Compassionate Santa Cruz In-Home Senior Care

Santa Cruz County is home to thousands of seniors who deserve dignified support as they age —especially for individuals and families navigating the challenges of dementia and Alzheimer’s. Our Soquel office at 2901 Park Ave., Suite C3, positions us to reach clients across the county, from coastal communities to the scenic redwood foothills. . Familiar Surroundings Home Care offers family-driven in-home care designed around the relaxed lifestyle and unique needs of seniors in towns like Aptos, Capitola, and Scotts Valley.

Designated an AARP Age-Friendly Community in 2023, the county is committed to supporting older adults through expanded services, accessible transportation, and a strong network of community programs. The region offers a mild climate, abundant natural beauty, and proximity to top-tier healthcare facilities like Dominican Hospital and Watsonville Community Hospital. 

We’ve proudly served Santa Cruz families for over 15 years with warm, personalized caregiving.

 

Why Families in Santa Cruz Choose Familiar Surroundings Home Care

"FSHomeCare isn’t a large chain. We’re your neighbors — and we treat every client like family."

• Family-owned & community rooted
• Long-standing caregivers with deep Santa Cruz ties
• 24/7 live support – no phone trees
• Custom care plans
• Personalized care matched to beachside & mountain town living
• Trusted in Santa Cruz for over 15 years

"We’re locally grounded, not corporate. That makes a difference every day."

 

Specialized Dementia Care Services

Our dementia care services are designed to enhance quality of life and reduce stress for both clients and their families. Trained caregivers provide consistent routines, cognitive engagement, and emotional support tailored to each individual's needs. In addition to dementia care, our core services include personal care assistance, meal preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping, transportation, and companion care. Whether your loved one needs full-time support or occasional help, Familiar Surroundings Home Care is here to ensure they feel safe, respected, and empowered to live independently in the comfort of their own home.

 

Independent Living with Comfort and Confidence at Home

At Familiar Surroundings Home Care, we’re here to support your loved one’s independence with thoughtful, everyday assistance. From dementia care to help with bathing, meal prep, medication reminders, light housekeeping, transportation, and companionship, we tailor our services to meet their unique needs. Whether it’s round-the-clock care or just a helping hand now and then, our goal is to help them feel secure, respected, and truly at home.

 

Five Essential Questions to Ask Any Home Care Provider

Choosing in-home care is a big decision, and the right questions can make all the difference. Here are five key things to ask when considering a home care agency:

1. How long have you been providing home care services?
This helps you get a sense of the agency’s experience and track record. An established provider is more likely to have a solid reputation and proven systems in place.

2. What steps do you take to screen and hire caregivers?
You’ll want to know how they select their team. Do they run background checks? Drug screenings? How do they determine if someone is truly a good fit for caregiving?

3. Are your caregivers bonded and insured?
This protects both your loved one and your home in case something unexpected happens. It’s an important sign that the agency takes accountability seriously.

4. What kind of training do your caregivers receive? Do you regularly evaluate their performance?
Strong training and ongoing support make for confident, capable caregivers. Ask how often they review skills and provide additional education.

5. Do you create a personalized care plan, and do you coordinate with healthcare professionals?
A good agency will tailor care to your loved one’s needs—and work with their doctor or care team to ensure everything stays aligned.

 

Services We Offer in Santa Cruz County

• Companion Care
• Veterans Services
• Respite Care
• Alzheimer's & Dementia Care
• Senior Placement Services
• Hospital to Home Program
• In Home
  Personal Care
• Household Services
• Hourly Services
• Transportation
• Care Management Advocate
• Personal Care Services

 

Familiar Surroundings provides Home Care services to all areas of Santa Cruz County including:

• Santa Cruz
• Watsonville
• Live Oak
• Capitola
• Soquel
• Rio del Mar
• Interlaken
• Aptos
• Ben Lomond
• Pleasure
  Point
• Boulder
  Creek
• Twin Lakes
• Felton
• Freedom
• Day Valley
• Bonny Doon

 

“We treat our clients like neighbors — because they are.”

 

What Our Clients Think About Us

"I would like to take a few minutes to thank you and the Familiar Surroundings team for the wonderful support and care of my father, David H., over the last 2+ years.  I want to commend Alma and Zenia for their fabulous care and heart felt compassion given to my Dad as his illness progressed while being home bound. Alma and Zenia brought happiness to my Dad during a trying time when he was losing his independence. They treated him with dignity and respect at all times as if he were their own father. My siblings and I believe that because of Alma and Zenia’s friendship and care, we were blessed to have our Dad with us much longer than we originally thought possible. Because of them, Dad was able to remain in his “Familiar Surroundings” until the day he died. They are blessings in our lives and now considered part of our family. Our deepest gratitude for Familiar Surrounding’s services.

Sincerely,

— Theresa and Family

 

"Janice, you were a “life saver” when you arrived so promptly at the nursing facility. In a very short time you were able to provide just the right information I needed to hear. I was able to leave my husband at 9pm each night knowing he would be safe in caring hands. The gentlemen were great with my husband, meeting all his physical needs and providing the emotional support he required. I am comfortable knowing if I need to resume services you will still be available to me."

— M.D.

 

Ready to Talk? Let’s Start With a Free Consultation

Call us at (831) 480-3990. Or fill out the form below.

"Santa Cruz families rely on Familiar Surroundings Home Care. We're ready to help yours."

 

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Familiar Surroundings Home Care
2901 Park Ave Suite C3
Soquel, CA 95073
Tel: (831) 480-3990

Lic. # 434700019