Watsonville, California
Montecito Manor
Assisted Living · Memory Care
311 Montecito Avenue., Watsonville, CA 95076
Montecito Manor in Watsonville, California provides assisted living and memory care services to a community of 85 residents.
- Licensed capacity
- 85 residents
Maximum licensed size, not current occupancy.
- Licensed since
- January 2013
License history may include previous operators.
State inspections
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No recent serious complaint findings
Complaint investigations · 3 years before our last check
- Type A citations
- 0
- Complaints with substantiated allegations
- 0
AI summary
Montecito Manor shows 1 Type A finding and 1 Type B finding across more than 13 years of operation, with no Type A or Type B citations in the past three years of inspections.
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- Track record — Over more than 13 years licensed for 85 residents, the community has accumulated just one Type A finding (the most severe citation class, involving resident safety or care) and one Type B finding (an administrative or paperwork-level issue), a light record given the scale and length of operation.
- Recent 3 years — The three most recent inspections (2024, 2025, and January 2026) produced zero Type A or Type B citations, and none of the nine complaint investigations in that window resulted in a substantiated allegation, indicating a clean and stable recent trajectory.
- Complaints — Forty-four allegations have been investigated over the licensed period with zero substantiated and only one unfounded, meaning nearly all inquiries were investigated and closed without a confirmed problem.
- Operating tenure — More than 13 years of continuous licensing gives this record real depth — four dated inspections plus nine recent complaint investigations provide a reasonably solid sample to judge consistency, particularly around life safety and resident care practices.
Source: California Department of Social Services (CDSS)
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- License number
- License #445202356
- License status
- Licensed
Full history on file
These totals cover the available license history, including older findings. Citation totals include inspections, complaint visits, and other visits.
- Inspection visits
- 4
- Complaint investigation visits
- 0
- Type A citations · most severe class
- 1
- Type B citations · administrative
- 1
- Substantiated allegations
- 0
Available reports · 15
Facility evaluation
Jan 12, 2026
Complaint investigation
Mar 8, 2025
Complaint investigation
Mar 8, 2025
Complaint investigation
Mar 8, 2025
Complaint investigation
Feb 2, 2025
1–5 of 15 reports
Monthly pricing
Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.
Assisted LivingStarting at$4,150 / mo
- Shared Rooms
- $4,150 / mo
- Private Rooms
- $5,150 / mo
- 1-Bedroom
- $6,950 / mo
Care & support
Daily Care Services
9 services
- Medication management
- 24-hour supervision
- Diabetes / insulin management
- Incontinence care
- Non-ambulatory care
- Activities of daily living (ADL) assistance
- Bathing & dressing assistance
- Wheelchair accessible
- Mobility assistance
Specialized Care
3 services
- Dementia care
- Respite / Short-term care
- Cognitive learning center
Memory Care
2 services
- Dementia-certified staff
- Specialized memory care activities
Daily life & programs
Spaces & services
Amenities
20 features
- Furnished units
- Emergency call system
- Pet Friendly
- Private bathroom
- Cable TV
- Kitchenette
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi / Internet
- Spa services
- Beauty salon / Barber
- Fireplace / Common fireplace
- Game room / Billiards
- Piano / Music room
- Movie theater / Media room
- Activity room
- Art studio / Craft room
- Library / Reading room
- Fitness center / Gym
- Housekeeping Included
- Laundry service / Dry cleaning
Outdoor Spaces
5 features
- Walking paths
- Garden / Courtyard
- Patio seating areas
- Outdoor common space
- BBQ / Grill area
Dining Options
5 features
- Choice menu
- Accommodates special diets
- Restaurant-style dining
- Professional chef
- All-day / Flexible meal times
Transportation
1 feature- Scheduled transportation
Family & Visitors
1 feature- Family support services
Community Services
2 features- Move-in coordination
- Concierge services
Reviews
Online reputation
4.5Average RatingAveraged from 21 reviews published on other websites
AI review summary
Most families describe Montecito Manor as clean, friendly, and good value, but one serious safety complaint and a weekend staffing concern deserve direct follow-up on a tour.
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- Staff & care — Reviewers consistently describe staff as friendly, kind, and attentive, with several noting good communication and genuine warmth toward residents.
- Cleanliness & maintenance — Families repeatedly mention the facility being clean and well-organized, with regular vacuuming and upkeep noted during visits.
- Dining — Meals are frequently praised as generous and delicious, with staff shown accommodating special requests like a custom sandwich for a resident.
- Value & pricing — Several reviewers highlight that Montecito Manor offers strong value, with lower pricing than comparable local options for the level of care provided.
- Atmosphere & grounds — The historic building and well-kept gardens create a peaceful, family-friendly setting that reviewers say improved noticeably over time.
- Staff & care — One reviewer described a serious incident involving a fall and medication error, so families should ask specifically about safety protocols and staffing during off-hours.
- Staff & care — An older review noted weekend staff lacked the experience or authority to handle issues, so it's worth confirming current weekend staffing and supervision levels.
- Activities — A couple of reviewers felt activities could be expanded, so families should ask for a current activities calendar and how it's tailored to different ability levels.
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