care levels, and a full range of on-site amenities.
Established presence
Dominican Oaks has been a part of the Santa Cruz senior care landscape for many years, with deep roots in the local community.
Santa Cruz access challenges
Santa Cruz is connected to the Bay Area primarily via Highway 17, a winding mountain road. Visits from San Jose or the greater Bay Area require planning around traffic and road conditions.

Pricing

Assisted Living

1 Bedroom$4,890–$5,890/mo

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Where you'll live

3400 Paul Sweet Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff

Dining

Housekeeping

Laundry

Activities Program

Fitness Center

Beauty Salon

Library

Garden

Courtyard

Facility Details

Facility Type: Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number: 440708773
Capacity: 142 beds
Size: Large Community (50+ beds)
Licensed Since: May 22, 1991 (34 years)
Licensee: Dominican Oaks Corporation
Administrator: Katherine Will
ALW Participant: No
Phone: (831) 462-6257
Address: 3400 Paul Sweet Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

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