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Assisted living costs in Palm Desert average about $5,609 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 162 communities in Palm Desert. Our detailed directory has 2462 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage and Coachella.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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Photo of Brookdale Sunwest Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Staff always have a smile even when my aunt is difficult. Rooms are perfect size for our needs. When the button is rang, staff are quick to respond. She loves bingo and happy hour.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Do more of what you love. Maybe it’s time to let someone else do the dishes. Whether you’re looking for independent living, assisted living or memory care, our community in Hemet, California, has care options to meet your changing needs. You’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you...
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Friendliness. Very LGBTQ friendly. Excellent staff. Budget on food seems to be a problem. The man in charge is especially great.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Stonewall Gardens Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in Palm Springs and was created especially for LGBT seniors and friends. Our passion is to create an environment where your well-being is at the center of everything we do. Stonewall Gardens offers a wide range of services...
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[name removed] has Alzheimer's and I was so worried about how she would be taken care of in a facility basically paid for by medical. It is really great. She is more engaged, clean, and always smiling when I...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Citrus Gardens, located in the valley nestled between Southern California's San Jacinto Mountains and the City of Hemet, California, is the ideal lifestyle solution for senior residents with individual and unique needs. While the community provides a homelike atmosphere for our residents, their...
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All was fine. This was our first experience putting a family member into assisted living. He's still adjusting...our situation was sad but necessary. All good overall. They have Spectrum for basic cable &...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
WellQuest of Murrieta is a beautiful community offering many common areas for families to enjoy. We are located on Jackson Ave. just off Cal Oaks. We are conveniently close to doctor offices, hospitals, shopping and the freeway.Our management and staff come with industry experience and strive to...
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The nursing staff/caregivers were attentive to my dad's needs and they treated him with dignity, especially in his last days of life. One of the nurses cried with us when my dad passed and hugged us. It was...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Some people may be curious to know that they have a top quality senior living care provider right in the city of Mentone. Bay Area residents may need to know where they can entrust the care of their elderly relatives. The Rose Garden Residential Care will provide everything that they need and...
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They were the best place ever! I wish I had moved her closer a long time ago as I might have been referred to Hacienda sooner. My mom actually passed away on [date removed] in her bed at Hacienda. I can't...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Hacienda Senior Living is located in a valley nestled between Southern California's San Jacinto Mountains and the City of Hemet, California, is the ideal lifestyle solution for senior residents with individual and unique needs. Our Passion is to create an environment where your well-being is at...
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I've noticed that my mom's bathroom isn't as clean as I would like. My mom's clothes are always dirty and yes it's Assisted Living, but my mom has dementia and doesn't remember to wash her clothes. So her...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Here you get to redefine your independence with care if you need it and more time to do what you want to do.Located just south of Palm Springs,  at our continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, you’ll have the care you need when you need it with assisted living, memory care and skilled...
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Things have been much better than we anticipated at this facility. We had no idea what to expect. But so far, it's been a terrific experience. Mom is thriving here. She's extremely comfortable at this...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bella Villaggio offers a variety of Palm Desert senior care options to help you find the right level of assistance for your needs, all in our lovely community nestled in the foothills of the Santa Rosa mountains in Palm Desert, CA. Independent LivingWhat will you do today at our independent...
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A dear friend of mine lives at Segovia and is very pleased. The staff is incredible, the food delicious and the service from the nursing staff has been great! They are attentive and caring. Segovia is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Segovia is a lovely retirement community set on a verdant property with beautiful views, award-winning dining, and an abundance of on-site amenities. Shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment are all within walking distance. Friends and neighbors appreciate our salon,...
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The staff at Vista Cove at Rancho Mirage are doing a fantastic job with my wife. She has adjusted very well. All of the directors here have a great track record, they have worked together for 17 years and it...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Vista Cove at Rancho Mirage is an assisted living community specializing in Alzheimer's and dementia care, offering a secure and intimate setting that is unparalleled in the Coachella Valley. We provide the only fully-gated memory care community in the area with over 2 acres of lush gardens and...
