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Reviewed by Victoria Collier, VA-Accredited Attorney Patriot Angels has helped 5,128 families in California access the VA benefits they've earned.
Veteran-Approved Independent Living in Santa Monica
This Santa Monica community is a vetted Patriot Angels partner that welcomes veterans and surviving spouses. It offers independent living with assisted living on the same campus. Ask us whether VA Aid & Attendance, up to $3,845 a month, can offset Santa Monica costs. Start your free eligibility check, or call (844) 757-3047.
Other Options for Veterans Near Santa Monica
Compare a few more partner communities a short drive from Santa Monica.
Santa Monica by the Numbers
What Independent Living Costs in Santa Monica
No Santa Monica-specific figure has been published. Statewide, independent living in California averages $5,357 a month, according to NIC MAP data published by Where You Live Matters, and prices in Santa Monica can run above or below that. Ask each partner above for its current rates.
If a Santa Monica resident needs more help later, assisted living in California has a statewide median of $7,000 a month and non-medical in-home care $7,627 a month (CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey).
Could Aid & Attendance Help Cover Care in Santa Monica?
Aid & Attendance pays toward care, not rent alone. A Santa Monica veteran or surviving spouse who needs help with daily activities may qualify for up to $3,845 a month toward that care. Before applying, review VA’s income and net worth limits so the care bill is counted the right way. Our Aid & Attendance application tips cover what VA looks for in a care claim.
Prefer to talk it through? Call (844) 757-3047
Veterans in and Around Santa Monica
About 2,013 veterans live in Santa Monica, and 995 of them are 65 or older. Los Angeles County, which includes Santa Monica, is home to 209,570 veterans, 105,526 of them 65 or older. Figures come from the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
More California Partner Cities Beyond Santa Monica
See every city on Independent Living in California.
Veteran Families We’ve Helped
Families in Santa Monica and across the country rate Patriot Angels 4.9 on Google. BBB A+ accredited. See all reviews
Questions Santa Monica Families Ask
How many independent living communities are in Santa Monica?
Patriot Angels lists 1 independent living partner community in Santa Monica, CA, out of 112 across California.
Can a Santa Monica veteran use VA benefits toward independent living?
Not for rent alone. If a Santa Monica veteran or surviving spouse also needs help with daily activities and pays for that care, Aid & Attendance may add up to $3,845 a month. Call (844) 757-3047 or use the form above to check.
What if we need more care later?
The Santa Monica partner also offers assisted living on site. Ask each community what happens to your residence if needs change.
More Care Options in Santa Monica
Assisted Living in Santa Monica
Daily help with bathing, dressing, and medications in Santa Monica.
Memory Care in Santa Monica
Secure neighborhoods and dementia-trained staff near Santa Monica.
In-Home Care in Santa Monica
Caregivers who come to the house in Santa Monica, for families not ready to move.
Related Patriot Angels guides
Looking beyond Santa Monica? See Independent Living in California or the complete guide to independent living.
