Brookdale Ocean House

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  • Interior

    Bright living room with a view of the balcony and comfortable furnishings.
  • Outdoors

    A modern building with a green outdoor area in front.
  • Decor

    A beautifully arranged restaurant dining area with tables set for guests, featuring large windows and elegant curtains.
  • Living Room

    A cozy lounge area featuring elegant furniture, a grand piano, and a large aquarium.
  • Building

    A modern multi-story building surrounded by palm trees and cars on a sunny day.
  • Bedroom

    A modern and spacious bedroom with a large window view and balcony access.
  • Windows

    A meeting room with a grand piano and large windows overlooking the ocean.
  • Seating Area

    An inviting outdoor seating area with comfortable furniture and lush greenery.
  • Bookshelves

    A cozy reading nook with comfortable chairs and bookshelves overlooking a scenic view through large windows.
  • Balcony

    A scenic beach view from a balcony featuring wooden patio furniture and a red umbrella.

Brookdale Ocean House

2107 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90405

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

4.4 from 59 reviews
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Assisted Living Independent Living

Pricing

Brookdale Ocean House presents a unique offering in terms of monthly costs, particularly when compared to both Los Angeles County and the broader California state averages. For a studio apartment, residents can expect to pay $7,540, which significantly exceeds the county average of $4,172 and the state average of $4,145. The one-bedroom option further highlights this trend, with a monthly cost of $10,020 versus the county's average of $4,603 and California's average of $4,340. This pricing reflects Brookdale Ocean House's premium amenities and personalized services aimed at providing an enhanced living experience for its residents.

Room TypeBrookdale Ocean HouseLos Angeles CountyCalifornia
Studio$7,540$4,172$4,145
1 Bedroom$10,020$4,603$4,340

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    Overall Review

    Pros

    • pro The location of Ocean House offers spectacular views, making it a beautiful place to live.
    • pro The staff at Ocean House is friendly, accommodating, and caring, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere for residents.
    • pro Residents enjoy great food prepared by a dedicated chef, with options for meals available throughout the day.
    • pro The community offers various activities that engage residents and foster social connections.
    • pro Brookdale Ocean House provides a clean, modern environment that enhances the living experience for its residents.
    • pro Many residents appreciate the flexibility in dining and the opportunity to participate in numerous activities.
    • pro Overall impressions of the facility highlight its pleasant atmosphere and supportive services for independent living.

    Cons

    • pro The community is sometimes short on staff, which can affect the level of care provided.
    • pro One resident reported feeling isolated and expressed concern that loved ones might not notice if they were in distress.
    • pro The parking lot is limiting, which detracted from the overall experience for some residents.
    • pro Rooms were described as claustrophobic with insufficient cooking facilities, making them unsuitable for some individuals.
    • pro Although there are many activities available, one resident noted that the recent recovery from COVID-19 had led to fewer opportunities for engagement.
    • pro Some caregivers appeared overwhelmed, indicating that there weren’t enough staff members to meet all residents' needs.

    Review

    Brookdale Ocean House, situated in Santa Monica, has garnered a mixture of positive and critical reviews from residents and their families. Many individuals praised the facility for its breathtaking ocean views and vibrant community atmosphere. Residents often noted the friendly and accommodating staff, emphasizing the sense of camaraderie that exists not only among staff members but also between long-term residents. The beautiful location directly by the beach was frequently mentioned as a major draw, making it an appealing place for those seeking a coastal lifestyle.

    The amenities offered at Brookdale Ocean House stand out in many reviews. People were impressed by the well-maintained facilities, which included spacious accommodations featuring sliding doors leading to small balconies with ocean views. Residents appreciated access to well-appointed bathrooms that could accommodate wheelchairs, alongside modern conveniences such as fridges and microwaves in each unit. The facility also boasts an onsite movie room, gym, library, and various communal areas designed to foster social interaction among residents. Additionally, activities like bingo and other forms of entertainment are regularly organized, along with excursions to shopping centers and local attractions.

    Dining at Brookdale Ocean House received considerable attention as well. Reviewers highlighted Chef Joe's commitment to providing excellent meals that catered to various dietary needs. Residents enjoyed flexible dining options; they could choose between eating in their apartments or in the main dining area where three meals a day were served alongside snacks throughout the day. The menu options were generally reported as "excellent," contributing positively to residents' overall satisfaction with life at Ocean House.

