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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Rio Del Mar, CA

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for assisted living in Rio Del Mar, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Rio Del Mar or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Rio Del Mar.

From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Rio Del Mar for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 15 assisted living facilities in the Rio Del Mar area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Santa Cruz, Watsonville or Aptos.

Rio Del Mar Assisted Living Facilities | 56 Reviews

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Last Updated: 2/21/25
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Average starting price of Assisted Living in Rio Del Mar, CA is $4,825/month. Learn more
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Average starting price $4,825/month
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Recent reviews of Assisted Living in Rio Del Mar, CA
Ivy Park at Salinas
5.0

Friendly staff, clean facility, and proactive. I would recommend to others. I picked this community because of the atmosphere and pricing.

Atria Willow Glen in San Jose, CA
5.0

My husband was at Atria for 2 yrs and loved it. He made many friends and enjoyed the community. The staff were wonderful, accommodating, and always made us feel welcome. We were nervous at first but now we know it was the best decision!

Bon Homie III Lena in San Jose, CA
4.1

The staff at Bon Homie is very nice. The facility is nicer than some others I've seen, but I kind of wish it was a little more for the money we're paying.

Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community

80 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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32 reviews

The facility is clean, attractive and in a nice location. Staff are bright, cheerful, friendly and helpful. Food is good and plentiful. The care my wife has received is outstanding, and she's happy. They...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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Westwind Memory Care

160 Jewell Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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5 reviews

Caring staff. Good housekeeping. Sometimes communication could be better. Overall, I would recommend Westwind Memory Care to others.

Provides: Memory Care
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The Westwind Memory Care assisted living community is located in the gorgeous city of Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County, California. This area is known for its natural beauty and its proximity to Monterey Bay. Seniors who love the water and all things nature will love the Santa Cruz atmosphere. The...

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Aegis of Aptos

125 Heather Terrace, Aptos, CA 95003

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I was very impressed by our tour with Aegis of Aptos. It is a really nice facility and they had a lot of things that they offered. I knew someone who was here and they had a great experience. Unfortunately I...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Aegis of Aptos is one of the Santa Cruz areas newest assisted living communities. Located just minutes from beautiful Monterey Bay, Aegis provides high quality assisted living services in a specially designed environment. Innovative programs, and high staffing ratios enable us to provide the...

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Paradise Villa

2177 17th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

About the communityWelcome to Paradise Villa Assisted Living and Memory Care. Our senior living community is pleasantly located in Santa Cruz, California, on 17th Avenue. We’re a dignified and affordable solution for families seeking assisted living care in the area. For over 40 years we’ve...

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Soquel Leisure Villa, Inc.

4101 Fairway Drive, Soquel, CA 95073

2 reviews
Provides: Assisted Living

Soquel Leisure Villa, Inc.Soquel Leisure Villa, Inc. is an assisted living community that is located in the town of Soquel, CA. Soquel is located in the Santa Cruz area. Living in Soquel you definitely get the small town feel but are still close enough to the big city lifestyle of the Santa Cruz...

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Capitola Manor

1098 38th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

1 review

nice staff, clean rooms, despite the drought, the yard was still pleasant.dining area was nice, and large kitchen looked good. still a bit high priced, but may be able to swing this place...

Provides: Assisted Living

Capitola ManorCapitola Manor is a uniquely beautiful and welcoming assisted living community nestled within Santa Cruz, CA. The landscaped community has much to offer in the way of being a home away from home. Trees and shrubs surround the property, which gives way to a peaceful and quiet setting...

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Valley Haven III

2266 Chanticleer Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Provides: Assisted Living

Valley Haven III

2266 Chanticleer Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Provides: Assisted Living

Santa Cruz Alzheimer's Association

1777 Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Provides: Memory Care

Santa Cruz Alzheimer's Association

1777 Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Provides: Memory Care

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Live In Serenity

1340 17th Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Provides: Assisted Living

The Chateau Guest Home is a quaint assisted living community located in the bustling city of Santa Cruz, CA. Santa Cruz is a beautiful seaside community with a lot of great amenities. It is also a tourist destination, making it an ideal location for an assisted living community, and that's why...

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Dominican Oaks

3400 Paul Sweet Rd., Santa Cruz, CA 95065

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1 review

I've lived here for two years and I am very pleased with my life here. The community is very friendly and supportive. There are many activities offered here to keep our bodies and minds busy. Many of the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living

Montecito Manor

311 Montecito Avenue, Watsonville, CA 95076

12 reviews

WHEN VISITING MY GRANDFATHER I WAS GREETED WITH A SMILE AND WAS DELIGHTED TO SEE HOW CLEAN THE FACILITY WAS. EVERYONE I PASSED HAD A SMILE AND WAS SUPER NICE MY GRANDFATHER LOOKED SO HAPPY AND WAS ENJOYING...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Montecito Manor Montecito Manor is an assisted living community located in the scenic mountainside town of Watsonville, Santa Cruz County, California. This residence is a specialized memory care center for seniors living with dementia and Alzheimer's. The center is near Flodberg Park and several...

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Maple House

410 Pennsylvania Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Provides: Assisted Living

The Mansion

1906 Glen Canyon Rd., Santa Cruz, CA 95060

1 review

I thouroughly enjoyed the Director's tour of the Mansion. It is the perfect facility for mom. Hopefully the family comes to their senses and does the right thing by placing her at the Mansion which is the...

Provides: Memory Care
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Cost of assisted living in Rio Del Mar, CA

The average cost of senior living in Rio Del Mar is 4,825 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hollister, CA with an average of 3,804 per month.

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What is assisted living?

Assisted living is long-term care for seniors who are generally active and independent, but who require increased supervision and help with some daily tasks. Staff can assist residents with activities of daily living like dressing, bathing, and medication management. Assisted living is also a good option for seniors seeking more socialization. Services and amenities in assisted living facilities often include:

  • Housekeeping
  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Help with personal care
  • Laundry
  • Social activities and outings
  • 24-hour emergency response
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Sunrise of San Mateo, Cogir of Fremont Senior Living and Sunrise of Sunnyvale are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Rio Del Mar, California. See full list of communities.

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