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Residential care homes in Santa Cruz often appeal to seniors who want to remain in a close-knit, familiar home environment but need personal care services like grooming assistance, medication reminders, and even help with cooking and cleaning. And, they’re typically home to fewer residents, enabling caregivers and residents to build stronger connections. The average cost of care homes in Santa Cruz is $4,281 per month.

To find the best care home options for your needs and budget, browse 404 care homes in Santa Cruz and read 517 reviews of families’ experiences. You may also consider nearby communities such as San Jose, Morgan Hill and Gilroy.

Residential Care Home Facilities near Santa Cruz, CA

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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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This senior care facility is not for for the active, it is basically for the bed ridden only, not far from hospice care. The food looked less than desirable. The plus side is the 2 or 3 to 1 care givers to...
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The wondrous community of Common Destiny recalls a profound realness and beauty that should be present in any life. Located in Fremont, CA, we offer services for residents, such transportation, housekeeping, educational classes, and organized and consistent social activities. Our renowned hospice...
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I am very happy with this commumity .The staff are outstanding. The meals are wonderful and my mom is happy with the good variety. They do offer alot of nice activities for her to participate with the other...
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Portola Place is an assisted living facility that is located close to the senior center in beautiful San Mateo CA. Our facility is small and is located in a beautiful home on a quiet residential street. We are also close to Beresford Park and Garden Center, Hillsdale Mall, and the 25th Ave....
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
St. Cristobal Home Care is a residential care home located in Union City, CA, which serves Alameda County. This location is ideally situated in the San Francisco Bay Area. Union City is a tranquil city with friendly people and warm weather year round. It is also very close to endless...
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
United Residential Care HomeLocated in the unruffled town of Fremont, CA in Alameda County, United Residential Care Home is an outstanding senior care home that has thrived to provide the most relaxing and comfortable environment for its residents. The scenic community is located close to Alameda...
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Our facility is a residential care home for elderly that offers more personalized care. It’s a homelike atmosphere with private rooms. We also offer care for dementia/Alzheimer’s residents ambulatory and non-ambulatory.
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I like their friendliness and not just to the people who are staying their, but also to the families that are visiting. I can't think of anything to improve and we are happy overall with Green Gables.
Provides: Residential Care Home
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Green Gables Villa is a wonderful assisted living facility that is located in Union City, California. They offer residential living to the elderly in a family oriented neighborhood. The area is quiet and the residents are safe. Green Gables pride themselves in providing seniors with a very...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
In a residential area, Heritage Place offers a comfortable atmosphere where you or your loved one can relax and receive assistance. Our night staff is awake so that twenty-four hour assistance is available. Our residents do not have to worry about cooking and cleaning. We provide three...
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The community is kept very neat and clean and the staff is very friendly and helpful. The food is good and the take good care of my loved one. I would recommend this community to others based on my...
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
A & P Care Home is a senior care home in Fremont, California, located in Alameda County. As one of the most ethnically and diverse cities in the San Francisco Bay area, Fremont is well-known for its high ranking schools, clean and landscaped parks, and numerous recreational activities. This...
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Genny who runs Auswell Care Home is awesome. She always has a smile on her face and is on top of everything. This care home offers memory care. I have not tried the food but my mom seems happy with it. They...
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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I'm very happy with Ageway. My mom has been there for a couple of years and I have seen an improvement in her health and disposition. The facility is very clean and the staff is good about keeping my mom...
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
We are a 6-bed senior living facility located on quiet street in Union City, Ca. We have recently remodeled our facility and opened in April 2012. We look forward to answering any questions you may have and are excited to show our facility off.
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Mary Rose Brand Care is a senior residential care home located in the waterfront city of Foster City, CA and in San Mateo County. Foster City is located on the small peninsula surrounded by the San Francisco Bay waterway. The group home setting itself is just a short walk in both directions to...
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Welcome to Chestnut Manor ... An Independent Style of Living. Chestnut Manor is a 6 bed non-ambulatory board and care home for the elderly.At Chestnut Manor your loved ones will enjoy the experience of feeling independent while also knowing that all their living needs are being attended to. Our...
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I would rate each of them a 5!! I am extremely happy with my mom's care and facility. Staff is very attentive. They keep mom comfortable and clean. Facility is very clean too.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Ageway Boarding Care is an assisted living community located in the beautiful Union City, California area. Located just a few minutes from William Cann Neighborhood Park and Charles F. Kennedy Park makes our location a great resource. We pride ourselves in maintaining a reputable presence around...
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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It's extremely clean! And the staff is very professional while also being genuinely caring and empathetic. They're easy to get a hold of and very communicative The home itself is very comfortable and has a...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
You or your loved one can prevent most problems that come with old age through assisted living centers like Therese Care Home. This home care facility is located on a large lot in Union City, CA. It is surrounded by oak trees that are centuries old and many beautiful views of the nature. Therese...
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My aunt is doing fine with this community. It has been a good experience. They are caring for her well and I am pleased. They keep the facility very clean. The staff has been very great, they are very...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
A Happy Home A Happy Home is a residential care home located in Union City, California, located in Alameda County. Union City allows you to leave the noisy and fast paced city and slow down to a pace that is more comfortable for you, while enjoying wide open space, covered in lush green grass....
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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C&L Home for the Elderly is located just off Interstate I-880 in a charming little neighborhood. We are near shopping and many wonderful community activities. The upscale neighborhood is peaceful, safe, and sparkling. Our beautiful California licensed facility offers many home comforts for...

Cost of care homes in Santa Cruz, CA

The average cost of senior living in Santa Cruz is $4,281 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pleasure Point, CA with an average of $4,281 per month.

Residential care home costs in Santa Cruz, CA, vs. state and national averages

Santa Cruz, CA
$4,281/mo
U.S. national average
$5,079/mo

Residential care home costs in Santa Cruz, CA, vs. other senior living options

$6,964/mo
Residential Care Home
$4,281/mo

Residential care home costs in Santa Cruz, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,955/mo
Private
$4,946/mo

Senior living costs in Santa Cruz vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Santa Cruz, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSanta Cruz, CACaliforniaU.S.
Residential Care Home$4,281/mo$5,350/mo$5,079/mo
Assisted Living$6,221/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,964/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,777/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Residential Care Home
Santa Cruz, CA:$4,281/mo
California:$5,350/mo
U.S.:$5,079/mo
Assisted Living
Santa Cruz, CA:$6,221/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Santa Cruz, CA:$6,964/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Santa Cruz, CA:$3,777/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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What families are saying about residential care home in Santa Cruz

Recent reviews for residential care home in Santa Cruz

San Bruno Care Home

4.7
The gentleman I helped was there for two days before he passed away so I thought it was strange to have to pay for a whole month when he was only there for like 48 hours. I was not impressed with that. They were polite and seemed caring so that's why we chose it - there were nice people there.

Parkview Residential Care Home II in Sunnyvale, CA

4.8
I am very happy with the care that my mom is getting here. The community is nice and clean. We have been happy with the staff. The meals are fresh every day. My mom is offered activities. We recommend this community for excellent care and value for families

Gem's Senior Care in San Jose, CA

4.9
They're doing a great job. It's still new but I don't have a problem with anything so far. We looked at several homes before choosing Gems Senior Care, and noticed a real difference here. They have a lot of great activities, something for everyone. I really don't see any room for improvement ...
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