    However, some reviews pointed out challenges regarding staffing levels at times when demand for care was high. While caregivers showed commendable dedication and compassion towards residents, there were observations about potential delays in receiving assistance during busy hours—particularly concerning medication administration or timely transportation to meals in the dining room. Despite these hiccups, many reviewers expressed their awareness of management actively seeking new hires who would uphold high standards of care.

    While most testimonials reflected happy experiences within this lovely community, there were mixed feelings from a few individuals regarding specific personal needs not being fully met. For instance, one current resident criticized aspects of solitary living while also appreciating the view—the sentiment encapsulated humorously through a suggested slogan meant to describe their experience at Brookdale Ocean House: “A Place You Can Go to Die Alone In Your Apartment With No One Noticing; BUT At Least You Have An Ocean View!” Such stark reflections contrasted sharply with others who found joyful companionship among friends and kind staff members who created meaningful connections.

    In summary, Brookdale Ocean House presents itself as a beautiful senior living community enriched by stunning scenery and supportive surroundings. While many residents appear generally satisfied with their experiences—especially relishing engaging activities and good food—others have raised concerns about staffing shortages affecting personalized care services available around-the-clock. Overall impressions reflect an appreciation for independence coupled with available support structures suited for seniors choosing this picturesque beachside residence.

    Features

    Housing

    • 150 resident community capacity 150 resident community capacity
    • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
    • Studio apartments Studio apartments

    Types of Care

    • Assisted Living Assisted Living
    • Independent Living Independent Living

    Pets

    • Cats allowed Cats allowed
    • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

    Amenities

    • Activities off-site Activities off-site
    • Activities on-site Activities on-site
    • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
    • Bath tubs Bath tubs
    • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
    • Beauty salon Beauty salon
    • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
    • Computer center Computer center
    • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
    • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
    • Dining room Dining room
    • Financing advice Financing advice
    • Fitness room Fitness room
    • Full kitchen Full kitchen
    • Fully furnished Fully furnished
    • Gaming room Gaming room
    • Garden Garden
    • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
    • Guest parking Guest parking
    • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
    • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
    • Kitchenette Kitchenette
    • Laundry Laundry
    • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
    • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
    • Outdoor space Outdoor space
    • Party space Party space
    • Pet friendly Pet friendly
    • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
    • Private cleaning services Private cleaning services
    • Resident parking Resident parking
    • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
    • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
    • Small library Small library
    • TV room TV room
    • Telephone Telephone
    • Wellness center Wellness center
    • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
    • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
    • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Care Services

    • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
    • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
    • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
    • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
    • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
    • Diabetic care Diabetic care
    • Hospice care Hospice care
    • Incontinence care Incontinence care
    • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
    • Medication management Medication management
    • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
    • Physical therapy Physical therapy
    • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
    • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

    Dining

    • Anytime dining Anytime dining
    • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
    • Guest meals Guest meals
    • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
    • Low fat Low fat
    • Meals provided Meals provided
    • Professional chef Professional chef
    • Renal Renal
    • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
    • Room service Room service
    • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
    • Vegan Vegan
    • Vegetarian Vegetarian

    Activities

    • Activities off-site Activities off-site
    • Art classes Art classes
    • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
    • Catholic services Catholic services
    • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
    • Concierge services Concierge services
    • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
    • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
    • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
    • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
    • Fitness programs Fitness programs
    • Forever fit Forever fit
    • Games Games
    • Gardening club Gardening club
    • Happy hour Happy hour
    • Jewish services Jewish services
    • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
    • Live musical performances Live musical performances
    • Planned day trips Planned day trips
    • Religious services Religious services
    • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
    • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

    Languages Spoken

    • English English
    • Farsi Farsi
    • Spanish Spanish
    • Tagalog Tagalog

    Description

    Brookdale Ocean House in Santa Monica, CA is a vibrant and welcoming assisted living community designed for seniors who desire an independent lifestyle with the added convenience of assistance with daily living activities. The community offers spacious studio apartments that are fully furnished and equipped with private bathrooms, full kitchens, and air-conditioning.

    Residents at Brookdale Ocean House can enjoy a wide range of amenities and services that cater to their physical, social, and spiritual well-being. There are numerous activities available on-site, including art classes, fitness programs, games, live performances, and educational speakers. The community also offers a beautiful garden and outdoor common areas where residents can relax or engage in gardening club activities.

