About us

We offer unique amenities that provide an unparalleled rehabilitation experience.

Physician-Led Rehab

Santa Cruz Post Acute has its own dedicated Physiatry clinician to run a comprehensive rehab program and bring better care to the facility

Large Comprehensive Therapy Gym

Our newly remodeled gym features state-of-the-art equipment, wrap-around therapy mirrors, and a full kitchen. We even have an outdoor putting green.

PDi Tablet/TV Entertainment Experiences At Your Fingertips

PDi healthcare-grade technology empowers patients as they enjoy a comprehensive entertainment experience at their fingertips. The Tablet TVs are designed around patient safety, infection control, comfort, and ease of use. Patients have access to TV, Internet, Video Conferencing, games, sound therapy, and much more.

Private And Semi-Private Suites

Come relax and recover during your skilled stay in our private and semi-private suites. We have even secured nice recliner chairs for you and your guests.

Healing gardens & Aviary

Our large, expansive patios and healing gardens uniquely aid in improving health outcomes. These gathering spaces include therapeutic gardens, fountains, outdoor string lights, and a parakeet aviary. We hope these gardens can be a place of refuge and peace to promote healing in patients and families.

Woody transport van

If you require medical transportation, why not do it in style? We designed our custom “Woody” Wheelchair Van to bring some Santa Cruz spirit to each of your appointments. Meet our wonderful van driver, Sabrina – she’s as lovely as they come.

Cleaner Air with Needlepoint Bipolar Ionization

We’ve installed a proven HVAC system to help clean the air in our facility. Inspired by naturally occurring ions in nature, our use of the patented needlepoint bipolar ionization technology uses the HVAC as a delivery system to release ions into the airstream. These ions are proven to reduce certain viruses and bacteria in the air (see Third-Party Studies).

Warm & Welcoming Visiting Areas

Our remodeled facility offers many private settings to visit with loved ones in a beautiful environment. Water features and natural light run throughout the facility, along with beautiful beachy furniture for gathering spaces.

Self-Playing Piano and Custom Art Exhibit

Upon entering, you’ll be greeted with music from our self-playing Yamaha baby grand piano, featuring a variety of music from classical tunes to Grammy hits As you walk the hallways, you will see vibrant photos and artwork highlighting all Santa Cruz County offers. Custom artwork pieces from local artists are featured.

Santa Cruz Post Acute is a 135-bed short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in the heart of Santa Cruz, California.

As well as Skilled Nursing, we also provides Pain Management, Orthopedic Rehab, IV Therapy and Wound Management services.

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Our mission is to give our patients quality, compassionate care in an environment that is supportive, peaceful, and dignified. We strive to provide exemplary customer service through understanding and responding to each of our patients’ needs.

Disclaimer

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Services

COVID-19 Updates

Santa Cruz Post Acute (SCPA) is making every effort to prevent the exposure of COVID-19 to our residents and staff. Our number one priority is the safety of all the individuals who live in our community. We closely follow the directives from CMS, California Department of Public Health (CDPH), and Santa Cruz Communicable Disease Division. Visitation is allowed – All visitors must check in with the front desk upon arrival for temperature check and further direction for a safe visit. We had a COVID exposure reported on 10/5/22 and have since had a few residents test positive – symptoms have been mild to non-existent and treatments are offered by our physicians. SCPA adheres to CDPH guidance in AFL 22-13.1 for infection control measures. Reception can provide more information upon entering and completing a COVID screening.

If you have any questions, please call us at: (831) 475-4055 or email info@santacruzpa.com

COVID-19 Vaccines

All team members without medical or religious exemptions are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

Social Distancing

Our staff practice social distancing guidelines wherever possible.

PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in use

PPE including surgical masks, gloves, gowns and N95 masks are used in line with infection control guidelines.

Clean and disinfecting

We've increase our cleaning and disinfecting schedules helping to keep everyone safe.

In person visits

Keeping you connected to your loved ones is important and our visitation guidelines meet local, state and federal regulations.

Hygiene and handwashing

Our staff follow strict handwashing protocols and encourage our patients to do the same.

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Careers

Thank you for your interest in our company. We are always looking for great individuals to join our team.

What are you waiting for?

A career at Santa Cruz Post Acute is more than a job—it’s a daily opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of others. Join our family of compassionate employees today and experience our commitment to caring, and to your career.