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So far, things are going very well for my grandmother. The meals that they are very good. The community is clean and well maintained. The only thing we are disappointed in is the transportation. The...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Located on a tranquil residential street in Beverly Hills, The Watermark at Beverly Hills is an intimate and sophisticated community that caters to discerning tastes and refined retirement living. Watermark is dedicated to supporting the individuality and independence of each resident. Our...
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This is a really special community it is a wonderful place. My mother is doing very well so far and I am very pleased with all they have done for us. Very smooth transition moving into the community. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Cottages at Melrose Gardens When disorientation and memory loss begin to affect a person's life, basic needs become ever more complex. At The Cottages Alzheimer's Program, we provide a gentle, compassionate environment that minimizes confusion while maximizing security, health and enjoyment...
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I've been very happy with our choice of community. My father seems to be doing very well under their care. The staff are very friendly. And the location is perfect for all of his follow up visits with...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
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Bentley Suites is a very nice, comfortable assisted living place. Staff are friendly, helpful, and always available. Living arrangements are adequate.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Bentley Hills by Serenity Care Health In Bentley Hills we provide excellent care and luxurious comfort in a very friendly atmosphere. Our goal is to simulate home settings in a caring way. We cater to independent seniors, seniors needing support and assistance with medication, bathing,...
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I would definitely recommend Belmont Village Encino due to the caring staff and the administrative staff that reaches out wanting to know if all is good. Best for great care all around! I'm so glad we were...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Belmont Village of Encino, California is located in the tree-lined residential areas of Encino and Sherman Oaks in the San Fernando Valley. This prime location is convenient for senior living with healthcare facilities and providers, places of worship, and excellent restaurants. And for shopping...
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I'm very happy with Meridian. The staff is always on top of things. They note every problem, any bit of resistance. They inform me, and I'm quite happy with the good communication network they've...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Preservation of Personal Dignity & Enhancement of Quality of Life is our Primary Goal.' Ocean Villa's purpose is to create an atmosphere as close to that which you or your loved one would enjoy at home. As a state-licensed Assisted Living Home for ambulatory and non-ambulatory seniors, we...
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Our love done moved in right before COVID, so we have not been able to visit for awhile, but we do know our loved one is happy there. Sometimes it is a little hard for us to get a hold of the staff. When we...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bentley Suites by Specialized Community HealthcareBentley Suites offers highly trained professionals, including an RN, Medical Director, Pharmacy Consultant, Nutrition Director, and Activity Director 24/7. The facility also offers all of the amenities enjoyed in a modern Residential Care Facility...
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I've lived at The Plaza at Westwood for almost 3 years now, and I must say it's nothing short of a luxurious oasis nestled in the heart of West Los Angeles. The architecture and interior decor of the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in the heart of renowned Westwood, Westwood Plaza offers life without the demands of cooking, cleaning, housekeeping and maintenance.  At Westwood Plaza we do the work so you can pursue life's leisure. The Community  Living at Westwood Plaza offers the opportunity to enjoy the...
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The staff at Bella Mar are like family. They are patient, cheerful and caring. The facility is quiet and peaceful. They have an amazing retractable roof over the courtyard so it can be used all year...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Bella Mar is a memory care facility located in Santa Monica, California. We specialize in keeping clients safe who are suffering from forms of dementia and providing a loving and comfortable and welcoming environment for them. Our facility can accommodate 32 residents at a time, and we are...
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Everything that is provided for my sister-in-law has been working out. I would be nice if they would call me to give me updates. I have no complaints with how housekeeping maintains the apartment. The...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Country Terrace Assisted Living provides supportive individualized care and is conveniently located in the Museum Row area, 5 minutes away from Cedars Sinai Medical Center. Our Assisted Living has the benefit of being close to our highly ranked Terrace Skilled Nursing Healthcare Center. Our Full...
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The staff has been friendly and caring. They are very helpful. The meals are good. The community provides a great atmosphere. They do offer activities for the residents. It is up-kept and clean. My friend is...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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My mother spent her last month at Serenity Manor and I can't recommend it more highly. [name removed] and her team were amazing, very very caring, extremely responsive, and made a very difficult time so...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Chateau Le Petite is a memory care community located in Encino, California. Encino is a neighborhood in the San Fernando Valley region of Los Angeles County and is widely known for its beautiful sights and peaceful parks. The 5-acre Los Encinos State Historic Park is a popular destination,...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Charnock Residential Home Is a senior care home located in West Los Angeles, CA in Los Angeles County. Our nurturing community has a lovely tranquil setting with easy access to various art centers, restaurants and local attractions. West Los Angeles is a serene town with a lot of friendly people...
