Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Santa Monica, California
1 of 12 nursing homes in Santa Monica (8%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 11 avoid · data
City Average
2.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,070
across 12 facilities
High Risk Facilities
11
6 Grade F
$632,579 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/12
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Santa Monica is adequate, with 12 total facilities and only 1 recommended option, indicating challenges for families seeking quality care. Notably, 11 facilities have incurred a total of $632,579 in fines, underscoring the importance of thorough research before making a decision.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 PACIFIC POST ACUTE (83) — Pacific Post Acute boasts an excellent CMS 5-star rating, reflecting its commitment to quality care and resident satisfaction. With a strong Trust Score of 83/100 and a solid B+ grade, this for-profit facility provides a reliable environment for its 49 residents, ensuring their needs are met with professionalism and compassion.
The other 11 Santa Monica facilities didn't qualify — 11 carry Grade D or F ratings and 8 have fines totaling $632K.
Recommended
Pacific Post Acute boasts an excellent CMS 5-star rating, reflecting its commitment to quality care and resident satisfaction. With a strong Trust Score of 83/100 and a solid B+ grade, this for-profit facility provides a reliable environment for its 49 residents, ensuring their needs are met with professionalism and compassion.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Santa Monica Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.3 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 11?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 6 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 8 Have fines totaling $632,579
- Low-scoring facilities
- 5 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
Questions Santa Monica Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Santa Monica's city average is 2.3 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
8 of 12 Santa Monica facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Santa Monica avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Santa Monica facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Santa Monica, CA are recommended?
1 of 12 nursing homes in Santa Monica (8%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Santa Monica "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Santa Monica?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.