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Sunshine Villa Assisted Living And Memory Care
Santa Cruz, CaliforniaState inspected Jul 9, 2026, 17 citations since 2022
About Sunshine Villa Assisted Living And Memory Care
Sunshine Villa brings personalized assisted living to Santa Cruz, California, where seniors receive attentive care tailored to their individual needs. Our compassionate team supports daily living activities while encouraging independence and meaningful connections within our community.
Community at a glance
Capacity
132 residents
State license
#445202756, Licensed
Location
Santa Cruz, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
80 Front Street, Santa Cruz, California 95060
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Sunshine Villa Assisted Living And Memory Care. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Sunshine Villa Assisted Living And Memory Care on July 9, 2026.
Since July 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 4 routine inspections, 26 complaint visits and 15 other visits.
Inspectors issued 10 Type A citations and 7 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 20 complaints, and found 9 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Jul 9, 2026
Routine inspections
4
Type A citations
10
Type B citations
7
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 26 | 4 | 5 |
| Other visits | 15 | 6 | 2 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Jul 9, 2026, Jul 28, 2025, Jul 18, 2024, Jul 20, 2022.
Complaints
- July 9, 20263 unsubstantiated
- July 9, 20263 unsubstantiated
- May 14, 20261 allegation substantiated, 2 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- April 24, 20261 unsubstantiated
- April 24, 20261 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- April 24, 20261 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- April 13, 20261 allegation substantiated, 3 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- April 13, 20261 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- January 15, 20263 unfounded
- January 15, 20262 unsubstantiated, 1 unfounded
- October 7, 20251 allegation substantiated, 2 unfounded, 1 citation
- March 20, 20251 unsubstantiated
Showing the 12 most recent of 20.
- 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
- 445202756
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 132 residents
- Licensed since
- July 30, 2020
- Licensee
- Mg Santa Cruz Subtenant Llc;merrill Gardens L.L.C.
- Administrator
- Bolin, Candace
Location
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80 Front StreetSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Sunshine Villa Assisted Living And Memory Care had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Sunshine Villa Assisted Living And Memory Care 10 Type A citations and 7 Type B citations since July 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 Sunshine Villa Assisted Living And Memory Care last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on July 9, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Sunshine Villa Assisted Living And Memory Care?+
The state investigated 20 complaints since July 2022. Of the allegations, 9 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 36 unsubstantiated and 6 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.