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Aloha Care Home
25694 Dorado Dr, Valencia, CA 91355
"Nestled amongst the orange groves in Valencia, CA, Aloha Care Home provides a comforting environment for seniors in the center of the Santa ..."
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Assisted Living Communities in Santa Monica, California
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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We’ve spent hundreds of hours compiling helpful information below these listings, ranging from assisted living costs statistics of in Santa Monica, to local laws & regulations in the area, to nearby services and programs that can help older adults in the community thrive, and more.
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Just Like Home
12521 Killion St, Valley Village, CA 91607
"Nestled among the palm trees in Valley Village, CA, Just Like Home provides a quiet environment for seniors. The peaceful San Fernando Valle..."
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Summer House At Ladera Heights
6108 Damask Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90056
"Along the Pacific coast, Summer House At Ladera Heights is nestled in the Heights at Ladera neighborhood of Los Angeles in sunny California...."
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McLennan M Manor II
8844 McLennan Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 91343
"Our warm and welcoming senior Board and Care can help provide families with immediate relief to ensure that your loved ones are properly car..."
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Eras Home 2
4215 Keystone Ave, Culver City, CA 90232
"Eras Home 2 provides apartments. Eras Home 2 is a low rent apartment in Culver City. This apartment provides low income seniors with homes. ..."
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142 W Columbia Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
"Norma J's Home for the Elderly has a peaceful suburban setting in a hillside residential neighborhood, located in the central portion of Tho..."
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Ladera Homes 1
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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The Sanctuary
21410 Madrona Ave., Torrance, CA 90503
"We Care For You! With 26 years of experience, we are dedicated to providing you compassionate assisted living in secure and inviting reside..."
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Madelaine Place
51 Doone Street, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
"At Madelaine Place, our goal is to provide our residents with the best in senior living. Our home is very clean and we are located near a pa..."
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11811 Paso Robles Ave, Granada Hills, CA 91344
"Femms Residential Home is located in the suburban residential neighborhood of Granada Hills in Los Angeles. Its proximity to the Ronald Reag..."
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2900 S. Anchovy Avenue, San Pedro, CA 90732
"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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2713 Central Avenue, El Monte, CA 91733
"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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19206 Entradero Ave, Torrance, CA 90503
"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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Skyhill Quality Living
626 North Lamer St, Burbank, CA 91506
"Skyhill Quality Living II offers assisted living and memory care services in Burbank, California. This senior living community receives high..."
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Olympia Happy Home Care for the Aging
6446 San Vincente Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048
"At our facility seniors are given quality care by staff members and caregivers, who have been trained to give basic caregiving tasks so that..."
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8821 Valjean Avenue, North Hills, CA 91343
"Dignity Care is a senior living community situated in North Hills, CA, offering both Memory Care and Assisted Living options. The community ..."
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A Place for All Seasons - Hatteras - CLOSED
24011 Hatteras Street, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
"A Place for All Seasons is a family-run business that has been devoted to helping families care for their loved ones in the Woodland Hills a..."
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5339 Lennox Ave, Sherman Oaks, CA 91401
"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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714 Milford Street, Glendale, CA 91203
"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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27719 Cherry Creek Dr, Valencia, CA 91354
"Located to the North of Santa Clarita, California, along a residential street, Valencia's Guest Home is an assisted living facility in Valen..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Santa Monica, CA and Nearby Cities
According 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
Paying for Assisted Living in Santa Monica, CA
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Santa Monica
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.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Santa Monica, CA
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.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Santa Monica
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. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Santa Monica
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.
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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...
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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!
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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...
