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Westwind Memory Care

160 Jewell Street, Santa Cruz, CA

Memory CareAssisted Living

4.58 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Westwind Memory Care

Westwind Memory Care is located on a charming street in an absolutely gorgeous part of Santa Cruz. Our community is a block away from the riverfront and park -- perfect for walks, sports, and picnics -- and upriver from the world famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. There is a medical center a quick 10-minute drive away should there be any need for urgent care services. Our home provides an array of amenities to make sure you are able to live your life to the fullest in a healthy and safe environment. Housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance on-site assures everyone has the time to lead their happiest and healthiest lives. Community Services Caring and qualified staff is available around the clock for residents’ immediate care needs. Our chef provides three nutritious meals per day with snacks in between. Specific dietary needs and preferences may be accommodated, just let us know what you need. Our clients are looked at as whole individuals here at Windsor Court and are given recurring wellness checks to follow their progress of needs. Medical care services in our home may include: Customized treatment plans Skilled dementia care Respite care stays Hospice care arrangements Around the clock security We look out for both your physical and mental health here, with stimulating activities coordinated in our community for all. Specific activities are curated for those with memory care issues. Living Options and Amenities We offer spacious private and semi-private ground floor rooms that have wheelchair accessible showers. Our home is equipped with emergency systems and secured nightly to ensure the safety of all residents. Common areas have plenty of seating available for residents to relax with a book or catch their favorite television shows with friends. Care Types Offered Westwind is licensed as a residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE) , which in the state of California refers to a housing arrangement chosen voluntarily by persons 60 years of age or over, or their authorized representative, where varying levels and intensities of care and supervision, protective supervision, or personal care are provided, based upon their varying needs, as determined in order to be admitted and to remain in the facility. RCFEs are also referred to as assisted living facilities and board and care facilities. Persons under 60 years of age with compatible needs may be allowed to be admitted or retained in an RCFE, if certain conditions are met. Related Links Dementia Behaviors Memory Care vs. Nursing Homes Respite Care

Family and resident feedback

4.5 out of 5 from 8 reviews

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★★★★★

Positive

It doesn't get much better than this

My mother was at Westwind Memory Care for 8 months, until her passing under hospice care. Please see my review of Westwind on Yelp for my full comments. In a nutshell, this place was fantastic. Highly recommended.

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David NielsenJune 3, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Westwind Memory Care

Staff is always available to talk to me. They are all so friendly and take very good care of my husband. Admin staff is amazing and so very supportive. They understand everything about my anxiety over placing my husband there, and have given me wonderful counseling. The food is very good; I always taste it first before giving it to my husband. I truly believe Westwind is the best in this area.

AnonymousMay 14, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Quality care

Staff is very attentive, very nice and interactive with residents. Residents are redirected if they become anxious. Residents are kept busy.

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AnonymousApril 15, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Recommended

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

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JoyceFebruary 7, 2024

★★★★

Positive

General Impressions of Westwind

The staff they did have at Westwind was very well trained and very compassionate. There just wasn't enough of them.

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anonymousJanuary 4, 2023

★★★★★

Positive

I would recommend to anybody

The staff members at Westwind just love my husband, he loves to dance and whenever the music comes on the ladies will come up and dance with him. We really appreciate all the interaction the residents and staff. It is a really nice big open area where our loved one can gather with everyone. The residents an wander all the way around the community safely. Everybody's room is along the outside walls. The center is open with a big sitting area and T.V. His room is always nice and clean, bed is always made and bathroom

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ElsieMay 17, 2022

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What we know from public sources

Care options
Memory Care, Assisted Living
Public price status
Not publicly found
Last source check
August 8, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Meals Provided
  • Professional Chef
  • No Sugar
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • International Cuisine
  • Vegan
  • Kosher
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Gluten-free
  • Anytime Dining
  • Organic
  • Guest Meals
  • Vegetarian
  • Private Dining Room

Health & wellness

  • Memory Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Incontinence Care
  • Medication Management
  • Non-Ambulatory Care

Services & convenience

  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Beautician
  • English
  • Spanish

Activities & engagement

  • Light Therapy Programs
  • Live Well Programs
  • Walking Club
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Wii Bowling
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Activities Off-site
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Forever Fit
  • Stretching Classes
  • Dances
  • Art Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Cooking Classes
  • Visiting Rabbi
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Holiday Parties
  • Gardening Club
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Birthday Parties
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Activities On-site

Outdoor spaces

  • Private Bath
  • Barber Shop
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Meeting Room
  • Beauty Salon
  • Outside Patio
  • Butterfly garden / Hummingbird garden
  • TV Lounge
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Piano or Organ
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Jacuzzi

Apartment & room features

  • Air Conditioned
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Fireplaces
  • Garden View
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

Official oversight

Inspection and quality records

Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”

Coverage last checked August 8, 2026.

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