MyLivingChoice

Santa Monica Health Care Center

1320 20th Street

3.8(33 ratings)· Santa Monica average: 4.1

Santa Monica Health Care Center — photo 11 / 5

Quick Facts

Total units
59
Medicare rating
3 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Partnership
Certified beds
59
Infection control
Maintains a dedicated COVID isolation unit
Rehab services
On-site PT, OT, and speech therapy with physicians
Dietary care
Registered dietician manages medically ordered meal plans

What Families Think

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 surgery. Most reviews praise specific caregivers, therapists, and administrators by name for compassion and attentiveness, though one reviewer raised concerns about discharge practices and food quality.

The Good

  • Staff frequently praised by name for compassion
  • Physical/occupational therapy helped patients regain mobility
  • Accommodated language and dietary needs for residents
  • Families felt informed and supported during recovery
  • Small personal touches like birthday celebrations

The Bad

  • One report that discharge timing seemed tied to insurance coverage
  • One reviewer described food as bland hospital-style meals
  • One reviewer noted limited communication from staff

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

About Santa Monica Health Care Center

Santa Monica Health Care Center is a skilled nursing facility in Santa Monica, California offering comprehensive skilled nursing care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with a focus on quality of life.

The center provides rehabilitation services including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, with rehabilitation professionals collaborating with residents' physicians to develop individualized care plans. Dietary services are led by a registered dietician who works with physicians to provide nutritious meals according to medical orders, including feeding assistance and retraining as needed.

The facility assists residents with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, and eating, along with restorative nursing care. Social Services staff help meet residents' social, spiritual, recreational, and emotional needs.

The facility maintains a dedicated COVID isolation unit and has implemented comprehensive infection control measures including monitoring for symptoms, proper personal protective equipment use, active screening of employees and visitors, and staff hygiene training to ensure the health and well-being of residents and staff.

Types of Care

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Need help deciding?

Tell us what you're looking for and we'll match you with communities that fit — free, and you choose who contacts you.

Help Me Choose

Reviews

3.8overall · 33 ratings combined

3.8★ on Google (33)

Vanessa Forte

Mar 2026

via Google

SPECIAL THANKS AFTER GRADUATING FROM SKILLED CARE: Carmel: My very professional night shift nurse never became overwhelmed and treated patients with genuine compassion and like we were her own family! Very brilliant! Belinda: Administrator who assured patients had what they needed in the most compassionate manner. She runs this place and I don't know how she does it, but nothing gets missed and she's a great listener! Marie: Who was my first point of contact when the ambulance transported me from RRUCLA. Marie made my stay and accommodated my personal medical issues and kept them confidential and works in collaboration with the Administrator with a sense of humor and handles things promptly. Lon and Daniel: I have joined the Y already in my area to start swimming again starting with aerobics onto free swim. They both made me stronger and never dull moments. When I first arrived, I couldn't walk alone. I've continued what they've taught me. CNA: My CNA'S worked all through the night and assured I was clean, beds changed, fed, and worked closely with activities Director Letty.

Jeannie H

Feb 2026

via Google

My brother was transferred from UCLA Medical Center last week. Since then, he’s been eating better, the physical therapy has been helping and everyone has been very helpful. Ms. Carmelle in particular, has been tremendously helpful, making sure my brother has everything he needs, answering all of our questions and being very attentive. It’s not easy for my brother to be there or for me to have a family member in a care facility. However, it’s people like Ms. Carmelle who makes it a little easier. Her thoughtfulness and compassion is truly commendable. I firmly believe that she leads by example, hence the other supportive staffs are warm and caring as well. Thank you, Ms. Carmelle for everything you do on a daily basis. Please know that your hard work does not go unnoticed and we truly appreciate you. I hope your superiors and the board of directors recognize and appreciate you as much as we do. If you ever need a recommendation letter, id be happy to write one. Sincerely, Jeannie Hubbard/Jerry Kim.

Kane Hoffman

Sep 2025

via Google

They seem to want to get the patient to leave or self pay. They stated my brother was ready when he could not get up or onto the walker without substantial help. Rather than state that he could not get up, they stated he can walk with minor supervision causing the insurance to cut him off. Food is hospital food. Communication is limited. They accommodate.

carolina dharod

Jan 2025

via Google

I am very appreciative with the entire team here at Santa Monica health center. My mother in law had hip surgery and was treated with the most respectful kindness we all want our parents to be given. I want to thank each and every person here, my heart is full, they treated her with so much love, she was happy the entire time. We absolutely loved the kindest therapist that gave her strength and encouragement, the lovely staff that helped her with her everyday room cleaning, her showers, the desk staff, the beautiful ladies at social services that made her exit day smooth. Brings tears to my heart to see the kindness here and the patients all greeting eachother and sending good vibes to one another. We all want the best care for our parents and always want to not worry and I found this with this entire team. You are my family now🙏thank you Carolina Dharod

anita dharod

Jan 2025

via Google

My grandma had hip surgery and has been staying here for about a month. The staff here is really great and went above and beyond in giving her care. She mostly speaks Hindi and they helped figuring out how to play movies on the tv in her language, they all do a great job treating her with care. She had some special requests for food and Michelle in admissions went above and beyond to help with that. We are extremely grateful for how much they helped with her recovery. On her birthday, they had a cake brought for her which made her so happy!! They have really kind people who work here who go above and beyond for patients!

Request information

Ask about availability, pricing, or a tour. Your details go only to Santa Monica Health Care Center — never sold or shared.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Santa Monica Health Care Center offer?

Santa Monica Health Care Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Santa Monica Health Care Center located?

Santa Monica Health Care Center is located at 1320 20th Street in Santa Monica, California.

What do families say about Santa Monica Health Care Center?

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 surgery. Most reviews praise specific caregivers, therapists, and administrators by name for compassion and attentiveness, though one reviewer raised concerns about discharge practices and food quality.

Work at Santa Monica Health Care Center? Claim this listing to update photos, pricing, and details — it's free.

Nearby Communities

Other senior living options within 25 miles of Santa Monica.