MyLivingChoice

Pacific Post Acute

1323 17th Street

3.9(44 ratings)· Santa Monica average: 4.1

Own this community? Update your listing · Marketing for operators

Pacific Post Acute, photo 11 / 6

Quick Facts

Total units
49
Medicare rating
5 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
49

What Families Think

An automated summary of family reviews and public information. Not verified by MyLivingChoice; confirm services, staffing and pricing with the community.

What reviewers praise

  • 24-hour skilled nursing care
  • Rehabilitation services to regain independence
  • Individualized care plans with family involvement
  • Social services assist with discharge planning
  • 4-star Google rating from 44 reviews

What reviewers flag

  • No published pricing information available
  • No amenities details provided

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Pacific Post Acute is a senior living community in Santa Monica, California offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 3.9 out of 5 across 44 reviews.

About Pacific Post Acute

Pacific Post Acute is a skilled nursing facility located in the heart of Santa Monica, California, providing compassionate skilled nursing care 24 hours a day. The facility offers an array of rehabilitation services designed to help residents regain their independence and return to their homes following hospitalization.

The community recognizes the unique needs of its patients and provides a secure environment that meets both their social and clinical needs while promoting independence. Patients are empowered through individualized programs to work toward restoring maximum functionality and ability. The team works together with patients and their family members to determine the optimal treatment plan for each situation.

Social Services at Pacific Post Acute assist both patients and their families by providing essential information, managing requests and concerns, and helping with care planning and discharge planning. The facility creates positive and uplifting social programs and individualized activities designed to match patient needs and capabilities, and friends and family are welcome to participate.

Types of Care at Pacific Post Acute

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

Activities

  • Social Activities

Need help deciding?

Tell us what you're looking for and we'll match you with communities that fit. Free for families.

Help Me Choose

Reviews of Pacific Post Acute

3.9overall · 44 ratings combined

3.9★ on Google (44)

SoaPure

Aug 2026

via Google ↗ · Report

My elderly father went to Pacific Post Acute to rehab from hand surgery. Instead, he came out of it sicker than when he arrived, and right now he's back in the hospital because of it.<br><br>He was left sitting in a wheelchair in a corner for hours at a time, day after day, with little to no real physical or occupational therapy. That lack of movement led to a blood clot in his leg which traveled to his lungs, a UTI, and a bedsore on his lower back. He is now hospitalized being treated for the blood clots and the infection. Rehab is supposed to help patients recover, this facility made my father worse.<br><br>On top of that, the facility went without air conditioning for 12 days in August. His room was unbearably hot. Family friends who visited him this past Saturday told me the room was still stiflingly warm and that ants were coming in through the windowsill next to his bed.<br><br>Every time we raised concerns, staff pointed to being "short-staffed," but that doesn't explain neglect on this level. Call buttons went unanswered. A wound dressing was left dirty and caked with dried blood until we insisted it be changed. My dad has also told us that the nurses behave very differently when family isn't there watching.<br><br>The 30 days he spent at Pacific Post Acute set his recovery back tremendously, and we still don't know what his road ahead looks like. I chose not to post photos of his surgical wound and bedsore. They are graphic and not for the squeamish, but they exist, and they tell the real story of the care there.<br><br>If you're considering this facility for a loved one's rehab or recovery, please look elsewhere. Based on our experience, the level of care here is not safe.

Ernest Wolfe

Dec 2025

via Google ↗ · Report

Michelle and Mark are both all stars - Michelle is so knowledgeable about this whole complicated process, ane Mark went above and beyond to make sure thing my dad was getting the personalized care he needs.<br><br>It’s hard having a loved one go to a skilled nursing facility, but the people at pacific post acute are like a family that make the whole process much nicer and more manageable for all.

Phyllis Loving

Oct 2025

via Google ↗ · Report

My father was there for 2 months after refusing to return to diffrent skilled nursing facility following hospital discharge. The staff's attitudes were exceptionally kind and professional. The physical rooms weren't the newest or largest but they were clean and the beds were very good. PT and OT were exceptionally good. The staff definitely went beyond the basics to make sure patients had the best possibility to recover fully. We appreciate the teamwork the most. Everyone tried to help instead of just saying it was someone else's job, they would try to get the right person working your issue. My father reported that the food was very good and generous. Snacks were always available and if we left for medical appts over a meal, they would pack a sack lunch. Exceptionally positive and kind staff. I do suggest that family should always check on arrangements and not assume things happen seamlessly. Thanks to Mark, Diana, Sammy, Liz, Grace, Aimee & Steve plus all the dedicated staff whose names I can't spell.

