Residential Care Facility for the Elderly · Santa Cruz County

RCFEs in Santa Cruz, California

Santa Cruz has 5 licensed rcfes, ranging from 8 to 15 beds. Every home here is verified against California Department of Social Services records for Santa Cruz County.

Families in California typically pay $5,000 to $8,500 per month for a shared room and $6,500 to $11,000 for a private room. Estimate your cost or learn how rcfes work.

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Common questions about care homes in Santa Cruz

How many rcfes are in Santa Cruz, California?
Santa Cruz has 5 licensed rcfes in Santa Cruz County. Statewide, California licenses 6,585 small residential care homes.
How much does a rcfe in Santa Cruz cost?
Across California, a shared room in a small licensed care home typically runs $5,000 to $8,500 per month and a private room $6,500 to $11,000, based on 2026 Genworth Cost of Care Survey figures and operator data. The exact rate depends on care needs, so use our free cost estimator for a personalized figure.
Who licenses rcfes in Santa Cruz?
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division licenses and inspects every rcfe in Santa Cruz. You can verify any home's license status in the official state database before you tour.
What size are the care homes in Santa Cruz?
Homes in Santa Cruz are licensed for 8 to 15 residents, with a median of 12 beds. Small homes like these offer higher caregiver-to-resident ratios than large communities.
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