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Ocean Gardens Senior Living Facilities
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...
Assisted Living
$4,500
Assisted Living Communities in Santa Monica, CA
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authentic reviews in Santa Monica, CA below include 455 Assisted Living facilities with 2983 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.
455 Providers
Ocean Gardens Senior Living Facilities
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...
Assisted Living
$4,500
Savant of Santa Monica
1447 17th St, Santa Monica, CA 90404
"So far my mother is really happy in Holiday Villa East. They are really like family, they're nice and she is...
Assisted Living
$6,000
Ivy Park at Santa Monica
1312 15th St, Santa Monica, CA 90404
"I went to Sunrise here. I talked to the manager who was very nice. I liked it a lot. I think it was nice and bright...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$6,595
Ocean Park Residences I
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...
Assisted Living
$5,500
Bentley Suites
851 4th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403
"Bentley Suites seemed to be very good and seemed to be an excellent group. The location is fantastic. The administration...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,500
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Brookdale Santa Monica Gardens
851 Second Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403
"I went to Brookdale. It was nice, clean, and inviting. The set-up was nice. The only question I had was that the rooms...
Assisted Living
$6,645
Brookdale Ocean House
2107 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90405
"I am in independent living at Ocean House (Brookdale Santa Monica). My feelings are favorable and I like it here. I...
Assisted Living
$9,705
Westwood Manor
1539 Midvale Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Westwood Manor is an assisted living facility. We provide a higher level of service for the elderly which can include...
Assisted Living
$9,500
Brentwood on Sunset
11580 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049
Discover a whole new retirement lifestyle at West L.A.Homes, Brentwood on Sunset. We're committed to a positive...
Assisted Living
$9,500
Ayres Residential Care Home: Westwood
10862 Wellworth Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Welcome to Ayres Residential Care Homes A supportive home environment that protects and enhances the quality of life...
Assisted Living
$6,500
Calligraphy Westwood Village
947 Tiverton Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Because lifes better when you dont have to sweat the small stuff. Amenities here are designed to offer you an...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$9,640
Atria Park of Pacific Palisades
15441 West Sunset Boulevard, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
"We moved our mom to Atria in the Pacific Palisades almost three years ago. We moved right during the pandemic and they...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$8,895
Miko Inn
3017 Malcolm Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90034
Miko Inn is a residential care home located in Los Angeles, CA, which serves Los Angeles county. This busy area of...
Assisted Living
$7,500
Charnock East
11365 Charnock Road, Los Angeles, CA 90066
Discover a whole new retirement lifestyle at West L.A.Homes, Charnock East Home We're committed to a positive...
Assisted Living
$5,500
Bel Air Manor
1024 N Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049
Bell Air is a Congregate type facility. Which is a small private sub-acute facility. At this facility we have 12 Beds...
Assisted Living
$15,000
Ayres Residential Care Home: Century City
10363 Calvin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Welcome to Ayres Residential Care Homes A supportive home environment that protects and enhances the quality of life...
Assisted Living
$6,500
Ivy Park at Culver City
4061 Grandview Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90066
"Ivy Park at Culver City is gorgeous. It's beautiful, but it's way too big and a little overpriced for our price range...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$6,995
Westmont Culver City
11141 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, CA 90232
"I toured Westmont of Culver City. The facilities are very new. It is very nice, clean and organized. It looks like...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$6,495
Studio Royale
3975 Overland Ave, Culver City, CA 90232
"I visited Studio Royale Assisted Living and I thought it was very impressive. We also ran into a friend who's residing...
Assisted Living
$3,895
Reviews of Communities Nearby
Assisted Living
Conrad
5.0
Review of Brookdale Ocean House
My daughter, a longtime resident of Santa Monica, found this place for me, an elderly widower. I am glad she did. The location is perfect, across the street from the beach, and near the pier. The...
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!
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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.