    For those who prefer not to cook, the community provides restaurant-style dining with delicious meals prepared by a professional chef. Special dietary restrictions such as diabetes diet, low sodium, low fat, vegan, and vegetarian options are also available. Room service is provided for added convenience.

    At Brookdale Ocean House, residents have access to various care services aimed at ensuring their safety and comfort. These services include 24-hour call system and supervision, assistance with activities of daily living like bathing and dressing, medication management, coordination with health care providers, incontinence care, physical therapy, diabetic care and specialized meal preparation.

    Transportation is readily available for both non-medical purposes such as shopping trips or outings organized by the community as well as medical appointments arranged by the staff. Additionally,the community provides move-in coordination services to make transitioning into the senior living community seamless.

    Brookdale Ocean House prides itself on its welcoming environment that encourages socialization and engagement among residents. The concierge services ensure that residents' needs are met while resident-run activities promote a sense of belonging within the community.

    The language needs of diverse residents are accommodated with staff members fluent in Farsi (Persian), Spanish, and Tagalog. Nearby amenities include cafes for socializing or meeting friends, parks for outdoor recreation, pharmacies for convenient access to medication, physicians for medical care, restaurants with various cuisines and places of worship for spiritual needs. Additionally, there is a hospital in close proximity to provide any necessary medical attention.

    Overall, Brookdale Ocean House is a nurturing community where seniors can maintain their independence while receiving the support they need to live a fulfilling and active lifestyle.

    Nearby Places of Interest

    Located in the vibrant city of Santa Monica, California, this area offers a variety of amenities for seniors looking for a convenient and active lifestyle. With a plethora of restaurants such as Urth Caff and True Food Kitchen within walking distance, residents can enjoy delicious meals without having to travel far. The proximity to parks like Ocean View Park and Santa Monica State Beach provides opportunities for leisurely strolls or relaxing afternoons by the ocean. Additionally, there are several pharmacies nearby for easy access to medications and healthcare needs. For those who enjoy spending time at cafes, The Rose Cafe & Market and Gjusta are popular options in the neighborhood. In terms of healthcare, Santa Monica - UCLA Medical Center & Orthopaedic Hospital is conveniently located just 1.5 miles away. Overall, this area offers a desirable mix of dining options, outdoor spaces, healthcare facilities, and transportation options like Los Angeles International Airport within close reach for seniors looking to settle down in Santa Monica.

    Restaurants

    • Urth Caffé (0.2 miles)
    • Big Dean's Ocean Front Cafe (0.5 miles)
    • Bubba Gump Shrimp Co (0.6 miles)
    • True Food Kitchen (0.6 miles)
    • Maria Sol Restaurant (0.6 miles)
    • Meat On Ocean (0.7 miles)
    • Santa Monica Whaler (0.7 miles)

    Parks

    • Ocean View Park (0.5 miles)
    • Santa Monica State Beach (0.6 miles)
    • South Beach Park (0.7 miles)
    • DOG PPL - Dog Park, Bar, Cafe & Lounge (0.9 miles)
    • Palisades Park (0.9 miles)
    • Penmar Recreation Center (1.9 miles)
    • Burton Chace Park (3.2 miles)

    Pharmacies

    • Walgreens (0.6 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (1 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
    • Rite Aid (1.5 miles)
    • Rite Aid (1.6 miles)

    Cafes

    • The Rose Cafe & Market (0.9 miles)
    • Gjusta (1.1 miles)
    • Great White (1.6 miles)
    • Intelligentsia Coffee (1.6 miles)
    • Starbucks (2.1 miles)
    • Starbucks (2.2 miles)
    • Chocolate Bash (4.2 miles)

    Hospitals

    • Santa Monica - UCLA Medical Center & Orthopaedic Hospital (1.5 miles)

    Physicians

    • Kaiser Permanente Culver Marina Medical Offices (3.8 miles)
    • UCLA Stein Eye Institute Westwood (4.8 miles)

    Places of Worship

    • King Fahad Mosque (4.5 miles)

    Theaters

    • AMC Century City 15 (5.4 miles)
    • Cinemark 18 and XD (5.8 miles)

    Transportation

    • Tom Bradley International Terminal (6.3 miles)
    • Delta Sky Club (6.3 miles)
    • Terminal 2 (6.4 miles)
    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) (6.4 miles)
    • American Airlines Admirals Club (6.4 miles)
    • TSA Passenger Screening (6.5 miles)
    • Southwest Airlines (6.5 miles)

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