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Dominican Oaks

3400 Paul Sweet Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

Independent Living Assisted Living
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(800) 780-8101

To Reach a Resident

(831) 462-6257

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $4,124
One Bedroom
Estimated $5,195
Two Bedroom
Estimated $6,389

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $5,086
  • Average State Price: $4,162
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Dominican Oaks Description

    Dominican Oaks is a beautiful 206-apartment retirement community quietly nestled in the redwoods but just 4 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and only 3 miles to put your feet in the sands of Capitola by the Sea.
    Residents experience a quality lifestyle while receiving the unique comforts of congregate living.

    For pricing & availability call (800) 780-8101


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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Community Reviews

    9.6
    Dominican Oaks
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 37 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 3 out of 11 communities in Santa Cruz
  • Ranking in State: 384 out of 3259 communities in CA
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Residents and visitors alike have shared overwhelmingly positive experiences about living in and visiting this senior living community. Highlights include:

    • Long-term satisfaction with residents enjoying their apartments, the community, and the plethora of activities available for over a decade.
    • Appreciation for the wonderful staff, delicious food, and the overall pleasant atmosphere.
    • Recognition of the community's safety, health standards, and the ease of access to amenities and dining options.
    • Commendations on the beautiful and well-maintained property, including lovely outdoor spaces and spacious rooms.
    • Positive remarks on the community's location, describing it as a very nice area with no dull moments for active seniors.
    • Special mention of the excellent customer service, hospitality, and leadership within the community, making it a highly recommended place for seniors by professionals in senior care.
    • Comments on the community being a great place to work, indicating a positive environment not just for residents but for staff as well.

    Overall, the community is described as a beautiful, caring, and wonderful retirement community, highly regarded for its staff, residents, and peaceful grounds. It stands out as a top choice for senior living in Santa Cruz.


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    Health

    Wellness Program

    Medical Center

    Podiatrist

    Massage Therapy


    Services

    Weekly Limited Laundry Service

    Weekly Housekeeping

    Maintenance of Apartment and Grounds

    Weekly Housekeeping and Laundry Service

    Paid Utilities


    Activities

    Activities and Social Events

    Indoor Community Event and Activity Rooms

    Social and Recreation Areas

    Pool Table & Ping Pong

    Shuffleboard and Putting Green

    Social & Cultural Events


    Community Amenities

    24-Hour Staffing

    Hair and Nail Salon

    Fitness and Exercise Alcoves

    Laundromats for Resident Use

    Library & Bookmobile

    Technology Center


    Room Amenities

    Apartment Home Maintenance

    Utilities & Basic Cable

    Emergency Call System

    Kitchenette

    Refrigerator

    Private Patio


    Dining

    Three Meals per Day

    Full Service Dining Room

    Private Dining Room

    Signature Senior Dining Experiences

    Executive Chef

    Three Homemade Meals per Day


    Transportation

    Scheduled Transportation

    Permit & Covered Parking

    Scheduled Local Transportation

    Group Transportation


    Pet

    Small Pets Welcome



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Live Oak which is 0.6 miles away and has a population of 17,158 (small town).
    • The average income is $126,401, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 72
      • Low Temperature: 54
      • Average Temperature: 63.3
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 74 days of rain and 290 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.1 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 81.41 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 170.0, Moderate Days 11.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Live Oak Super
    1.1 miles away
    Safeway
    1.2 miles away
    Trader Joe's
    1.2 miles away
    Grocery Outlet
    1.4 miles away
    Staff of Life
    1.6 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Dominican Hospital
    0.2 miles away
    Soquel Drive & Mission Drive
    0.2 miles away
    Soquel Drive & Paul Sweet Road
    0.3 miles away
    Soquel Drive & Thurber Lane
    0.3 miles away
    Soquel Drive & Chanticleer Avenue
    0.4 miles away

    Banks

    Rabobank
    0.2 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    0.3 miles away
    Santa Cruz Community Credit Union
    1.1 miles away
    Bay Federal Credit Union
    1.3 miles away
    Citibank
    1.4 miles away

    Hospitals

    Dominican Hospital
    0.0 miles away
    Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center
    0.4 miles away
    Santa Cruz Post Acute Rehab
    1.0 miles away
    Doctors on Duty
    3.4 miles away
    Watsonville Community Hospital
    11.3 miles away

    Pharmacies

    KindPeoples
    0.4 miles away
    Capitola Healing Association
    0.5 miles away
    Santa Cruz Veterans Alliance
    0.8 miles away
    Walgreens
    1.3 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    1.6 miles away

    Dentists

    Joseph S Kim, DDS
    1.8 miles away
    Santa Cruz Pacific Dental
    2.1 miles away
    Opal Cliffs Professional Building
    2.2 miles away
    Western Dental
    2.3 miles away
    Dr. Alan Heit, DDS
    2.7 miles away

    Parks

    DeLaveaga Park
    0.2 miles away
    yes
    0.3 miles away
    Arana Gulch Creek / Brookwood Drive
    0.3 miles away
    Winkle Farm Park
    0.4 miles away
    Rodeo Creek Gulch
    0.6 miles away

    Places of Worship

    San Jose Quaker Meeting House
    24.3 miles away
    Trinity Cathedral
    24.4 miles away
    The First Unitarian Church of San José
    24.5 miles away

    Shopping

    Capitola Mall
    1.3 miles away
    Walt Eller Center
    2.2 miles away
    Old Town Center
    15.9 miles away
    Princeton Plaza
    18.1 miles away
    Westfield Oakridge
    19.1 miles away

    Culture

    Santa Cruz Shakespeare
    0.7 miles away
    Rio Theatre
    1.7 miles away
    Market Street Theater
    2.1 miles away
    Scandinavian Cultural Center
    2.2 miles away
    Broadway Playhouse
    2.3 miles away

    Restaurants

    Erik's DeliCafé
    0.2 miles away
    Sunset's
    0.3 miles away
    Upper Crust Pizza & Pasta
    0.5 miles away
    El Chino
    0.5 miles away
    The Jerk House
    0.5 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of CA. It is a large-sized community with 142 total beds.

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