Bentley Suites by SCH is an assisted living facility located in Santa Monica, California, offering a range of residential options including assisted living, memory care, and general senior living. The community is designed to support older adults who require various levels of assistance, especially those with memory-related conditions. The facility features secured areas for residents needing memory support, and provides both private and community spaces, including indoor and outdoor walking paths, an outdoor pool, and fitness and wellness centers. Residents have access to club and community activities that encourage socialization and engagement, as well as language support in English, Spanish, and Mandarin.
Care services at Bentley Suites by SCH include comprehensive assistance with activities of daily living, including full support with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. The facility offers a 12-16 hour on-site nursing presence, supplemented by regular oversight from licensed nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech therapists. Medical services provided include diabetes management, medication management, wound care, hospice, home health aide support, and ambulatory and incontinence care. Additional health and wellness amenities include dental and podiatry care, a pharmacy, mental wellness programming, and access to a beauty/barber salon. Laundry and dry cleaning services are available to all residents. Regular religious services are conducted for residents who wish to participate, and therapy rooms are accessible for both individual and group memory care sessions. Onsite fitness programs and yoga classes provide further opportunities for physical exercise and wellbeing.
Transportation services at Bentley Suites by SCH are tailored to meet both medical and personal needs of residents. The facility arranges transportation for non-medical purposes and offers transportation at cost for residents requiring travel to medical appointments, shopping, and social outings. These services support residents in maintaining medical routines and independence in their daily activities outside the community.
Based on resident and family feedback, the community is recognized for its quality care and dedicated staff who are attentive and typically know residents by name. Families and residents often mention the diverse activities and opportunities for mental and social engagement, in addition to a welcoming and well-maintained common area environment with a prime location near the beach. Areas for improvement, noted by some reviewers, include response times from medical staff, the need for more prompt facility maintenance and housekeeping, and enhanced communication around care fees and management concerns. The dining experience garners mixed opinions, reflecting variability in food quality and menu options. Despite these challenges, most reviews reflect positively on resident safety, happiness, and engagement, highlighting strong recommendations from many family members.
Costs at this community start at $4,995 and range up to $5,730. The average price in the community is $5,075, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,972. 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.
