Maple House
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Santa Cruz, CA

Maple House

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Santa Cruz, CA

Overview of Maple House

Maple House is a dedicated assisted living community in Santa Cruz, CA, that offers personal care and memory care. The community also promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring older adults can feel at home during their stay. Mealtime assistance, medication management, and mobility support are among the exceptional services dedicated to enriching residents’ living experiences. Through personalized care plans, residents receive high-quality care for their needs and preferences.

Social events, light physical activities, and various games provide residents with more opportunities to explore new interests and make friends. With spacious living areas and accessible communal spaces, residents can rest without hassles. Residents also have easy access to beaches and public transportation with its ideal location in Santa Cruz. This assisted living community is a trusted choice for senior living in California, especially with its high-quality services that aim to help older adults live to their potential in retirement.

Bed community size
22-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 92 / 100
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
50%
Rank #1319 / 1506Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1319th out of 1506 homes in California for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1506. 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.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
11 / 22
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceAugust 12, 2024
CountySanta Cruz
RCFE Number445202947

Ownership & Operating Entity

Maple House is legally operated by Divine Senior Care Inc., and administered by Ronnie Lising.

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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.

We don't publish a score for assisted living residences with fewer than three inspections on record. This would unfairly reward providers with limited inspection history or those that have not been operating long enough to be cited.

Inspection score unavailable

Not enough inspection history to generate a score.

Average score for California assisted living residences: B- 81/100

Inspection score not available. Not enough inspection history to score against the California benchmark.

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 2024 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (88% below)
• Complaint visits (100% below)
• Other visits (86% below)
• Official inspections (75% below)

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. 010 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% 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. 216 This facility has 88% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 88% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 013 This facility has 100% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 100% better
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 17 This facility has 86% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 86% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 14 This facility has 75% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 1.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Santa Cruz's city center to Maple House's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Santa Cruz

The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community
AL
MC
Santa Cruz (Beach & Boardwalk Commercial District)132Yes 93 594
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #1217 / 1388
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 3
Rank #1029 / 1160
5 79.5% Mg Santa Cruz Subtenant LLC And Merrill Gardens LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Valley Haven
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Santa Cruz (Live Oak)48Yes 56 954
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
12 56.3% Jesus & Josephine ArcillaPrivate Rooms
Maple House II
AL
MC
Santa Cruz (Yacht Harbor Manor)40No 74 931-
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #412 / 1160
1 57.5% Divine Senior Care IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Maple House
AL
MC
Santa Cruz (Seabright)22No 92 -1-
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
1 50.0% Divine Senior Care IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Alexandria Victoria
AL
HOS
MC
Santa Cruz (Banana Belt)13No 85 934
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #441 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
10 61.5% Ofelia Jony, IncPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Maple House is located in Santa Cruz, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
CA

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Maple House

What neighborhood is Maple House in?

Maple House is in the Seabright neighborhood of CA 95062.

Who is the owner of Maple House?

Maple House is legally operated by Divine Senior Care Inc., and administered by Ronnie Lising.

Is Maple House in a walkable area?

Maple House has a walk score of 92. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Maple House?

Maple House's occupancy is 50%.

Who is the administrator of Maple House?

Ronnie Lising is the administrator of Maple House.

How many beds does Maple House have?

Maple House has 22 beds.

Has Maple House had any citations?

Maple House has no reported citations according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

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