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Westwind Memory Care

160 Jewell St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Westwind Memory Care

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Westwind Memory Care in Santa Cruz offers luxury memory care support driven by a personalized and heartfelt approach to senior care. Everyday living at Westmind is about creating connections and providing engaging experiences among community members. With the staff’s unwavering support and commitment to Alzheimer’s and dementia, residents are guaranteed to feel respected, engaged, and secure in professional hands. Seniors will embrace premier memory care living within a nurturing atmosphere guided by family-like treatment.

At Westwind, residents will navigate a new chapter of dealing with memory loss while maintaining purposeful living. Their exclusive programs, curated for each individual’s holistic wellness, take a compassionate and dignified approach. Residents will immerse themselves in recreational activities, social engagements, ADLs, memory care training, and ADLs that foster a stimulating atmosphere vital for growth.

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Bed community size
59-bed community Rank #1092 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1092nd out of 1657 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
8 years in operation Rank #738 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 738th out of 1487 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 55 / 100 Rank #1215 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1215th out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
93%
Rank #238 / 1537Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 238th out of 1537 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1537. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
55 / 59
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceDecember 13, 2017
CountySanta Cruz
RCFE Number445202597

Ownership & Operating Entity

Westwind Memory Care is legally operated by Seasons Mgt; Sm Santa Cruz Memory; Amv Capital Grp, and administered by Steven Silacci.

Safety & Compliance

Secured Perimeter

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Enclosed Courtyard
Secured Community
Cozy Common Areas
Therapy Kitchens
Relaxing Lounges
Special Activity Spaces
Whirlpool Spa
Restaurant-Style Dining
Assistance With Activities Of Daily Living
Transportation To Group Outings
Physical
Occupational
And Speech Therapy Available Onsite
Referrals For Move-In Assistance
Podiatrist Onsite Once A Month
24-Hour Emergency Maintenance
Monthly Support Group For Families
ActivitiesActivities 7 days a week
Specific ProgramsLife Enrichment program activities

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionRestaurant-style dining with fresh and delicious meals.

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 6 citations 33 total visits 27 complaint visits 3 official inspections 20 complaint investigations
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.

12 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #1119 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1119th out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. Inspection score: 69 out of 100. Letter grade D+. 12 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 4 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% above)
• Total visits (106% above)
• Complaint visits (108% above)
• Complaint investigations (100% above) 6 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (40% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (50% below)
• Citations per year (40% below)
• Citations per inspection (94% below)
• Other visits (57% below)
• Official inspections (25% below)
Latest Inspection December 15, 2025

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 610 This facility has 40% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 40% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 43 This facility has 33% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 33% worse Rank #828 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 828th out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 24 This facility has 50% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 1.22 This facility has 40% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.2 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 40% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.23.3 This facility has 94% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.2 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 94% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 3316 This facility has 106% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (33 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 106% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 2713 This facility has 108% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (27 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 108% worse Rank #1230 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1230th out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 37 This facility has 57% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 57% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 34 This facility has 25% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 2010 This facility has 100% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (20 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 100% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on December 15, 2025, found the facility clean, safe, and in good repair with no deficiencies cited.
  • The facility had substantiated deficiencies in October 2023 for unsecured medications and failure to follow hospice care plans, posing immediate safety risks.
  • Multiple complaint investigations from 2024 to 2025 found allegations unsubstantiated despite recurring themes of staff training, communication, and resident care concerns.
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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 330 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio

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Building Type: Two-story

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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Santa Cruz's city center to Westwind Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 13.48 miles to nearest hospital (Watsonville Community Hospital)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Westwind Memory Care

What neighborhood is Westwind Memory Care in?

Westwind Memory Care is in the Professional & Administrative Zone neighborhood of Santa Cruz.

Who is the owner of Westwind Memory Care?

The legal owner and operator of Westwind Memory Care is Seasons Mgt; Sm Santa Cruz Memory; Amv Capital Grp.

Is Westwind Memory Care in a walkable area?

Westwind Memory Care has a walk score of 55. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Westwind Memory Care?

Westwind Memory Care's occupancy is 93%.

Who is the administrator of Westwind Memory Care?

Steven Silacci is the administrator of Westwind Memory Care.

How many beds does Westwind Memory Care have?

Westwind Memory Care has 59 beds.

Has Westwind Memory Care had any recent citations?

Westwind Memory Care has had 6 recently reported citations.

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