Good Shepherd Health Care Center of Santa Monica is a nursing home facility located in Santa Monica, California. This center primarily offers nursing home services to its residents and is certified by both Medicare and Medicaid. It has been a participant in the Medicare program since March 22, 1977, and currently houses 40 occupants. The facility provides a range of medical and supportive care services including wound care, hospice, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, and pain management. Residents at Good Shepherd Health Care Center have access to a professional nursing staff that offers essential medical support and care. Furthermore, the facility provides opportunities for residents to engage in clubs and communities, enhancing their social interaction and overall well-being. To support the relationship with residents' families, the center offers resident and family counseling services.
Reviews about Good Shepherd Health Care Center are mixed. Some residents and their families have expressed satisfaction with the new management, the nursing staff, and the quality of food and activities, recommending the facility to others. However, there are also critical reviews that highlight concerns about the quality of care for more severe health issues, citing specific problems such as restrictions related to work and career choices in transitional housing, and a perceived lack of compassion from staff during medical emergencies. Some reviewers suggest considering better-equipped hospitals in nearby major cities for significant medical needs. Overall, while the facility is appreciated for certain positive aspects, it has received feedback indicating areas that could benefit from improvements, particularly concerning more complex healthcare needs and staff responses during emergencies.
Costs at this community start at $8,137 and range up to $8,500. The average price in the community is $8,318, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,954. The cost of nursing homes 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.
