Best Skilled Nursing in Santa Monica, California
11 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 11 skilled nursing communities in Santa Monica. Families rate them 4.1 out of 5 on average, across 662 public reviews.
- 11communities
- 4.1average rating, 11 rated
- 662family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Ocean Park Healthcare Center
Santa Monica, California
5(22)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Sunset Park Healthcare Center
Santa Monica, California
5(15)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Ocean Pointe Healthcare Center
Santa Monica, California
4.4(28)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Brentwood Health Care Center
Santa Monica, California
4.2(171)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Good Shepherd Health Care
Santa Monica, California
3.9(12)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Fireside Health Care Center
Santa Monica, California
4(96)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Pacific Post Acute
Santa Monica, California
3.9(44)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Santa Monica Health Care Center
Santa Monica, California
3.8(33)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Santa Monica Rehabilitation Center
Santa Monica, California
3.8(52)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Beachwood Post-Acute & Rehab
Santa Monica, California
3.8(169)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Berkley West Healthcare Center
Santa Monica, California
2.8(20)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Santa Monica
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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5 (22 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 41 units
Families describe Ocean Park Healthcare Center as a small, tightly-knit skilled nursing community in Santa Monica where staff work well as a team and go out of their way to make transitions smooth for residents and their…
- 2
5 (15 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 44 units
Families describe Sunset Park Healthcare Center as a warm, well-run skilled nursing facility with attentive nursing staff and strong leadership. Reviewers consistently praise the care given to loved ones and the teamwork…
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Ocean Pointe Healthcare Center
4.4 (28 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 72 units
Reviewers describe Ocean Pointe as a clean, professionally run skilled nursing and rehab facility where nursing and therapy staff are attentive and communicative. Multiple reviews highlight strong recovery outcomes after…
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4.2 (171 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 59 units
Families consistently praise the caring, attentive staff at Brentwood Health Care Center, especially the physical and occupational therapy team, and note the facility feels clean and well-staffed for its size. Reviewers…
- 5
3.9 (12 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 48 units
Good Shepherd Health Care is a small skilled nursing and long-term care community in Santa Monica, rated 3.9 out of 5 from 12 Google reviews. Most reviewers praise the staff, food, activities, and ease of the admissions…
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4 (96 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 66 units
Fireside Health Care Center is a skilled nursing and long-term care community in Santa Monica licensed for up to 66 residents. It holds a 4 out of 5 rating from 95 Google reviews, though no individual review text or…
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3.9 (44 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 49 units
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Santa Monica Health Care Center
3.8 (33 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 59 units
Reviewers describe Santa Monica Health Care Center as a skilled nursing and rehab facility where many families felt staff went above and beyond for their loved ones' recovery, especially after hospital transfers or…
- 9
Santa Monica Rehabilitation Center
3.8 (52 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 144 units
Santa Monica Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing and rehab facility with a 3.9 Google rating from 49 reviewers, though no written reviews were provided to detail specific experiences. The facility emphasizes…
- 10
3.8 (169 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 227 units
Reviewers frequently praise the staff's attentiveness, the quality of physical therapy, and the cleanliness of the facility during short-term rehab stays. However, a few reviews raise serious care concerns, including…
What families say about skilled nursing in Santa Monica
Counted across the review summaries of 11 Santa Monica communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 73%
- Medical and nursing care 64%
- Activities and social life 55%
- Building and grounds 55%
- Cleanliness 45%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 45%
- Staff attitude 36%
- Cost and billing 36%
- Building and upkeep 27%
“I always enjoy visiting the facility. The staff are exceptional, and the environment is truly impressive. Leo, the Social Services Director, is highly knowledgeable and very helpful. I would gladly recommend this facility to clients and families.”
“Nurse Dananai was amazing and provided the best care possible here at this facility. The facility is clean and is very modern looking. Definitely recommend this place to those considering a nursing facility in the Santa Monica area”
Skilled Nursing in Santa Monica: the figures
- •Of the 11 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 7 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60.
- •11 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.6 out of 5: 2 rated four stars or better, 2 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: medication management (11), 24-hour staff (11), wheelchair accessible (11), emergency call system (11), on-site nurse (rn) (11), housekeeping (10).
Skilled Nursing near Santa Monica
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Culver City5 mi | 10 | 4 / 5 | 5 mi |
| Beverly Hills6 mi | 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 6 mi |
| Inglewood8.4 mi | 15 | 3.9 / 5 | 8.4 mi |
| Sherman Oaks9.3 mi | 88 | 4.5 / 5 | 9.3 mi |
| Encino9.5 mi | 73 | 4.6 / 5 | 9.5 mi |
| Studio City9.8 mi | 15 | 3.7 / 5 | 9.8 mi |
| Los Angeles10 mi | 296 | 4 / 5 | 10 mi |
| Hawthorne10.4 mi | 15 | 3.7 / 5 | 10.4 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 21, 2026 from the 11 communities listed in Santa Monica, 662 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Santa Monica ask about.
- Home Care in California: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Santa Monica: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Santa Monica, California?
MyLivingChoice lists 11 skilled nursing long term care communities in Santa Monica, California, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Santa Monica are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Ocean Park Healthcare Center (5★, 22 ratings), Sunset Park Healthcare Center (5★, 15 ratings), Ocean Pointe Healthcare Center (4.4★, 28 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Santa Monica?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Santa Monica has skilled nursing / long term care (11 communities), assisted living (7 communities), memory care (3 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Santa Monica?
Families rate Santa Monica skilled nursing long term care communities 4.1 out of 5 on average, across 662 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Santa Monica skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 11 Santa Monica communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 73%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 64%), activities and social life (mentioned for 55%). The most common concerns are communication with families (45%), staff attitude (36%), cost and billing (36%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Santa Monica?
Of the 11 Santa Monica communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 7 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Santa Monica nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
11 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Santa Monica carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.6 out of 5. 2 are rated four stars or better and 2 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
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