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Welbrook Santa Monica
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Santa Monica, CA
Exterior view of Welbrook Santa Monica facility Interior common area with seating and decor A cozy, well-decorated resident room Interior view of a cozy common area with seating

Welbrook Santa Monica

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Santa Monica, CA
1450 17Th St, Santa Monica, CA 90404 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Welbrook Santa Monica

Experience unrivaled care with Welbrook Santa Monica, a trusted senior living community settled in the peaceful lands of 17th Street, Santa Monica, CA, specializing in memory care. The community features cozy and warm private residences for seniors to live their best years in comfort and safety. With seniors’ well-being in mind, the community strives to deliver top-tier care and support from a team of compassionate and qualified professionals available around the clock.

Welbrook Santa Monica paves the way for residents to enjoy an active and blissful lifestyle within its beautiful campus by providing a wide array of signature programs that highlight their wellness. Feel good with delicious and healthy meals catering to nutritional needs and tastes. With its serene grounds and incredible amenities, Welbrook Santa Monica is a haven for seniors to enjoy a wondrous retirement.

Facility Direct Line (424) 282-3002
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Bed community size
50-bed community Rank #1133 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1133rd out of 1657 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
8 years in operation Rank #738 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 738th out of 1487 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 88 / 100 Rank #218 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 218th out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
84%
Rank #488 / 1537Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 488th out of 1537 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1537. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
42 / 50
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceOctober 9, 2017
CountyLos Angeles

Ownership & Operating Entity

Welbrook Santa Monica is legally operated by Welbrook Sr Lvng Snta Monica Llc;alta Sr Lvng, Inc, and administered by Catalina Cole.

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 7 citations 15 total visits 11 complaint visits 4 official inspections 8 complaint investigations
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.

1 point above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #793 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 793rd out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. Inspection score: 82 out of 100. Letter grade B-. 1 point above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Moderate citations (Type B) (50% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg) 8 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (30% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (67% below)
• Citations per year (30% below)
• Citations per inspection (85% below)
• Total visits (6% below)
• Complaint visits (15% below)
• Other visits (100% below)
• Complaint investigations (20% below)
Latest Inspection May 7, 2026

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 710 This facility has 30% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 30% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 13 This facility has 67% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 67% better Rank #413 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 413th out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 64 This facility has 50% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 50% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 1.42 This facility has 30% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.4 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 30% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.53.3 This facility has 85% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.5 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 85% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 1516 This facility has 6% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (15 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 6% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1113 This facility has 15% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 15% better Rank #889 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 889th out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 07 This facility has 100% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 100% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 810 This facility has 20% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 20% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on September 19, 2025, cited only one deficiency for missing annual training records for four staff members.
  • The April 3, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated serious safety failures when a resident eloped unsupervised and suffered a fractured hip due to absent staff and unheard alarms.
  • The September 21, 2024 annual inspection found four deficiencies related to staff criminal record clearance, dementia resident assessments, CPR certification, and health screenings.
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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Studio

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Building Type: 2-story

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Address 54.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Santa Monica's city center to Welbrook Santa Monica's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Welbrook Santa Monica is located in Santa Monica, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
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Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
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High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about Welbrook Santa Monica

Who is the owner of Welbrook Santa Monica?

The legal owner and operator of Welbrook Santa Monica is Welbrook Sr Lvng Snta Monica Llc;Alta Sr Lvng, Inc.

Is Welbrook Santa Monica in a walkable area?

Welbrook Santa Monica has a walk score of 88. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Welbrook Santa Monica?

Welbrook Santa Monica's occupancy is 84%.

Who is the administrator of Welbrook Santa Monica?

Catalina Cole is the administrator of Welbrook Santa Monica.

How many beds does Welbrook Santa Monica have?

Welbrook Santa Monica has 50 beds.

Has Welbrook Santa Monica had any recent citations?

Welbrook Santa Monica has had 7 recently reported citations.

Are there photos of Welbrook Santa Monica?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Welbrook Santa Monica in the photo gallery on this page.

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