Valley Haven III
State licensed2266 Chanticleer Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Assisted Living
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
Paradise Assisted Care
Santa Cruz, CaliforniaState inspected Oct 1, 2026, 14 citations since 2022
About Paradise Assisted Care
Paradise Assisted Care provides compassionate assisted living for seniors in Santa Cruz, California, where experienced caregivers support daily activities while residents maintain independence and dignity. Our Santa Cruz community emphasizes personalized care, meaningful connections, and quality of life.
Community at a glance
Capacity
39 residents
State license
#445202851, Licensed
Location
Santa Cruz, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
2177 17th Ave, Santa Cruz, California 95062
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Paradise Assisted Care. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Paradise Assisted Care on October 1, 2026.
Since February 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 4 routine inspections, 20 complaint visits and 13 other visits.
Inspectors issued 8 Type A citations and 6 Type B citations. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
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 12 complaints, and found 4 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Oct 1, 2026
Routine inspections
4
Type A citations
8
Type B citations
6
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 20 | 2 | 1 |
| Other visits | 13 | 6 | 5 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Mar 25, 2026, Mar 21, 2025, Feb 22, 2024, Mar 23, 2023.
Complaints
- December 29, 202512 unsubstantiated
- November 7, 20251 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- July 11, 20253 unsubstantiated
- December 10, 20245 unsubstantiated, 2 unfounded
- October 18, 20242 allegations substantiated, 4 unsubstantiated, 2 unfounded, 1 citation
- October 18, 20243 unsubstantiated, 2 unfounded
- October 18, 20244 unsubstantiated
- October 18, 20243 unsubstantiated, 1 unfounded
- October 3, 20242 unsubstantiated, 2 unfounded
- August 16, 20241 unsubstantiated
- May 16, 20243 unsubstantiated, 2 unfounded
- August 24, 20221 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- 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
- 445202851
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 39 residents
- Licensed since
- March 30, 2022
- Licensee
- Paradise Assisted Care Corp.
- Administrator
- Christina Rivas
Location
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2177 17th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Paradise Assisted Care had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Paradise Assisted Care 8 Type A citations and 6 Type B citations since February 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 Paradise Assisted Care last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on October 1, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Paradise Assisted Care?+
The state investigated 12 complaints since February 2022. Of the allegations, 4 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 40 unsubstantiated and 11 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.