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Driftwood Healthcare Center, Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA: 3 star rating, no fines

Driftwood Healthcare Center, Santa Cruz in Santa Cruz, CA is owned by GC Operating Company LLC and Capital Funding LLC, is rated 3 of 5 stars by Medicare, and had no fines in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 41 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on August 25, 2026, and 3 of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
675 24th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Overall rating
3 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
2 of 5
Staffing rating
4 of 5
Quality measure rating
5 of 5
Certified beds
92
Residents per day
84 on average
Ownership type
For profit, limited liability company
Legal business name
Driftwood Santa Cruz Operating Company LP
Chain
Mariner Health Care, 17 facilities
Fines
$0 across 0 fines, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
0
Health citations
41, of which 3 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
August 25, 2026
CMS Certification Number
055109
On Care Compare
Medicare Care Compare

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
August 25, 2026F646Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 5, 2026data.cms.gov
July 15, 2026F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 12, 2026data.cms.gov
July 15, 2026F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 12, 2026data.cms.gov
December 12, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 9, 2026data.cms.gov
December 12, 2025F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 9, 2026data.cms.gov
December 12, 2025F805Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 9, 2026data.cms.gov
December 12, 2025F761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 9, 2026data.cms.gov
December 12, 2025F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 9, 2026data.cms.gov
December 12, 2025F700Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 9, 2026data.cms.gov
August 22, 2025F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 21, 2025data.cms.gov
October 2, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 31, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F919Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F909Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F809Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F758Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F745Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F741Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F700Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F578Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
June 24, 2024F552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
March 19, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedMarch 27, 2024data.cms.gov
March 4, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedMarch 13, 2024data.cms.gov
January 18, 2024F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedJanuary 30, 2024data.cms.gov
October 9, 2023F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 30, 2023data.cms.gov
October 6, 2023F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 30, 2023data.cms.gov

Owners and managers

Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 13 individual or personal trusts (1 owners, 7 managers, 1 officers, directors or trustees, 4 other disclosable parties). Their names are not shown on this page.

OrganizationRoleShareSinceSource
GC Operating Company LLCDirect owner99%December 6, 2011data.cms.gov
Capital Funding LLCDirect ownerNot listedJune 1, 2015data.cms.gov
Driftwood Santa Cruz Holding Company GP LLCGeneral partnerNot listedAugust 27, 2014data.cms.gov
GC Operating Company LLCLimited partnerNot listedAugust 27, 2014data.cms.gov
Grancare LLCIndirect ownerNot listedNovember 17, 2010data.cms.gov
Mariner Health Care, Inc.Indirect ownerNot listedNovember 17, 2010data.cms.gov
MHC Holding CompanyIndirect ownerNot listedNovember 17, 2010data.cms.gov
MHC West Holding CompanyIndirect ownerNot listedNovember 17, 2010data.cms.gov
National Senior Care, Inc.Indirect ownerNot listedNovember 17, 2010data.cms.gov

Also on SpecStream

Updated November 7, 2026. Read from CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing homes. Open data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (US government work). Fines and citations are as CMS lists them on the date this page was read and can change after an appeal. The CMS files are joined on the CMS Certification Number. CMS gives owners no ID, so an owner page groups facilities by the owner name as CMS spells it. Names of individual owners and managers are not shown. This page uses CMS data and is not endorsed or certified by CMS. Free to reuse with credit to SpecStream under CC BY 4.0. Spot a wrong value? Write to [email protected] with the link to this page.