Driftwood Healthcare Center - Santa Cruz
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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
1115 Capitola Road · Santa Cruz, CA 95062 · 149 certified beds
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CMS Care Compare · Updated Jul 2026
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Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
74
May 12, 2023 · E
Citation F0759Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-12 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-06-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 12, 2023 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-12 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-06-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 12, 2023 · D
Citation F0694Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-12 under CMS tag F0694 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-06-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 12, 2023 · E
Citation F0756Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-12 under CMS tag F0756 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-06-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 12, 2023 · D
Citation F0758Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-12 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Implement 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 l…. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-06-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 12, 2023 · E
Citation F0804Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-12 under CMS tag F0804 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-06-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 12, 2023 · D
Citation F0642Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-12 under CMS tag F0642 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure a qualified health professional conducts resident assessments. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-06-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 12, 2023 · D
Citation F0687Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-12 under CMS tag F0687 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate foot care. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-06-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 12, 2023 · E
Citation F0814Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-12 under CMS tag F0814 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-06-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 12, 2023 · D
Citation F0685Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-12 under CMS tag F0685 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-06-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 12, 2023 · D
Citation F0757Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-12 under CMS tag F0757 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-06-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 12, 2023 · D
Citation F0558Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-12 under CMS tag F0558 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-06-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 12, 2023 · D
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-12 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-06-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 12, 2023 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-12 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-06-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 24, 2020 · D
Citation F0758Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2020-01-24 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Implement 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 l…. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2020-02-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 24, 2020 · D
Citation F0759Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2020-01-24 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2020-02-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 24, 2020 · D
Citation F0919Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2020-01-24 under CMS tag F0919 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2020-02-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 24, 2020 · D
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2020-01-24 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2020-02-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 24, 2020 · D
Citation F0695Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2020-01-24 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2020-02-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 24, 2020 · D
Citation F0694Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2020-01-24 under CMS tag F0694 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2020-02-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $160,564
Latest: 3.86 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)
Staffing trend (2 periods)
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit - Limited Liability company
CMS Care Compare chain: Pacs Group
Chain ID 690 · 280 facilities in chain (CMS)
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
Parent organization: Providence Group Nh, LLC
parent · PAC 5294198396
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Genworth Cost of Care Survey · 2024
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Median · CA$11,060/moNursing Homes
Median · CA$12,167/moOther licensed providers in Santa Cruz, with their own public records.
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