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State licensedAssisted Living
Dominican Oaks
Santa Cruz, CaliforniaState inspected May 27, 2026, 5 citations since 2022
About Dominican Oaks
Dominican Oaks brings personalized assisted living to Santa Cruz, California, where residents receive the support they need while maintaining independence. Our compassionate team focuses on daily living assistance, medication management, and social engagement tailored to each person's unique requirements.
Community at a glance
Capacity
142 residents
State license
#440708773, Licensed
Location
Santa Cruz, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
3400 Paul Sweet Road, Santa Cruz, California 95065
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Dominican Oaks. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Dominican Oaks on May 27, 2026.
Since June 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 5 routine inspections, 4 complaint visits and 2 other visits.
Inspectors issued 5 Type B citations. A Type B citation means a potential risk if not corrected.
Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.
The state investigated 4 complaints, and substantiated none of the allegations.
Last visit
May 27, 2026
Routine inspections
5
Type A citations
0
Type B citations
5
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Other visits | 2 | 0 | 5 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on May 27, 2026, May 14, 2025, May 10, 2024, Jan 11, 2024, Jun 30, 2022.
Complaints
- February 6, 20264 unfounded
- January 22, 20254 unsubstantiated
- November 6, 20244 unsubstantiated
- November 6, 20243 unsubstantiated
- substantiated:
- the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
- inconclusive:
- the state could not prove or disprove it.
- unsubstantiated:
- it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
- unfounded:
- the state found it false or not possible.
License
- License number
- 440708773
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 142 residents
- Licensed since
- May 22, 1991
- Licensee
- Dominican Oaks Corporation
- Administrator
- Saulnier, Amy
Location
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3400 Paul Sweet RoadSanta Cruz, CA 95065
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Dominican Oaks had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Dominican Oaks 0 Type A citations and 5 Type B citations since June 2022. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Dominican Oaks last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on May 27, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Dominican Oaks?+
The state investigated 4 complaints since June 2022. Of the allegations, 0 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 11 unsubstantiated and 4 unfounded.
How much does assisted living cost?+
The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+
Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.
What's the difference from a nursing home?+
Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.