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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Santa Cruz, CA
Memory care in Santa Cruz offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Santa Cruz is about $6,118 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 14 communities, read 74 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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The facility is clean, attractive and in a nice location. Staff are bright, cheerful, friendly and helpful. Food is good and plentiful. The care my wife has received is outstanding, and she's happy. They...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community is a beautiful community located in the center of all the action. We are within walking distance of the Santa Cruz Wharf, beach and boardwalk. Our beautiful building has a charming personality—and a fascinating past—all its own. Sunshine Villa, A...
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Caring staff. Good housekeeping. Sometimes communication could be better. Overall, I would recommend Westwind Memory Care to others.
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Westwind Memory Care assisted living community is located in the gorgeous city of Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County, California. This area is known for its natural beauty and its proximity to Monterey Bay. Seniors who love the water and all things nature will love the Santa Cruz atmosphere. The...
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Their price was better. I also had experience with [facility removed] and was not that happy with them. I would say they are good. My complaint is they're short staffed. Sometimes the call button would not...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Fewer Chores, More FunDo you want to experience a retirement rich in exciting events, activities and programs and free from the burden of household chores like cooking, cleaning, laundry and yard work? If that sounds like something you want for your life, we have good news. Your dream retirement...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
About the communityWelcome to Paradise Villa Assisted Living and Memory Care. Our senior living community is pleasantly located in Santa Cruz, California, on 17th Avenue. We’re a dignified and affordable solution for families seeking assisted living care in the area. For over 40 years we’ve...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Aegis of Aptos is one of the Santa Cruz areas newest assisted living communities. Located just minutes from beautiful Monterey Bay, Aegis provides high quality assisted living services in a specially designed environment. Innovative programs, and high staffing ratios enable us to provide the...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Chateau Guest Home is a quaint assisted living community located in the bustling city of Santa Cruz, CA. Santa Cruz is a beautiful seaside community with a lot of great amenities. It is also a tourist destination, making it an ideal location for an assisted living community, and that's why...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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I've lived here for two years and I am very pleased with my life here. The community is very friendly and supportive. There are many activities offered here to keep our bodies and minds busy. Many of the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Capitola ManorCapitola Manor is a uniquely beautiful and welcoming assisted living community nestled within Santa Cruz, CA. The landscaped community has much to offer in the way of being a home away from home. Trees and shrubs surround the property, which gives way to a peaceful and quiet setting...
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Soquel Leisure Villa, Inc.Soquel Leisure Villa, Inc. is an assisted living community that is located in the town of Soquel, CA. Soquel is located in the Santa Cruz area. Living in Soquel you definitely get the small town feel but are still close enough to the big city lifestyle of the Santa Cruz...
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Cost of memory care in Santa Cruz, CA
The average cost of senior living in Santa Cruz is $6,118 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Juan Bautista, CA with an average of $4,315 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Santa Cruz
Recent reviews for memory care in Santa Cruz
Oakmont of San Jose
4.6
Oakmont SJ provided wonderful care to our Mom in her years there. A place like this is only as good as the people they employ and we found the Oakmont SJ staff kind and compassionate. During our search, a senior placement consultant had advised us no place is perfect but what you want is ...
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Villa Fontana Retirement Community in San Jose, CA
4.9
This facility is pretty nice. The Memory Care unit is separate and has a nice atmosphere. It's always very clean, they stay on top of cleanliness here (cleaning up spills, etc). Communication with the family is great. They have a good variety of activities. Overall, it's a really nice and clean ...
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Brookdale Scotts Valley
4.0
My dad likes the security that the facility offers. He knows he's in a safe environment that can scale with his needs. He likes have the meals available and brought to him if needed. He is still very independent and mobile so not a lot of car needed. Therefore, I don't have a lot of feedback.
Santa Cruz memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santa Cruz memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santa Cruz, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Santa Cruz memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Santa Cruz that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Santa Cruz, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.8%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
38.5%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
82.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
46.2%
71.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.5%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.3%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.5%
72.3%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Santa Cruz memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Santa Cruz Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Santa Cruz, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.2%
74.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
7.7%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.8%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
30.8%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Santa Cruz memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Santa Cruz partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.1%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.2%
50.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Santa Cruz memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Santa Cruz communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.1%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
15.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santa Cruz memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Santa Cruz offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Santa Cruz, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
30.8%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
31.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Atria Willow Glen, Belmont Village San Jose and Westmont of Morgan Hill are the top-rated memory care facilities near Santa Cruz, California. See full list of communities.
There are 14 memory care facilities near Santa Cruz, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Santa Cruz, California is Atria Willow Glen. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 14 memory care facilities near you in Santa Cruz, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Santa Cruz, California, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Santa Cruz, California, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Santa Cruz, California ranges from $695 to $7780525. The average Memory Care cost in Santa Cruz, California is $6,118. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Santa Cruz, California typically starts at $695. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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