Westwind Memory Care
About Westwind Memory Care
Westwind Memory Care is a licensed residential care facility for the elderly in Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County, California, offering assisted living and memory care. Licensed for 59 residents. The monthly price shown is a Chapter estimate for this area and care level — the community can claim this listing and publish its verified pricing.
Last state inspection visit: August 13, 2026 · no citations in about five years
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Medi-Cal & Medicare
The Medi-Cal Assisted Living Waiver isn't offered in Santa Cruz County, and Medicare does not pay for assisted living.
State inspection record
For comparison, 28% of larger communities (7+ beds) in California have no Type A citations, and the typical one has 2 Type A citations and 3 Type B citations. Larger homes get visited and cited more often, so compare like with like, and read what each citation was for.
What these terms mean
- Type A citations are the most serious: a violation that poses an immediate or substantial risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
- Type B citations are less serious violations that could become a risk to residents if they aren't corrected.
- Substantiated: The state found the allegation was true.
- Not proven (inconclusive or unsubstantiated): There wasn't enough evidence to prove or disprove the allegation.
- Unfounded: The state found the allegation was false or couldn't have happened.
Read Westwind Memory Care's full inspection and complaint reports on the state's site · How to read a California inspection record
The facts
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Westwind Memory Care cost & FAQ
How much does Westwind Memory Care cost?
Westwind Memory Care's all-in monthly cost is estimated at about $7,000: base rent of about $5,600 plus a typical assisted living add-on of about $1,400. Expect a one-time community fee of around $3,000. This is an estimate based on Santa Cruz-area prices for this care level; Westwind Memory Care hasn't verified it yet, so confirm the current rate when you tour.
What does the monthly price at Westwind Memory Care include?
The all-in figure combines base rent (room, meals and basic services) with the typical care add-on for average needs. Care costs rise with the level of help a resident needs, so ask Westwind Memory Care for an assessment-based quote.
What type of care does Westwind Memory Care provide?
Westwind Memory Care is listed for assisted living, memory care. It holds California state license #445202597 and is licensed for up to 59 residents.
Does Westwind Memory Care accept Medi-Cal?
The Medi-Cal Assisted Living Waiver isn't available in Santa Cruz County, and Medicare does not pay for assisted living, so most residents here pay privately, sometimes with long-term care insurance or VA benefits.
Has Westwind Memory Care had any state citations or complaints?
In about the last five years of California Community Care Licensing records (as of October 27, 2026), the state visited Westwind Memory Care 23 times, most recently on August 13, 2026. It received no citations. The state investigated 15 complaints: 0 allegations were substantiated, 26 not proven and 5 unfounded. Read the full reports on the state's Care Facility Search before you decide.
How do I tour Westwind Memory Care?
Pick a time in the tour booker on this page and your request goes to Westwind Memory Care only. Chapter never sells your information, and you won't get calls from referral agents. You can also call the community directly at (831) 421-9100.
Compare prices nearby: senior living costs in Santa Cruz · 2026 California cost report