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Morning Star RCFE and Home Care
32175 Cathedral Canyon Drive, Cathedral City, CA 92234
"Sometimes circumstances can make the simplest of life's activities a challenge. At this time you want comfort and security. At Morning Sta..."
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Assisted Living Communities in Palm Desert, California
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Palm Desert, CA below include 74 Assisted Living facilities with 344 reviews. On average in Palm Desert, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.6 out of 5 stars.
To support you in your search, our Family Advisors are standing by to provide you with a free, no-obligation care and budget consultation.
We’ve spent hundreds of hours compiling helpful information below these listings, ranging from assisted living costs statistics of in Palm Desert, to local laws & regulations in the area, to nearby services and programs that can help older adults in the community thrive, and more.
Directory of Assisted Living in Palm Desert, CA
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Desert Cottages I
83617 Himalaya Dr, Indio, CA 92203
"Desert Cottages' caring approach starts from the heart, and our services focus on providing care for individuals suffering from dementia/Alz..."
READ MOREGolden Years Home Care Ii
33555 Wishing Well Trail I, Cathedral City, CA 92234
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
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Villa Sombrero
81300 Avenida Blanca, Indio, CA 92201
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
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Victoria Royale - CLOSED
68805 Panorama Road, Cathedral City, CA 92234
"Victoria Royale RCFE, Cathedral City, California provides assisted living services in a residential setting to seniors needing assistance in..."
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Paradise Guest Home
19150 Kris Avenue, Sky Valley, CA 92241
"Our Business hours are 9 to 5, 7 days a week, 365 Days a year and have been here for over 26th we are licensed for Dementia, ambulatory and ..."
READ MOREMary Grace Loving Care
31-760 Avenida Del Padre, Cathedral City, CA 92234
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
READ MOREGolden Heart Home Care
67300 Rango Road, Cathedral City, CA 92234
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
READ MOREAgua Dulce Home Care Ii
66171 S. Agua Dulce Dr., Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
READ MOREMom'S Haven Senior Care, Llc
33420 Shifting Sands Trail B, Cathedral City, CA 92234
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
READ MORELeisure Living Home And Care
1810 Carriage Lane, Palm Springs, CA 92262
"Leisure Living Home and Care is an assisted living facility located in beautiful Palm Springs, California. It has a six-resident capacity an..."
READ MOREMonticello Senior Care In La Quinta
44900 Liberty Ave, La Quinta, CA 92253
"Monticello Senior Care is located in La Quinta, California, a resort city in Coachella Valley. Known for its striking desert landscapes and ..."
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Gerada Home Care
30775 Avenida Del Padre, Cathedral City, CA 92234
"Gerada Home Care is located in Cathedral City, California, and offers a variety of care options including residential care homes and assiste..."
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Hermosillo Home Care
68910 Hermosillo Rd, Cathedral City, CA 92234
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Palm Desert, CA and Nearby Cities
While assisted living costs in Palm Desert are high, seniors in nearby El Centro pay even more, at $6,150 per month. Riverside is significantly more affordable at $4,000. In Los Angeles, the same type of care averages $5,250. Further up the coast, Oxnard has a median assisted living price of $5,750 per month.
Palm Desert
$5,475
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Riverside
$4,000
Los Angeles
$5,250
Oxnard
$5,750
El Centro
$6,150
Paying for Assisted Living in Palm Desert
In Palm Desert, seniors pay an average of $5,475 per month for assisted living, although actual costs vary by location. According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey, this cost is higher than the California average of $5,250 per month. It’s also higher than the U.S. median of $4,500.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Palm Desert
Eligible seniors may receive help paying for assisted living through California’s Assisted Living Waiver Program. Financial aid is also available to those with Supplemental Security Income (SSI) through California’s Optional State Supplement (OSS) program.Â
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Palm Desert, CA
While assisted living costs $5,475 per month in Palm Desert, adult day health care costs are much lower, averaging $2,058. In-home care is costlier at $6,387 per month. For home health care, seniors pay $6,473. Nursing home care is the most expensive, with a semiprivate room averaging $9,384.
In-Home Care
$6,387
Home Health Care
$6,473
Adult Day Health Care
$2,058
Assisted Living Facility
$5,475
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$9,384
Note: Data for Palm Desert was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Diego, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Palm Desert
Seniors in Palm Desert can take advantage of many free resources for information, assistance and advocacy. Below are a few examples.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside Office on Aging | (877) 932-4100 | This Area Agency on Aging provides case management services to help seniors determine their care needs, find long-term care placement and enroll in a variety of benefits programs. It also runs the Long-Term Care Ombudsman program, which advocates for seniors in assisted living facilities. The ombudsman helps seniors resolve concerns or complaints about their care. |
| County of Riverside Veterans Services | (951) 955-3060 | This organization helps veterans gain access to state and federal financial aid. Free legal clinics offer education on topics of interest to older adults such as health care, consumer law and estate matters. The vet center can also connect service members with medical and mental health services. |
| Riverside Legal Aid | (951) 682-7968 | Low-income and elderly adults can access free legal information and representation from this legal aid office. Attorneys can provide assistance with civil issues, guardianships and debt collection. Help is also available for victims of elder abuse. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Palm Desert
Palm Desert Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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JJ Smyle
5.0
Review of Atria Hacienda
My Mom moved into Atria Hacienda and is thriving. They have great food and provide 3 meals a day. I highly recommend Atria.
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William
5.0
Review of The Carlotta
The Carlotta was very clean and very spacious. The staff was very, very courteous. I didn't interact with them much, but they seemed to be very efficient. The facility was excellent. I felt that it...
Provider response
Hi William, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to The Carlotta! We sincerely thank you for the positive review and hope to see you again soon!
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Pasty B.
5.0
Review of Atria Palm Desert
This is a lovely facility. The staff is very caring and seem to know all their tenants. They have very good food and the director is very nice.
