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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Watsonville nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Watsonville, CA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

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44 Floor plans available
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Sunrise Sunnyvale was fantastic. Great compassionate care for the 10 days our mother was there. Prompt refund on the rent according to the terms. Lovely staff. Excellent food (which mom didn't eat, but my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
About Sunrise of SunnyvaleCommunity & Location Highlights:Convenient location in beautiful Sunnyvale, CANear El Camino HospitalRooftop garden with stunning views of the surrounding regionConvenient access via Highways 85, 101, 880 and 280Minutes from Sunnyvale Town Center, featuring Macy's...
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55 Floor plans available
9.9
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My mom has had a great experience at Cogir. The staff’s caring and attentive and the activities are just enough. The community has rules that reinforce inclusiveness and belonging which is critical for a new...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cogir of Fremont Senior Living Community is an independent and assisted living community in Fremont, California. Our luxurious and active community is ideally situated in a residential area of the city, giving residents all the comforts of a small town near the amenities of a large city....
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77 Floor plans available
9.6
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The staff in general helpful and professional and kind. We chose Belmont over others places because the staff connected well with my brother and I immediately.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Belmont Village of San Jose, California is located in a city that is renowned for its quality of life, beautiful climate, and variety of exciting cultural, recreational, educational and entertainment opportunities. The facility is ideally situated directly across the street from the famed...
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33 Floor plans available
9.6
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44 reviews
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It took a long time to find the right place for my 72 year old husband who was recently diagnosed with dementia. Because I live in a different state than him it was even more difficult. Brookdale was...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Safety They Deserve, Peace of Mind You CraveIf you are struggling with the idea of transitioning your loved one’s care to someone else, we know what you’re going through. While the decision may not be an easy one, your heart is in the right place. Here at our memory care community in Fremont,...
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9.5
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The staff, every single one of them, are caring, dedicated, mindful, wonderful individuals. They all know each community member. The facility is kept extremely clean and safe. The food is great. I missed...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Madonna Gardens, we give our residents the freedom to live the life they want with the peace of mind that comes with knowing helping hands are never far away. An inspired blend of modern convenience and care makes Madonna Gardens a place where the entire community can easily interact, enjoy...
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9.5
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50 reviews
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Even though the monthly rate for a room in the memory section of Westmont seems high, the administrative staff reassessed my mom after the first month and adjusted her from a level 2 to a level 1. A savings...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Westmont of Morgan Hill is an assisted living community located in Morgan Hill, CA, in Santa Clara County and home to about 38,000 people. An area considered to be part of Silicon Valley, Morgan Hill has relaxing parklike settings, shops, stores, restaurants and new homes. Residents will be able...
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9.5
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Staff is very friendly! They have been very good about communicating issues and concerns with my parents health. They make a conscious effort to know their residents and families
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sunrise Villa San Jose in beautiful San Jose, California is an independent and assisted living community which also specializes in the care of dementia.It would be difficult to imagine a more perfect setting for making the most of one's senior years than at Sunrise Villa San Jose in the upscale...
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The facility is more homey than some of the more modern facilities and my dad appreciated that environment. The front desk staff was very friendly. The nursing staff was also very caring and easy to contact...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
It feels like home.By choosing Pacific Gardens a family is assured that their loved one is well taken care of in a clean, comfortable home-like community. Pacific Gardens provides residents with nutritious fresh food, features engaging activities, and takes pride in their caring and competent...
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My mom was there for a 30 day respite stay. She said the staff was wonderful and very nice, quick to respond to any needs or questions she had. Management was also very responsive to any questions I had...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Atria Sunnyvale is a welcoming assisted living community in a lovely, quiet neighborhood situated close to downtown Sunnyvale, California. Residents and their families can enjoy a stroll along winding walkways or relax in the beautifully landscaped courtyard. Or they may prefer to entertain...
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[names removed] were all extremely helpful in getting my mom settled into the Cottages. They made the admissions process go as smoothly as possible. It has been a huge relief for my sister and I to know...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
If you or a loved one is looking for the perfect place to rest and relax, then The Cottages of Carmel will offer you the best experience possibly if you are seeking memory or living care. Here at The Cottages of Carmel, we pride ourselves on giving your choices that will allow you to live your...
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77 Floor plans available
9.3
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*Lots of opportunities for socializing! #1! *Good classes for exercising *Overall positive vibe from the residents *Beautiful grounds *Fun happy hours *Holiday celebrating???????????? One complaint: I put...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Atria Willow Glen provides all the comforts of home in a resort-like community. Invite family and friends to enjoy a walk through courtyards with lush landscaping and koi ponds, or take an outing to nearby downtown San Jose. Atria Willow Glen offers easy access to shopping, banks, medical...
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The facility is in a very beautiful area where there are a lot of birds there are hawks bluebirds wrens robins, finches, and hummingbirds right here. I've seen, dear And one time a bobcat There's a very nice...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Atria Evergreen Valley provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. In choosing this community, our residents...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Fremont Hills Assisted Living. We are proud to be Fremont's premier Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Fremont Hills Assisted Living is where residents can enjoy life and their families can have peace of mind, knowing that their loved ones are being cared for with dignity and...
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All of these facilities are at max capacity and I know the staff does the best they can for the amount of residents they have in memory care. Over all I'm pleased with there efforts in memory care facility...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At our community, you can do more of what you love.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our retirement community with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. Here it’s all about choices—your...
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Staff is very friendly. People are complaining about how repetitive the menu is since [name removed] left. I would like to add to my review about pricing. Although the rent fees are very reasonable, the cost...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Merrill Gardens at Gilroy is a gated senior community set on a tranquil five-acre tract near downtown Gilroy. Enjoy a plethora of relaxing activities and attractions — art and food festivals, boating, hiking areas, golf and shopping. The team provides a high level of services, including diabetic...
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My mother likes to tend to plants & flowers. Other places were just enclosed bldgs. It's more of Senior Living facility than Assisted Living; although, they definitely have Care options. It's a vibrant...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
BridgePoint at Los Altos is a full-service independent and assisted living community with a monthly rental in the residential neighborhood of Los Altos. Studio, alcove studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments feature a patio or balcony for relaxing and taking in the beautiful oak and fruit...
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77 Photos available
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9.0
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What we like the most about Oakmont of San Jose is the friendliness, good communication with me, lovely environment. We would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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The menu's need a variety of choices. Plus change out the menus. We only see the same things over & over. It was the location that made me choose this one.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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77 Floor plans available
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The person who originally signed us up was lovely and most others are very pleasant. The 4 for activities is because my husband, who has advanced dementia, has no interest in them. But others look like...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
•Personalized assisted living and memory care services•Set in the heart of Silicon Valley, Within easy reach of downtown Sunnyvale, upscale boutiques, restaurants, and parks.•Elegant studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites•Included services: three meals per day, weekly housekeeping, weekly...
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It's location and the alcoves of small places for sitting, reading, and views. It is a beautiful building. Oh, the other thing, is the ability for the residents to have as much independence as possible. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community is a beautiful community located in the center of all the action. We are within walking distance of the Santa Cruz Wharf, beach and boardwalk. Our beautiful building has a charming personality—and a fascinating past—all its own. Sunshine Villa, A...
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22 Floor plans available
8.9
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76 reviews
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She's at Brookdale San Jose now. And loving it. Brookdale has a large community, lots of activities and social events, and is conveniently surrounded by many retail shops, restaurants and grocery stores
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Experience the Good LifeWhile we are a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in San Jose, California, you might get the impression you stumbled upon a family reunion when you show up on our doorstep for the first time. Our team will greet you with warm smiles and you’ll hear the sound of...
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1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.8
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33 reviews
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We chose Brookdale Scotts Valley because of the location, price and the overall feel of the facility. The staff is caring and responsive to a variety of needs.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Fewer Chores, More FunDo you want to experience a retirement rich in exciting events, activities and programs and free from the burden of household chores like cooking, cleaning, laundry and yard work? If that sounds like something you want for your life, we have good news. Your dream retirement...
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1313 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.7
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50 reviews
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50 reviews
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The previous management team was somewhat disorganized but Ivy Park is trying to improve on that. Sometimes the food is too salty which is not good for seniors.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Westmont of Milpitas offers a wide spectrum of senior living and care on one campus. Moving into one of California's premier senior living communities means that you do not have to leave us as your personal support needs change. Whether you enjoy the carefree retirement setting of a 55+ Active...
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1414 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.7
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22 reviews
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My first year, the fees were raised 27%. That was totally level of care, cost per point (their cost system) and rent for room. It was quite a lot to accept all at once and will shorten the time until my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Make yourself at home at Sunrise Villa Salinas in Salinas, California. Nestled in the gorgeous Salinas Valley, Sunrise Villa Salinas distinctive architecture and design combines elegance with the warm, inviting comforts of home. A central courtyard features a breathtaking garden and landscaped...
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Photo of Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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59 reviews
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59 reviews
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My loved one was previously a resident at Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen and the overall experience was good. The cleanliness was great. The friendliness, staff and meals were all good. The value for cost...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Cost of nursing homes in Watsonville, CA

