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- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,250 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,150–$6,900
- Home sizeLicensed for 14Mid-size care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitApril 28, 2026CDSS inspection record
Mariposa.Sc740.LLC is a mid-size care home in Santa Cruz — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 14 residents. Dementia care is not on file.
Built from CDSS public records · September 27, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.
Quick answers and the state record
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Mariposa.Sc740.LLC
Is Mariposa.Sc740.LLC licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Mariposa.Sc740.LLC licensed for?
14 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Mariposa.Sc740.LLC been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is Mariposa.Sc740.LLC still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Mariposa.Sc740.LLC cost?
$5,250 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,150–$6,900. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 homes with 7 to 49 beds and similar homes within 22 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Among 5 other homes of a similar licensed size in Santa Cruz that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,313 to $4,563 a month, and the middle figure is $3,800 (n = 5 other homes publishing a starting rate).
Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.
A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.
The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.
A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.
Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
Does Mariposa.Sc740.LLC take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license is held by Mariposa.Sc740.LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center of Santa Cruz is 1.6 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Mariposa.Sc740.LLC keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 5 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Mariposa.Sc740.LLC license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “MARIPOSA.SC740.LLC”, per the CDSS roster as of June 12, 2026.
- License #445203000. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed for 14 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed to Mariposa.Sc740.LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed: the year is not on file — the roster carries no first-license date for it. Ask: “When did this license start?”
- 3 state inspection visits on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is April 28, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
Can they support the care needed?
California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.
- Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 14 residents
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 5 residents
- BedriddenApproved · covers up to 1 resident
State licensing record · September 27, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.
Read the state’s own wording
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. APPROVED FOR 14 NON-AMBULATORY OR WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. BEDRIDDEN MAY RESIDE IN BDRM#'S 1, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9 OR 10. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR (5).
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 5 — care may continue at the end of life
Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”
State licensing record · September 27, 2026
4 more questions to ask the home
- Two-person transfers or a lift
Not on file
Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”
- Someone awake overnight
Not on file
Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”
- Medicines
Not on file
Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation not on file
Ask: “If memory loss develops, what would change — and when would a move be needed?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$5,250a month to start
Likely $4,150–$6,900
From 24 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,250a month
Likely $4,150–$7,050
With a shared room and basic help.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.
See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$5,250likely $4,150–$6,900
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 homes with 7 to 49 beds and similar homes within 22 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600
Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (45 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,000one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,000 (134 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $4,150–$7,050
- $5,250
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,950–$9,950
- $7,250
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
- Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
- Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
- SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
- VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
- Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
- MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
- The care level
Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.
- What is billed separately
Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.
- Move-in costs
A one-time community fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.
- Increases
California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.
- What is the full monthly cost for the room and care we need, and what does it include?
- What would the next care level cost, and who decides when it changes?
- What is billed separately, and is there a one-time fee or deposit at move-in?
- Is any private-pay period required before another payment program can begin?
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 homes with 7 to 49 beds and similar homes within 22 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
24 homes like this within 22 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,400–$5,500.
- Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
- Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
- Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
- Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
- We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
- It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
Show the 24 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Twin Lakes ManorSanta Cruz · 0.7 mi · Mid-size home$4,250Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Paradise Assisted CareSanta Cruz · 1.1 mi · Mid-size home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Valley Haven IIISanta Cruz · 1.2 mi · Mid-size home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Hanover Guest HomeSanta Cruz · 1.4 mi · Mid-size home$2,750Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- The Maple HouseSanta Cruz · 1.6 mi · Mid-size home$5,500Listed on AssistedLiving.com · seen September 9, 2026
- Seaview Guest HomeAptos · 4.3 mi · Small home$4,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Rachelle's Home IFreedom · 12 mi · Mid-size home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Bonhomie ISan Jose · 19 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Harmonie HomeSan Jose · 19 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Silicon Valley Senior Care HomeSan Jose · 20 mi · Small home$3,600Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Camden Senior LivingSan Jose · 20 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Friendship HouseSan Jose · 20 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Roxbury Elderly CareLos Gatos · 20 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Mina's Elderly Care Home @ VasonaLos Gatos · 20 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Bed of Roses Residential Care HomeCampbell · 21 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sandy's Residential Care HomeSan Jose · 21 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Villa VerdeSan Jose · 21 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Pendar's Residential CareSan Jose · 21 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Palm Villas, CampbellCampbell · 21 mi · Mid-size home$6,400Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Princess Care Home #4San Jose · 21 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Juliette's Gardens (Rose)San Jose · 21 mi · Small home$4,100Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Mayflower Care HomeSan Jose · 21 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Princess LodgeCampbell · 21 mi · Mid-size home$5,700Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Jessie Court Care HomeSan Jose · 21 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 740 17Th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062Address from the public record · September 27, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
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The state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. Here are the dated documents and the state’s own words, beside what is typical for homes this size.
