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6118 S. La Brea St, Los Angeles, CA 90056
"Our home specializes in the care of Alzheimer’s and dementia. We make sure our patients get the care and attention they need and desire. Our..."
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Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Santa Monica, CA below include 711 Assisted Living facilities with 2225 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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6118 S. La Brea St, Los Angeles, CA 90056
"Our home specializes in the care of Alzheimer’s and dementia. We make sure our patients get the care and attention they need and desire. Our..."
READ MORE26705 Malibu Hills Rd, Calabasas, CA 91302
"A new luxury community for seniors 55 and over, Horizons at Calabasas is located in the green suburban oasis of Calabasas, close to the hill..."
READ MORE21054 Vintage St, Chatsworth, CA 91311
"The staff at Our Sweet Home Inc. provide personalized services designed to meet the needs of every patient. The dedicated health professiona..."
READ MORE16518 Devonshire Blvd, Granada Hills, CA 91344
"The staff at Our Sweet Home Inc. provide personalized services designed to meet the needs of every patient. The dedicated health professiona..."
READ MORE11221 Lull Street, Sun Valley, CA 91352
"Serene Life Senior Care is a Senior Board and Care Home in Sun Valley. We offer personalized assistance, supportive services and compassiona..."
READ MORE3605 South Carlina St, Los Angeles, CA 90731
"At Oceanfront Care Home our staff consists of professional and compassionate health care providers who develop therapeutic relationships wit..."
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2402 Midlothian, Altadena, CA 91001
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READ MORE2421 8Th Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90018
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READ MORE1010 Centinela Ave, Inglewood, CA 90302
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READ MORE28001 Cero Drive, Santa Clarita, CA 91350
"D' Elders "R" Us II of Santa Clarita is nestled in the northern section of the city of Santa Clarita, California, near shops, restaurants an..."
READ MORE5039 Halison St., Torrance, CA 90503
"We believe that our elderly citizens represent an invaluable asset to the community. They hold a wealth of experience and knowledge accumula..."
READ MORE334 Burton Ct, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
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READ MORE24352 Cheryl Kelton Place, Newhall, CA 91321
"Mary Jane's Home is a residential care facility for the elderly. We serve the special living requirements of seniors and the needs of their ..."
READ MORE316 S WESTLAKE AVENUE, Los Angeles, CA 90057
22812 Saticoy Street, West Hills, CA 91304
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READ MORE20902 Dumetz Rd., Woodland Hills, CA 91364
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READ MORE4826 Rockbluff Dr., Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
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READ MORE19911 Vintage Street, Chatsworth, CA 91311
"Our caregivers are committed to providing a personalized level of quality care services. We understand that each resident has different need..."
READ MORE827 W 64Th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90044
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READ MORE23029 Frisca Drive, Valencia, CA 91354
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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 |
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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...