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Everything has been going very well. We are very happy. The communication has been first rate. This is a very nice community. I would recommend the Managed Care Guest Home. It is very nice. Everyone is very...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Licensed by the California Department of Social Services, Managed Care Guest Home is located at 3354 Cardiff Avenue in Los Angeles. We proud ourselves for our professional and compassionate staff as well as our homey atmosphere where seniors age 60 and over, and at all genders can find comfort...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
California Senior of Sherman Oaks is a senior care home that is located in the spectacular and affluent neighborhood of Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles, CA in Los Angeles County. The stunning Sherman Oaks Park surrounds our community. Residents of Sherman Oaks are hospitable and peaceful - no wonder...
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My mom lives in this big beautiful house which is very clean. The caregivers are all kind and very attentive. Mom has her own bedroom and bathroom. There are five other people, mostly women who live at...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Dear family member of a loved one in need: We, at Be Well Senior Living understand that it can be very challenging making the right decision regarding your selection of a suitable facility and transfer of your loved one. As the owner of Be Well Senior Living, I want to assure you that we only...
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It is so difficult to find the perfect place to meet your elderly parents needs but I can honestly say City View is an excellent assisted living facility. My mother was in a lovely large room with a walk-in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Vibrant Senior Living in the Heart of LA Located in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Southern California just east of Beverly Hills, CityView residents enjoy visiting The Grove, LACMA and the Original Farmer's Market. Our community features spectacular views of the city and its...
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Our parents get 24 hour care and they get fed their meals so we no longer have to worry about them missing meals or worry about them getting up at night and wondering around. They get all the correct medical...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Sunland Living, located in Granada Hills, California provides the following services: Assisted Living and Micro-Community: Residential Care Facility. It accepts private payments.The Sunland Living has a very good hospital, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, located nearby, which scored a 90...
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My mom is under hospice at this community. The staff are taking good care of her. They are keeping her comfortable.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Better Living & Care is located on a quiet street in the West Hollywood area. This home has recently reopened after undergoing a full remodeling. It features 6 private rooms, each with its own bath and shower. Each room comes fully furnished with a comfortable bed, drawer chest, nightstand,...
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This is a lovely place and fine community for my mom. We're happy with how they respond to my mom. The care is very good, mom is eating well. I like if there is something slightly different they call me...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Encino Living is a private assisted living home in Encino, California. We pride ourselves in being a fully-equipped community with highly trained staff who will be able to provide your family member with care and compassionate understanding. We do not run a cookie cutter facility because we know...
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I am extremely happy with how things are going for my father since she has made the move into this community. The staff have been very friendly and I am comfortable with the care he has been receiving. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I moved my mother to Beit Shalom in December 2017, after deciding that a smaller home would be better for her. I couldn't be happier with my choice! From my first meeting with [names removed], I was...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Beit Shalom is a luxury senior care home in Los Angeles, of southern CA. Along with flawless weather, you can count on one thing here, and that is that there's never a dull moment. After all, we are located in the heart of entertainment and style. Above all, the Beit Shalom team is dedicated to...
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I have found Carmel to be a very comfortable, friendly and helpful facility. It is very clean, the staff and management treat residents with respect and show a sincere interest in each resident. The food is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
 Since 1978, we have offered a great alternative for seniors who may need additional assistance with their daily routines, medication management, bathing and dressing or personal hygiene, yet do not require the intensive services of a skilled nursing facility.  With the assistance of...
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My mother is not an easy person to get along with, however, the owners and all the caregivers helped her to adapt to her new environment with relative ease. I am so happy that her final years will be spent...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Astoria is a family owned residential care home for seniors nestled in a quiet and private neighborhood near Famers market and The Grove. Our commitment is to serve our residents with respect and compassion while leaving families with the peace of mind that their relatives are being well cared...
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I have just finished helping my mother, who is 92, move into Beverly Carmel South. You know the building is attractive and well-maintained ahead of time. You hope, first, that the staff will be caring,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Since 1978, we have offered a great alternative for seniors who may need additional assistance with their daily routines, medication management, bathing and dressing or personal hygiene, yet do not require the intensive services of a skilled nursing facility.  With the assistance of our...
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Cost of assisted living in Santa Monica, CA

