Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Santa Monica, CA below include 710 Assisted Living facilities with 2223 reviews. On average in Santa Monica, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.1 out of 5 stars.
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2107 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90405
4.2
(15 reviews)
"The power-of-attorney agreed that my friend could go to Brookdale Ocean House, and she will be transferred there. We were shown the independent and assisted living. She is going to have total 24-hour care. We were met by the receptionist. She was ver..."
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1312 15th St, Santa Monica, CA 90404
4.3
(13 reviews)
"We went here. We loved the staff. They seemed to be very responsive. At the time that we visited, they were a little more open, so we were able to tour the facility quite a bit. It's got wonderful grounds and a little garden or patio on two floors, s..."
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851 Second Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403
3.8
(24 reviews)
"My husband was a resident of Brookdale Santa Monica Gardens. It was modern, clean, and quiet. They have good staffing, good meals, and nice grounds. Everything about it was great. It was very expensive, but it was all good...."
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1447 17th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I toured Holiday Villa East for my mom, and I loved it. If I could go myself in a few years, I would go there. I saw apartments with their own bathrooms. The person who gave me the tour was wonderful. Everything there was wonderful. The facility was ..."
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851 4th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403
4.0
(4 reviews)
"Bentley Suites seemed to be very good and seemed to be an excellent group. The location is fantastic. The administration seems good to excellent. It’s a very positive thing. The price is right for the services. However, my girlfriend’s father does no..."
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1304 Princeton St, Santa Monica, CA 90404
"As our loved ones advance in age, require extra care or simply need daily companionship, we take every step to ensure they are in a place wh..."
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2108 Oak Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405
"Assisted living facility, specializing in a holistic approach for the elderly. We assist families and their loved ones in their emotional de..."
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1249 23rd St, Santa Monica, CA 90404
"As our loved ones advance in age, require extra care or simply need daily companionship, we take every step to ensure they are in a place wh..."
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1247 25th St, Santa Monica, CA 90404
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mom was a resident at Ocean Gardens. The care that she got was wonderful. From the manager of the home to the caregivers and the cook all were outstanding.. They genuinely cared about her well being and feelings. They went out of their way to make..."
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912-10th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403
"With 4 wonderful Care Homes to choose from right in the neighborhood, Gary Strathearn founded Santa Monica Home & Care in 1995 after a famil..."
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2411 Arizona Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90404
"As our loved ones advance in age, require extra care or simply need daily companionship, we take every step to ensure they are in a place wh..."
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2807 Lincoln Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
READ MORE2127 Dewey Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
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"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
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413 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90402
"Welcome to Ocean Villa! Our community o ffers gracious residential living in a home-like setting with dedicated and knowledgeable sta ff av..."
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11035 Monogram ave, Granada Hills, CA 91344
5.0
(5 reviews)
"Be Happy Be Home is probably the best thing that has happened to us this year. We were searching for a place that provided Respite Care for my 90 year old father who has vision issues and dementia. Lily's home checked all of our boxes. We were dee..."
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9221 Arleta Avenue, Arleta, CA 91331
5.0
(4 reviews)
"I went and toured Nikkei Senior Gardens, and I liked it. I like the cleanliness of the place, and the way they include their employees, and feed them lunches so they know how good the food is for their residents. They make the employees feel cared fo..."
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6900 Royer Ave., West Hills, CA 91307
5.0
(2 reviews)
"This retirement home is incredible! It really does feel like home, a fairly small facility that accomodates several seniors at a time, with great staff that give their residents lots of care and attention. I live not far from West Hills so I could vi..."
READ MOREAccording to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living fees in Santa Monica come in at approximately $5,800 per month, which runs about $450 under the national median and around $450 over the California norm. Local fees come in well below rates in San Luis Obispo, where facilities charge roughly $9,410. However, seniors pay more affordable rates of approximately $4,595 in Bakersfield.
Santa Monica
$5,800
California
$6,250
United States
$5,350
Santa Maria
$6,500
Bakersfield
$4,595
San Luis Obispo
$9,410
Los Angeles
$5,748
Low-income seniors residing in Santa Monica may be eligible for assistance programs that can help them cover the cost of assisted living. Currently, there are two programs available: the 1915(c) Assisted Living Waiver program through Medi-Cal and Supplemental Security Income – Category G.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Assisted living costs in Santa Monica come near $5,800 per month, making it the most economical senior care solution surveyed in the city. By comparison, seniors who need nursing home care pay higher fees of $10,646. Home-based care options also cost more, with seniors paying around $7,436 for home health care and roughly $6,864 for in-home care.
In-Home Care
$6,864
Home Health Care
$7,436
Assisted Living Facility
$5,800
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$10,646
Note: Since data for Santa Monica is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Oxnard, instead.
Santa Monica is home to a broad range of programs and agencies that help seniors make informed decisions regarding their care and finances. This table features organizations that help older adults find assisted living facilities that fit their lifestyle and budget, connect with social and recreational programs and get answers to financial and legal questions.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| County of Los Angeles Workforce Development, Aging and Community Services | (213) 738-4004 | WDAC is the designated Area Agency on Aging for the Santa Monica region. It provides a range of services to older adults, including wellness support groups, computer classes, social and recreational programs and congregate meals. The agency also has specialists who provide information and referrals to help older adults obtain services in the community. |
| VA Los Angeles Regional Office | (800) 827-1000 | Veterans obtain one-on-one help with obtaining VA benefits that can help cover assisted living expenses through the Los Angeles Regional Office, located about four miles east of Santa Monica’s city center. At this location, specialists assist with applying for pension programs, disability compensation and the Aid and Attendance benefit. |
| WISE & Healthy Aging | (310) 394-9871 | WISE & Healthy Aging has a long-term care ombudsman that advocates on behalf of those living in assisted living facilities in Santa Monica, ensuring that they receive the services they’re entitled to and mediating conflicts between family members or with facilities. The organization also has a peer counseling program with paraprofessional counselors who provide guidance and support with age-related issues such as poor health, loss and retirement. |
| Bet Tzedek Legal Services | (323) 939-0506 | Bet Tzedek Legal Services is a nonprofit organization that provides free civil legal services to seniors in Santa Monica and the surrounding region. It’s nationally recognized for its Justice for Seniors program, which helps older adults address issues such as advance planning, assigning conservators, preventing elder abuse and obtaining public benefits. |
| Center for Health Care Rights | (213) 383-4519 | Center for Health Care Rights is a local nonprofit organization. It administers the statewide senior health insurance options counseling program. Through this program, trained volunteers help seniors understand their Medicare benefits, determine eligibility for Medicaid and research long-term care insurance. Seniors can also get help with obtaining prescription drug assistance or dental benefits. |
Santa Monica-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Davis
4.0
Review of Brookdale Ocean House
Brookdale Ocean House is a much older facility. The parking is less convenient. But the location is nice, like you can walk to the beach. The room is a little bit smaller but good enough for a...
Assisted Living
Susan
4.0
Review of Ivy Park at Santa Monica
I went to Ivy Park at Santa Monica. I like the friendliness of the staff. It was very well maintained. The guests seemed to be very happy and very friendly. Everything that was advertised was...
Provider response
Hi Susan, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to Ivy Park at Santa Monica and we sincerely thank you for the positive review!
Assisted Living
Lina
4.0
Review of Bentley Suites
I was disappointed with Bentley Suites by Serenity Care Health. It looked to me like it was a converted apartment building into a home and it was just very small, almost depressing. I didn't like...
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