Bentley Suites

Why we like it

• One of the best locations in LA for senior living

  Blocks from the beach, walking distance to the Promenade, and surrounded by world-class hospitals including UCLA Santa Monica and Providence Saint John's. The Santa Monica location is genuinely hard to beat for quality of life and medical access.

• Accepts Medi-Cal through the ALW program

  Santa Monica assisted living at an accessible price point is rare. ALW participation can significantly offset costs for eligible residents, making this prime location available to families who might assume they can't afford it.

• Mid-size community with personal feel

  At 44 beds, Bentley Suites is large enough to offer real amenities — commercial kitchen, entertainment area, elevator — but small enough that residents aren't anonymous. A good balance between resources and intimacy.

• Purpose-built for accessibility

  Handicap entrance, elevator, two staircases, and secured entry. The building is designed for mobility-challenged residents from the ground up, not retrofitted.

• Below-average safety record

  The FYI Safety Score™ is 3.4 out of 10 (Poor), based on state inspection data. This reflects a significantly higher-than-typical number of citations and substantiated complaints. Ask management directly about their inspection history and what concrete steps they've taken to address issues.

• Only 3 years of operation

  Licensed in 2022, Bentley Suites is very new. The safety record concerns are particularly notable for a young community — this is the period when operations should be at their freshest. Ask about what has changed since inspections flagged issues.

• Part of a multi-facility chain

  Operated by Specialized Community Healthcare, which runs several locations. Reviews on the website reference other properties in the network. Make sure you're evaluating this specific location, not the brand overall.

Pricing

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Frequently asked questions

How safe is Bentley Suites?

Bentley Suites has a FYI Safety Score of 3.4 out of 9.9, our proprietary score based on California state inspection records. 21 state citations and 11 verified complaints have been documented since 2023 across 29 inspections.

How much does Bentley Suites cost?

Bentley Suites starts at $3,500 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.

Does Bentley Suites offer memory care?

Bentley Suites does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.

Does Bentley Suites accept Medi-Cal?

Yes, Bentley Suites participates in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program and accepts Medi-Cal.

When was Bentley Suites last inspected?

The most recent state inspection visit to Bentley Suites was on 2026-01-15. The facility has received 29 total inspection visits on record.

How many violations does Bentley Suites have?

Bentley Suites has 21 state citations and 11 verified complaints since 2023 across 29 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 3.4 out of 9.9, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.

How long has Bentley Suites been in operation?

Bentley Suites has been licensed for 3 years in Santa Monica, California, with a licensed capacity of 44 beds.

Facility Details

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record

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