Our Services

At Indalo Homes, we believe that exceptional care and gracious living are not mutually exclusive. Our boutique board and care home in Santa Monica, CA is designed around one simple idea: every resident deserves to feel at home, cared for, and truly alive.

Below you'll find a full overview of the services we provide. If you have questions or would like to schedule a private tour, please call us at (310) 773-9834 or contact us online.

Assisted Living in Santa Monica

Indalo Homes is a licensed Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) offering boutique-style assisted living for a small number of residents. Unlike large institutional facilities, our intimate home environment means each resident receives genuinely personalized attention — not a standardized care plan.

Our assisted living services include support with:

Activities of daily living (ADLs) — bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
Medication management and administration
Mobility assistance and fall prevention
Health monitoring and coordination with physicians
Transportation assistance to medical appointments
Housekeeping and laundry

Our team is available around the clock, so residents and their families always have peace of mind.

Memory & Cognitive Support

We provide compassionate, specialized support for seniors living with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and other forms of cognitive decline. Our approach is grounded in dignity — we focus on what each resident can do, not what they cannot.

Our memory and cognitive support includes:

Structured daily routines that reduce anxiety and confusion
Sensory engagement and reminiscence activities
Music therapy and gentle movement programs
Safe, secure outdoor courtyard access
Family communication and regular care updates

With a low staff-to-resident ratio and a calm, home-like environment, Indalo Homes is an ideal alternative to large memory care facilities in the Santa Monica area.

24/7 Personalized Care

Every resident at Indalo Homes benefits from around-the-clock, attentive personal care. We intentionally maintain a small, intimate community so our caregivers can truly know each resident — their preferences, their routines, their stories.

Our care team is:

Carefully selected for both qualifications and character
Trained in senior care, dementia support, and emergency response
Led by Lesley Holmes, a USC-educated gerontologist and licensed RCFE Administrator
Consistent — residents see familiar, trusted faces every day

We believe that great care starts with great relationships. That philosophy is at the heart of everything we do at Indalo Homes.

Gourmet In-House Dining

Food is one of life's great pleasures, and we take it seriously. Indalo Homes employs a private in-house chef — co-founder Lesley Holmes is herself a CIA-certified chef — to prepare fresh, nutritious, and delicious meals for our residents every day.

Our dining experience includes:

Three freshly prepared meals daily, tailored to dietary needs and preferences
Seasonal and locally sourced ingredients where possible
Accommodations for dietary restrictions, allergies, and cultural preferences
Communal dining that fosters conversation and community
Snacks and hydration available throughout the day

For many residents and families, the quality of dining at Indalo Homes is one of the most meaningful differences from other senior living options in the area.

Activities & Enrichment Programs

Vibrant daily life is central to our philosophy at Indalo Homes. We offer a curated selection of therapeutic and recreational activities designed to nourish the mind, body, and spirit.

Our enrichment programs include:

Gardening and horticulture therapy in our outdoor courtyard
Music therapy and sing-alongs
Art and creative expression
Gentle exercise and movement classes
Reading groups and intellectual engagement
Local outings and community events in Santa Monica

We also welcome families to visit and participate in activities — because community doesn't stop at the front door.

Why Choose Indalo Homes?

Santa Monica has many senior care options. Here's what makes Indalo Homes different:

Boutique & intimate — never more than 6 residents, so care is always personal
Luxury home environment — beautifully furnished, bright, and welcoming
Founded with purpose — born from the personal caregiving journey of our founders
Expert leadership — led by a USC-trained gerontologist and RCFE-licensed administrator
Prime location — quietly situated in a residential Santa Monica neighborhood at 1201 Pearl St
Truly home-like — not a facility, but a home reimagined for care and community

Schedule a Private Tour

We'd love to welcome you to Indalo Homes and show you everything our community has to offer. Tours are available by appointment and can be arranged for families, prospective residents, and care advisors.

📞 Call us: (310) 773-9834

📧 Contact us online: indalo-homes.com/contact

📍 Visit us: 1201 Pearl St, Santa Monica, CA 90405