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Meridian at Bella Mar

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825 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90403

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The staff at Bella Mar are like family. They are patient, cheerful and caring. The facility is quiet and peaceful. They have an amazing retractable roof over the courtyard so it can be used all year round. The residents get fresh air and have the joy of seeing the sky and trees from th

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Meridian at Bella Mar

Bella Mar is a memory care facility located in Santa Monica, California. We specialize in keeping clients safe who are suffering from forms of dementia and providing a loving and comfortable and welcoming environment for them. Our facility can accommodate 32 residents at a time, and we are licensed by California Department of Social Services Community Care. At the time you admit your loved one to Bella Mar, we come up with a customized plan for treatment. The plan is reviewed and revised on a regular basis to suit your family member's needs. Our property is equipped with special monitoring devices that will keep track of your relative and keep them from wandering off the property, so you can be sure we'll do our part to keep your loved one secure while helping them to enjoy certain aspects of their freedom. Bella Mar amenities include tray service, assistance for grooming, hygiene and getting dressed and personal laundry service. Our safety features include a nurse calling system in every resident's room and medical visit coordination so that family members can be sure that their loved ones are being properly cared for at Bella Mar. Please contact Bella Mar to take a...

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Senior living options offered

Memory Care

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Amenities
at Meridian at Bella Mar

Healthcare Services

  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Medication Management
  • Memory Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Incontinence Care

Meals & Dining

  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Room Service
  • Gluten-free
  • Vegan
  • Professional Chef
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Guest Meals
  • Meals Provided
  • Vegetarian

Room Amenities

  • Bath Tubs
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Garden View
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Air Conditioned

Community Amenities

On-site dining options

  • Café or Bistro
  • Private Dining Room

Transportation & parking

  • Complimentary Transportation

Common areas

  • Butterfly garden / Hummingbird garden
  • Library
  • Private Bath
  • TV Lounge
  • Beauty Salon

Recreational areas

  • Piano or Organ
  • Arts and Crafts Center

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Activities

  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Bible Study Group
  • Trivia Games
  • Tai Chi
  • Stretching Classes
  • Book Club
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Bridge Club
  • Live Well Programs
  • Holiday Parties
  • Dances
  • Karaoke
  • Art Classes
  • Birthday Parties
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Cooking Classes
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Walking Club

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Meridian at Bella Mar community exterior
Meridian at Bella Mar

825 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90403

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9.8
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30 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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Active promotion

No

Active promotion

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Active promotion

No

Active promotion

No

Pet friendly

No

Pet friendly

Yes

Pet friendly

Yes

Pet friendly

Yes

Care types offered

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Memory Care

Care types offered

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Assisted Living, Memory Care

Care types offered

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Assisted Living

Care types offered

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Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Reviews

for Meridian at Bella Mar

7 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
14%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
29%
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A Place for Mom has scored Meridian at Bella Mar with 0 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 0 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Meridian at Bella Mar has 7 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 3.6 out of 5.
Overall Rating
3.6
Cleanliness
3.6
Friendliness
3.6
Care Services
3.6
Staff
Meals & Dining
Activities
3.5
Value for Cost
3.6
A Place for Mom has scored Meridian at Bella Mar with 0 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 0 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Meridian at Bella Mar has 7 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 3.6 out of 5.
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anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
February 10, 2018
1.0
Depressing and like a prison with a retractable roof.
Cleanliness
1
Friendliness
1
Value for Cost
1
Care Services
1
Activities
1
Response from Meridian at Bella Mar
February 15, 2018
I'm sorry to hear about your experience at our community. We strive to have a pleasant and welcoming environment for all of our residents. We believe that everyone deserves a great life and to fill our residents days with a variety of activities to accomplish this. If you would like to know more about our community and the activities we offer to make a fun-filled day for our residents please call us at [removed]
anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
January 30, 2016
5.0
Verified Review
The staff at Bella Mar are like family. They are patient, cheerful and caring. The facility is quiet and peaceful. They have an amazing retractable roof over the courtyard so it can be used all year round. The residents get fresh air and have the joy of seeing the sky and trees from the courtyard. The residents eat in the dining room or in the courtyard. The rooms look out into the courtyard. Bella Mar is a loving and safe environment.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Response from Meridian at Bella Mar
June 13, 2019
Thank you for your review. We take great pride in our staff who help ensure that each resident has the best experience possible.
anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
October 23, 2015
4.5
Verified Review
Bright and cheerful facility
There are lots of activities for the residents here. The facility is very bright, cheerful and full of light. I love the atmosphere here. The staff is great and the residents seem very happy and active. They interact with each other well.
Cleanliness
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
Value for Cost
4.5
Care Services
4.5
Activities
4.5
Response from Meridian at Bella Mar
June 13, 2019
Thank you for your review. We are excited to have your loved one with us at Meridian at Bella Mar. Thank you for your trust in our staff to provide exceptional care for those who matter most.
anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
May 21, 2015
5.0
Verified Review
History, Rustic Charm, Gentle Care and Kindness
This is a unique assisted living for those with memory care needs. It is a small, boutique-y community with rich history and rustic charm. The utilization of outdoor space can only be done in sunny, southern California. The weather is perfect, the residents get plenty of sunshine. We experienced sincere and kind engagement going on and the residents have some terrific talents and stories to share that will warm your heart. The accommodations and care are expensive but it's Santa Monica and your front room is practically the Pacific Ocean. I love that the residents do their own thing and are very content. Lots of activities, big screen TV on patio and entertainment. This is a must see. Small rooms but bright and cheery.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
4.5
Response from Meridian at Bella Mar
June 13, 2019
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on Meridian at Bella Mar. We are proud of our amazing team and their continued commitment to providing extraordinary care for our residents
Anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
June 12, 2014
4.0
Verified Review
accommodate 32 residents at...
accommodate 32 residents at a time. Specializes in Alzheimer.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Value for Cost
4
Care Services
4
Activities
4
Response from Meridian at Bella Mar
December 9, 2019
Thank you
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
May 17, 2013
0.5
Verified Review
Too much like a 'lock down'...
Too much like a 'lock down' facility. Marianne not ready for this type of place
Cleanliness
0.5
Friendliness
0.5
Value for Cost
0.5
Care Services
0.5
Activities
0.5
Response from Meridian at Bella Mar
December 9, 2019
Hello. We are a Memory Care community which means we have secure entryways. If you are looking for Assisted Living please visit our sister community Meridian at Ocean Villa.
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 25, 2012
5.0
Verified Review
LOVED the single room facing the bluf...
LOVED the single room facing the bluffs. But there is little chance of getting that spot as the resident is happy and well there. Besides, pricey. But it would be my first choice of all if it were an option!
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Response from Meridian at Bella Mar
June 19, 2019
Thank you for sharing your feedback! Our top priority is to create a wonderful environment and life for our residents.
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