Santa Monica Home Care

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What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?

At least 6 hours per year.

Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Santa Monica Home Care. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?

Our population is mainly dementia clients/memory care. The age range currently is 62-101 years old although most are between 80-95 years old. Favorite things to do is sitting in garden, and participating in our movies on the patio.

What programs or activities does Santa Monica Home Care offer to enrich residents' well-being?

We tailor our activities to our resident's needs. They range from bean-bag toss and chair exercises to arts and craft sessions to mellow group activities including watching classic movies and listening to nostalgic music.

What places are near Santa Monica Home Care or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?

We are near shopping on Montana Ave and a short 10 blocks to Palisades Park overlooking the ocean. We are one block from the grocery market and bank, close to the Post Office, and a few blocks from many different religious places of worship.

What transportation services does Santa Monica Home Care offer to assisted living residents?

We assist and arrange for doctor trips. Assist with other transportation issues.

What makes the chef or dining program at Santa Monica Home Care exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?

The cooks are professionally trained. Our menu focuses on well-balanced food. Physician required dietary needs accepted. Menu is designed with familiar foods in mind with alternates when requested.

What safety features or security measures does Santa Monica Home Care offer to assisted living residents?

Gated community with door and window alarms. We use bed monitors and floor alarms when needed. Staff makes round at least every 30 minutes or as needed. Awake staff 24/7. We have two-person lifts available.

How does Santa Monica Home Care keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?

Regular phone calls and newsletters.

What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Santa Monica Home Care during daytime and nighttime hours?

Staff ratio daytime 1:3 and night 1:7. We also have staff on-call at night on-premises. Administrator on-site essentially 24/7.

If Santa Monica Home Care accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?

We are pet friendly. All animals must be evaluated before move-in. A fee applies. Visiting animals are welcome. We have a dog and cat on-site. We have a large front yard for play.

What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?

We have 40 hours of training every year for the staff.

What safety features or security measures does Santa Monica Home Care provide to protect residents who wander?

Alarms and locked gates.

Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?

Administrators evaluate with help of the resident's physician.

What techniques does Santa Monica Home Care use to support memory care residents during mealtimes?

Full assistance by staff as needed.

Describe the neighborhood around Santa Monica Home Care. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?

Residential neighborhood

Is Santa Monica Home Care affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?

No.

Services and Amenities of Santa Monica Home Care

About Santa Monica Home Care

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With 4 wonderful Care Homes to choose from right in the neighborhood, Gary Strathearn founded Santa Monica Home & Care in 1995 after a family member required hands-on care in a home-like environment and he couldn’t find adequate resources in Santa Monica or the surrounding area. Family owned and operated with management living on-site, the team consists of Gary, Jennifer, Donna, and Svetlana.

SERVICES:

• 24-Hour Care
• High Staff To Client Ratio
• Management Lives On Site
• Home-Style Kitchen, Separate Cook, Special Diets, Alternate Meals
• Assistance With Dressing, Medications, Bathing, Eating
• Incontinence Management
• Daily Housekeeping And Linens
• Laundry Service
• Medication Management/Ordering
• Medical Visits Arrangements
• Staff Trained To Handle Dementia Clients
• Hospice Spaces Available
• Transportation Arranged

ACCOMMODATIONS:

• Private And Shared (Double) Occupancy Rooms
• Clients May Bring Own Furniture
• Option To Have Room Fully Furnished

FACILITIES:

• Located Few Short Blocks From Ocean
• Open-Door Policy For Family At Any Time
• Pet Friendly (After Approval)
• Cable Television
• Wi-Fi (1 GB/Sec)
• Alexa Available In Common Rooms
• Home-Style Living Room
• Alarmed Exits
• Fenced Yards
• Gated Community
• Fire Sprinklers

FOOD SERVICE:

• Three Meals Daily
• Special Requests
• Tray Service
• Meal Times Adjusted To Client
• Afternoon Snacks
• Family Invited To Join

ACTIVITIES:

• Socialization Stressed
• Music Therapy
• Arts And Crafts
• Games Daily
• Holiday And Birthday Parties Where Families Are Always Invited
• Mental Stimulation Exercises
• Physical Exercises And Assisted Walking
• Religious Ceremonies Observed
• Accredited Activities Director With Daily Scheduled Activities

What Makes Us Special

Gary (Ph.D. in Biogeochemistry) has been on the faculty at UCLA and Santa Monica College and also consults in design of medical devices. Jennifer has been with the facility since 2010 and has a degree in culinary arts, certifications in yoga instruction and is licensed in residential care as an administrator. Donna, our activity director, who retired a short time ago from the medical field (optometry) now spends the day in socialization and social skills while directing activities for the clients. Our final team member, Svetlana, began her career as a caregiver, then soon progressed to manager and administrator, and is now continuing her education to become a nurse.