The average cost of senior living in Watsonville is $6,107 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hollister, CA with an average of $3,970 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Watsonville, CA vs. nearby cities

Watsonville, CA
$6,107/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Watsonville, CA vs. the state and national average

Watsonville, CA
$6,107/mo
U.S. national average
$4,797/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Watsonville vs. other types of senior living

$6,122/mo
Nursing Homes
$6,107/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Watsonville, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,272/mo
Studio
$7,440/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,221/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,368/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,770/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Watsonville over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Watsonville

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Watsonville

Golden Heritage Living in San Jose, CA

5.0
This place is an excellent facility that specializes in the care of Chinese speaking people. It is well maintained and the staff is always ready to help. My mom lived there until she passed .

Ivy Park at Palo Alto

5.0
From the looks of our visits, my mom is experiencing a good, new lifestyle. She has made the transition just fine. We are getting the doctor set up and I am familiar with the staff. They are great workers and I think the facility is great too. The manager, staff, nurses, are all very nice, all ...
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Ivy Park at Monterey

4.9
Our 98 year old mother moved into Ivy Park this past spring. She really enjoyed the lovely environment; her apartment, the facility and its’ grounds. The staff members were all warm, kind, caring, patient and respectful. Our mother’s condition did fail after a few months due to her underlying ...
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Watsonville nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watsonville nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watsonville, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Watsonville nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Watsonville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Watsonville, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
51.1%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
19.7%
10.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
78.8%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80.3%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.5%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.6%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
79.6%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40.9%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.8%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Watsonville nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Watsonville Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Watsonville, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52.6%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.8%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.5%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Watsonville nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Watsonville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Watsonville, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.6%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
38%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.4%
3.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Watsonville nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Watsonville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Watsonville, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.6%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.4%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
31.4%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.9%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watsonville nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Watsonville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Watsonville, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
45.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.4%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.7%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.4%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.8%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.1%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
46%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
24.8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.3%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.5%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise of Sunnyvale, Cogir of Fremont Senior Living and Belmont Village San Jose are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Watsonville, California. See full list of communities.

There are 232 nursing homes facilities near Watsonville, California. See the full list.

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