Mike Loving

Aug 2025

via Google ↗ · Report

My dad stayed there. It won't wow you when you walk in the door; I'd give them a 4 for that, but every single staff member I've dealt with there from Sammy (director, I think) or Steve (PT), to the young guy at the front door has been outstanding. The kitchen staff was politely helpful when I brought lunch from home and wanted simple things like a plate and flatware so I could share lunch with my dad. Some people really are on a mission from G-d and getting it done even if there is no band playing when it happens.

T S.

Aug 2025

via Google ↗ · Report

My mom recently was at Pacific Post and I am grateful for the excellent care she received. The staff was very supportive and the physical therapy team outstanding, she regained her strength and mobility in a relatively short period of time. I highly recommend Pacific Post to anyone in need of rehab services.

Request information

Ask about availability, pricing, or a tour.

Have you already been in touch with Pacific Post Acute?

By submitting, you're okay with us and Pacific Post Acute reaching out by phone, email or text.Always free for families. If you move in, the community you chose pays us a referral fee, never you; any nearby communities we suggest are chosen by your answers, never by what they pay us. Referral agreements are our only tie to the communities we list. If a community stops meeting our qualifications, for example its licence lapses or it stops accepting referrals, we stop suggesting it. How we work · FAQ

Government Inspection History

11 inspection visits in the last three years, 54 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Apr 3, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard13 citations
  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 15, 2026

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 22, 2026

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 22, 2026

  • Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 22, 2026

  • Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 22, 2026

  • Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 22, 2026

  • Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 22, 2026

  • Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 22, 2026

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 15, 2026

  • Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 22, 2026

  • Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 15, 2026

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 15, 2026

  • Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternNo revisit needed

Sep 5, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 1, 2025

Jan 23, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard12 citations
  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 13, 2025

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 14, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 14, 2025

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 14, 2025

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 14, 2025

  • Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 14, 2025

  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 14, 2025

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 14, 2025

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 13, 2025

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 13, 2025

  • Have exits that are accessible at all times.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 13, 2025

  • Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 14, 2025

Jan 18, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 3, 2025

Jan 9, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 24, 2025

Sep 14, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 2, 2024

Jun 3, 2024Health Complaint3 citations
  • Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 24, 2024

  • Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 24, 2024

  • Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 24, 2024

Apr 3, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 25, 2024

Feb 26, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 20, 2024

  • Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 20, 2024

Jan 5, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard17 citations
  • Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 26, 2024

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 26, 2024

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 26, 2024

  • Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 25, 2024

  • Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 25, 2024

  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 25, 2024

  • Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 25, 2024

  • Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 26, 2024

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 25, 2024

  • Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 25, 2024

  • Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 25, 2024

  • Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 25, 2024

  • Verify that a nurse aide has been trained; and if they haven't worked as a nurse aide for 2 years, receive retraining.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 25, 2024

  • Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 25, 2024

  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 25, 2024

  • Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 25, 2024

  • Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 25, 2024

Aug 10, 2023Health Complaint2 citations
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 1, 2023

  • Post nurse staffing information every day.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 1, 2023

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Pacific Post Acute offer?

Pacific Post Acute offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Pacific Post Acute located?

Pacific Post Acute is located at 1323 17th Street in Santa Monica, California.

What do families say about Pacific Post Acute?

Pacific Post Acute carries a 3.9 out of 5 rating from 44 Google reviews. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.

How did Pacific Post Acute do on recent health and safety inspections?

Pacific Post Acute had 11 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 54 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

How can families visit Pacific Post Acute?

Submit the Request Information form on this page, or contact Pacific Post Acute directly, to arrange a tour. Sharing your timeline and care needs up front helps the community prepare for your visit.

Work at Pacific Post Acute? Claim this listing to update photos, pricing, and details. It's free.

Nearby Communities

Other senior living options within 25 miles of Santa Monica.

Prefer to stay home?

Home care agencies serving Santa Monica bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.

Reading on this