The average cost of senior living in Santa Monica is $4,322 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vernon, CA with an average of $4,151 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Santa Monica, CA vs. nearby cities

Santa Monica, CA
$4,322/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Santa Monica, CA vs. the state and national average

Santa Monica, CA
$4,322/mo
U.S. national average
$4,392/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Santa Monica vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,322/mo
$5,172/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Santa Monica, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,865/mo
Private
$5,771/mo
Studio
$6,410/mo
1 Bedroom
$9,007/mo
2 Bedroom
$13,220/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Santa Monica over time

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What families are saying about assisted living in Santa Monica

Recent reviews for assisted living in Santa Monica

Foothill Retirement in Tujunga, CA

4.4
What our family likes the most about the Foothill Retirement community is all the team work between the staff members working there. Friendly and staff that will help care for my mom's needed especially having the understanding to care for dementia seniors. Staff also understands family's ...
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Sweet Home Senior Living #2 in Van Nuys, CA

5.0
My Mom spent the last year of her life at Sweet Home. I am so thankful that this was her final home. They knew how to care for at every stage. It’s hard to lose a parent. Sweet Home took care of us. The food is home cooked to the preference of each person. There are group holiday meals. Every ...
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Belmont Village Hollywood Hills in Los Angeles, CA

4.4
Although we got mixed signals about whether our loved one could take their own meds or needed them distributed we are so glad they could take us in on such short notice and that sense informs all answered. It is a friendly place.

Santa Monica review score based on 147 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 147 reviews of 90 Santa Monica assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Santa Monica review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Santa Monica review score compared against nearby cities

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Santa Monica, CA90 facilities
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Culver City, CA99 facilities
8.0
Beverly Hills, CA175 facilities

Review subcategories for Santa Monica assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 147 reviews of 90 Santa Monica assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Santa Monica resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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4.4
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Santa Monica assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santa Monica assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santa Monica, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Santa Monica assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Santa Monica that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Santa Monica, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.6%
50.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.7%
32.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
77.8%
98.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.8%
98.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.2%
55.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.3%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
77.8%
98.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.8%
48.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70%
53.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Santa Monica assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Santa Monica Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Santa Monica, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.6%
50%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.9%
30.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.9%
40.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.9%
13%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Santa Monica assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Santa Monica partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Santa Monica, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
25.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
37.5%
No sugar
No sugar
34.4%
35.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
5.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Santa Monica assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Santa Monica communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Santa Monica, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.2%
29%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
32.2%
33%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.8%
15.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santa Monica assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Santa Monica offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Santa Monica, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
36.7%
43.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.9%
29.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
28%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.9%
48.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
46.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.9%
51.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.8%
38.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
30.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
35%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.6%
43.9%
Live performances
Live performances
37.8%
44.5%
Dances
Dances
23.3%
26.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.6%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.7%
43.1%
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State regulations for Assisted Living in Santa Monica

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for Assisted Living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about California Assisted Living regulations will help you understand how Assisted Living communities in Santa Monica protect seniors.

Learn about California Assisted Living regulations

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