Brookdale Ocean House is an assisted living and senior living community located in Santa Monica, California, near the Pacific Ocean and Santa Monica Pier. The facility provides a range of care options tailored to older adults who require support with daily living activities and those seeking an active, maintenance-free lifestyle. The setting offers ocean views and is designed to support both independent and assisted living residents, with spacious, modern rooms—many featuring large windows or balconies—and common spaces such as libraries, rooftop gardens, fitness rooms, and a theater.
Care and medical support at Brookdale Ocean House encompasses services for residents with varied needs, including memory care for individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia, incontinence care, diabetes management, wound care, and hospice support. Licensed nursing staff are available to monitor health needs and administer medication management. The facility also arranges access to speech therapy, occupational therapy, and features an onsite therapy room. Additional health services such as podiatry and dental care are available. Ambulatory care is supported for those needing assistance with mobility, and full assistance can be provided with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting.
Residents have access to laundry and dry cleaning services as well as an onsite barber/beauty salon. Wellness and fitness programs are offered to promote overall health. Daily life is further supported by attentive caregivers, dining and housekeeping staff, and a variety of onsite activities and outings. Services can be tailored and are available in more than one language, including French, to accommodate diverse residents.
Family and resident reviews highlight the spectacular coastal views, convenient location, and attentive staff as hallmarks of the community. The environment is often described as positive and lively, created by caring and responsive staff members across all departments. While dining experiences receive mixed opinions, the staff’s flexibility and accommodation of resident preferences are noted. Occasional concerns regarding service are reported but generally resolved quickly. Many residents and their families comment on the high quality of care and support provided, correlating the cost of living at Brookdale Ocean House to its amenities and prime location. Overall, the community is recognized for delivering a supportive, safe, and engaging environment for seniors requiring varying levels of care.
Costs at this community start at $5,075 and range up to $7,650. The average price in the community is $6,645, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,980. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.