Since 2026, the state has filed 3 documents for this home, and its records count 3 visits. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated April 28, 2026.
- On file since
- 2026
- State visits
- 3
- Most recent visit
- April 28, 2026
Beside homes the same size
- Type A citations0typical 0
- Type B citations0typical 0
- Substantiated allegations0typical 0
- Total complaints0typical 1
“Typical” is the statewide median across the 327 licensed mid-size homes (7–15 beds) in the state record — larger, longer-licensed homes accumulate more visits and reports, so compare like with like. One complaint can contain several allegations.
The last 36 months — 3 of 3 documents
Apr 28, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Marcella Tarin conducted an announced pre-licensing inspection to follow up on corrections to be resolved by 4/24/2026. LPA met with Applicant Carlos Castro. LPA stated the purpose of the visit. The facility does not have any residents. During today's visit, LPA measured the water temperature in 10 residents bathrooms, with a range from 108.6 F to 114.2 F. LPA observed lights fixtures in Bedrooms 9 and 10 to be functioning properly when tested by the Applicant. LPA observed the following posters in the facility hallways Licensing Complaint Poster, emergency telephone numbers, personal rights, resident council rights and facility sketch. LPA observed the facility's 2 exterior perimeter gates to no longer be locked with a keypad. LPA observed the gates to be latched, and functioned properly when tested by the Applicant. Pre-Licensing corrections have been resolved. Pre-Licensing is now complete. Component III orientation was completed with Applicant. No issues noted during this pre-licensing inspection. LPA observed the facility is ready to be licensed. However, this report will be submitted to the Centralized Application Bureau (CAB) and a final review of the application will be conducted. This facility is not yet licensed and is subject to final approval by CAB. Additional requirements may still be required. This report was reviewed with Applicant Carlos Castro and a copy of the report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 28, 2026
Apr 9, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Marcella Tarin conducted an announced pre-licensing inspection. LPA met with Applicant Carlos Castro. LPA stated the purpose of the visit. During visit, LPA toured the inside and outside of the facility to include the kitchen, dining, living room, 10 residents rooms, back and front of the facility. The facility has cameras located in the facility common areas and exterior of the facility. No bodies of water were observed. Facility temperature maintained at 69 F. LPA observed the facility to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair. Based on the facility fire clearance, the facility is approved for a capacity of 14, with 13 NON-AMBULATORY of which 1 may be BEDRIDDEN. Bedridden or non-ambulatory residents can occupy the following rooms: 1, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10. All exit and passage ways were free and clear of obstruction. LPA observed a nonperishable food supply of 7 days and a perishable food supply of 2 days. LPA observed sharp supplies in a locked box in the kitchen. Fire extinguisher was inspected on 8/4/2025. The facility fire protection system was inspected on 11/26/2025 by a third party agency and passed inspection. The fire protection system functioned properly when tested by the Applicant. LPA observed medications would locked in a hallway closet inaccessible to residents in care. LPA toured 10 Resident bedrooms. LPA observed Bedroom 1 to have personal belongings. Applicant stated he was currently residing in the room. Bedrooms 1, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 have an exit doorway leading out to the exterior of the facility. LPA observed in Bedrooms 9 and 10, the light flickered when turned on. Page 1 of 3 Applicant stated he would replace the light fixtures to ensure they are working properly and not flicker. The facility does not have any staff bedrooms. LPA toured resident bathrooms and observed the bathrooms to have functioning lights, covered trash bins, and hand soap. LPA measured water temperature in 10 resident bathrooms with a range from 73.4 F to 109 F (1 bathroom water temperature reached 109 F briefly-Bathroom #2). LPA advised Applicant to have the facility water heaters inspected due to the water temperature not within range from 105 F to 120 F (87303 Maintenance and Operation). Applicant stated understanding and would have the water heaters inspected. LPA observed the facility's laundry room with a washer, dryer. The laundry room is locked and inaccessible to residents in care. The laundry room is located across from Bedrooms 5 and 6. LPA also observed toxins secured in locked cabinets in the laundry room. LPA did not observe the following posters to include the Licensing Complaint Poster, emergency telephone numbers, personal