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Pacific Coast Manor

1935 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA 95010 · Santa Cruz County

Pacific Coast Manor is a 99-bed, short-term therapy and 24-hour skilled nursing facility located in Capitola, California. Allow our highly trained staff to provide the 24-hour specialized nursing care you deserve in a facility that believes each resident is family.

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Exceptional

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 99% full (98 of 99 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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One of Capitola's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Pacific Coast Manor is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Capitola, CA, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 98 residents per day. It operates as part of the Covenant Care network.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.39 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.19 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 48.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 2 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.39 hrs/resident/day)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Capitola for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 99
Avg. residents/day: 98
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Covenant Care
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 056048

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$11,030–$16,580/mo (median $13,340)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Santa Cruz prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.39; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.19; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 48.8%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 2
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-02-20
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (27 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-04-02Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2025-02-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

2025-02-20Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

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, compar…

2024-08-02Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

2024-08-01Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

2024-05-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2023-12-13Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2023-09-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Chef-prepared meals
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

1935 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Pacific Coast Manor

How much does Pacific Coast Manor cost?

Pacific Coast Manor does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Capitola, CA area typically runs $11,030–$16,580 per month (median $13,340, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Pacific Coast Manor's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Pacific Coast Manor 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Pacific Coast Manor?

Staff provide about 4.39 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 48.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Pacific Coast Manor?

Pacific Coast Manor has 27 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-20). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Pacific Coast Manor have availability?

Typically 99% full (98 of 99 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Pacific Coast Manor offer?

Pacific Coast Manor in Capitola, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 99 beds.

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