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State licensedAssisted Living
Westwind Memory Care
Santa Cruz, CaliforniaState inspected Aug 13, 2026, 2 citations since 2021
About Westwind Memory Care
Westwind Memory Care brings personalized assisted living to Santa Cruz, California, where experienced staff support residents with compassionate daily care. Our community understands that memory care requires patience, expertise, and genuine connection—qualities woven into everything we do for those navigating cognitive changes.
Community at a glance
Capacity
59 residents
State license
#445202597, Licensed
Location
Santa Cruz, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
160 Jewell Street, Santa Cruz, California 95060
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Westwind Memory Care. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Westwind Memory Care on August 13, 2026.
Since December 2021, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 3 routine inspections, 21 complaint visits and 2 other visits.
Inspectors issued 2 Type A 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 16 complaints, and found 2 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Aug 13, 2026
Routine inspections
3
Type A citations
2
Type B citations
0
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 21 | 2 | 0 |
| Other visits | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Dec 15, 2025, Dec 3, 2024, Dec 14, 2021.
Complaints
- December 15, 20251 unsubstantiated, 2 unfounded
- March 20, 20251 unsubstantiated
- January 7, 20252 unsubstantiated
- September 19, 20243 unsubstantiated, 2 unfounded
- September 19, 20241 unsubstantiated
- September 19, 20241 unsubstantiated
- September 19, 20245 unsubstantiated
- September 19, 20242 unsubstantiated
- September 19, 20241 unsubstantiated
- September 19, 20241 unsubstantiated
- September 19, 20243 unsubstantiated
- September 19, 20241 unsubstantiated, 1 unfounded
Showing the 12 most recent of 16.
- 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
- 445202597
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 59 residents
- Licensed since
- December 13, 2017
- Licensee
- Seasons Mgt; Sm Santa Cruz Memory; Amv Capital Grp
- Administrator
- Steven Silacci
Location
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160 Jewell StreetSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Westwind Memory Care had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Westwind Memory Care 2 Type A citations and 0 Type B citations since December 2021. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Westwind Memory Care last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on August 13, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Westwind Memory Care?+
The state investigated 16 complaints since December 2021. Of the allegations, 2 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 27 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.