rights, resident council rights and facility sketch. LPA advised Applicant to ensure the above mentioned posters were posted in the facility as noted in HSC.1569.33(h)(2), HSC1569.267, and HSC1569.157. Licensee stated understanding. LPA observed monitoring devices are in place at the facility front and back door, which play an auditory sound when a facility door is opened, which can be heard throughout the facility. Applicant stated he would be installing additional alarms on all facility doors that play an auditory sound when opened. LPA observed the facility to have 2 locked (keypad) exterior perimeter gates. LPA advised Applicant that the 2 locked exterior perimeter gates were a safety concern, and the keypads needed to be removed. Licensee stated understanding, and stated he would remove the keypads and ensure the perimeter gates were not locked. LPA advised Applicant perimeter fences with locked gates shall not substitute for trained staff in sufficient numbers to meet the care and supervision needs of all residents. Applicant stated understanding. LPA observed dark spots on the ceiling in the facility kitchen pantry. Applicant stated he would have the area cleaned. Page 2 of 3 LPA observed 2 sheds on the side of the facility. The sheds were locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Applicant unlocked sheds and LPA observed gardening supplies in the sheds. LPA also observed wooden pallets, granite tiles, gardening supplies and buckets in the facility backyard. Applicant stated these items were going to be removed, placed in the sheds or thrown away. Applicant states he will be using his personal vehicle to transport residents, until additional vehicles are purchased. Pre-Licensing is incomplete with corrections to be resolved by 4/24/2026. A follow up Pre-licensure LIC809 will be generated upon resolution of corrections. Areas of corrections were discussed during today's visit with the applicant, which included the facility physical plant. No deficiencies were cited per California Code of Regulations, Title 22. An exit interview was conducted with Applicant Carlos Castro and a copy of this report was provided. Page 3 of 3 END OF REPORTthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 9, 2026
Mar 18, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Office
Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: Initial Capacity: 14 Interview Method: Telephone interview On 3/18/2026, applicant/administrator participated in COMP II. Identification of the applicant / administrator was verified through interview questions based on photo ID and other identifying personal information. During COMP II, applicant / administrator confirmed that they have read and understand community care facility licensing laws included in the Health and Safety Codes and the California Code of Regulations Title 22. Signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID have been obtained. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant/Administrator’s understanding of following areas: 1. Facility operation: License type, client/resident populations, and program 2. Admission Policies 3. Staffing requirements & Training 4. Restrictive/Prohibited Health Conditions 5. General provisions 6. Emergency Preparedness 7. Complaints & Reporting 8. Pre-licensing readinessthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 18, 2026
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Life here
Rooms, meals, the rhythm of a day, faith and language, pets and house rules — as the home describes them. Tap any detail for its source and date; nothing here is graded.
The home has not described daily life anywhere we have reviewed yet — that is the case for most small homes, and it says nothing about the home. These questions fill in the picture; keep the ones that matter to you.
Before you call
Ask every home the same questions — the state’s record does not answer these. Keep the ones that matter and they travel with your saved homes.
- What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
- Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
- Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
- What could change whether someone can stay here?
- Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?
Other homes nearby
The nearest licensed homes in Santa Cruz County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
Maple House II
Santa Cruz · Mid-size home · 0.4 mi away
$4,200 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Live in Serenity
Santa Cruz · Mid-size home · 0.5 mi away
$4,300 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Twin Lakes Manor
Santa Cruz · Mid-size home · 0.7 mi away
$4,250 a month to start · Listed by the home
Paradise Assisted Care
Santa Cruz · Mid-size home · 1.1 mi away
$3,800 a month to start · Listed by the home
Valley Haven III
Santa Cruz · Mid-size home · 1.2 mi away
$3,500 a month to start · Listed by the home
Hanover Guest Home
Santa Cruz · Mid-size home · 1.4 mi away
$2,750 a month to start · Listed by the home