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Photo of Desert Cottage II
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The person that runs the community is amazing and phenomenal. For what my father needed at the time it worked great. Compared to other communities it may be in the same ballpark but he got the three meals a...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Desert Cottage II is an Alzheimer's memory care community located in a distant suburb of Los Angeles in the city of Indio, California in Riverside county. As a distant suburb of Los Angeles, Indio is not overwhelmed by the stress, noise, and crowding that is found in the city. At the same time,...
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Photo of Windsor Court Assisted Living
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What our family likes the most about Windsor Court Assisted Living is how nice and friendly their staff team is. There are a lot of activities for the residents to participate in, the food is good and it is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Most upscale Assisted living community in Palm Springs. We have been the leader in the area for the last 25 years. Gracious dining, amenities like no other in Palm Springs. Mountain views, pool views, city views. Walk to restaurants, stores, coffee shops, park, senior center...
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Carino’s caregivers are fantastic: loving, dedicated, caring and infinitely patient with residents, most of whom including my 88 year old non-ambulatory mother, have dementia/alzheimer’s disease. The...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Carino's Quality Care Home: Is residential family living at its best. We are a team of Caring people, dedicated to serving the needs of the elderly and their families. We offer fine services in a beautiful home environment located in a quiet and safe neighborhood in the Palm Springs, CA location....
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The manager is very accommodating, easy to work with, and she is very friendly. I also felt the medication clerk was very good. They have a very high turnover with caregivers. I chose this community for...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Santa Fe Assisted Living is one of the best places to live because of its location, climate, beautiful weather and nice friendly people. In the early morning and late afternoon the landscape becomes magical with colors of pinks, mauves, lavenders and purples. It is one of the safest communities...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
HiDesert Family Eldercare is a licensed RCFE with 20 beds nonambulatory locked facility. Secured environment for Alzheimers and dementia residents.  Hospice care available with private and semi-private rooms. House physician available. Affordable and clean in a home-like...
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My elderly aunt has lived an independent life filled with travel and adventure. I am her only local family and I travel extensively for my work. So when it came time to find a residence that would aid my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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[Name removed] was very kind, outgoing and knowledgeable when I toured this community for my elderly relative. He felt welcomed and chose to reside in an independent living apartment. The community was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Vista Montana Senior Living is nestled in the heart of the San Jacinto Valley just minutes from Hemet Valley Hospital, and close to restaurants and shopping. We offer both Independent Living and Assisted Living services which are provided in two separate buildings. Established in 2013, we have...
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They're care was good when [name removed] was watching my father. They really did try their hardest with him. When [name removed] was not there to care for him, the other staff was very accommodating and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Golden Care Living at Golden Meadows and Golden View are both located in Banning, California.  Our communities are nestled in the beautiful hills of Banning.  Our single story resident homes include large spacious private and semi-private rooms, some with it's own exit to a fully...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I would highly recommend it. Mom's dementia caused challenges for the staff, mom wasn't very cooperative her time there, but they communicated well with the hospice staff and with family. She did develop...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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They were just fine. They were very caring and it's a very homey feeling when you go in. It's just like living at home practically.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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From the beginning of my tour with Bernadette until now I have no complaints. My Grandpa has been here for a few months now and He is happy and content. I have no issues when trying to communicate anything...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Temecula Memory Care is a 64-bed memory care facility serving patients suffering from Dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and other diagnoses of mental health. As part of the 80,000 sq. ft. Temecula Healthcare Center campus, we have access to all of the services of a skilled nursing facility, giving...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Alta Murrieta, a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly in Murrieta, California, operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.As one of the finest residential care facilities in the area, we offer luxurious, spacious, cheerful, and elegant surroundings, designed especially with distinctive living in...
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They treat everyone so good. Caring Family environment. My Dad will be 98 This June 14, Flag Day. Trying to get there. Thank you again for all you do to help us. Everyone that I have contact with are more...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Rating is due to the clothes I bought for my mother because I was told "she had to have "street" clothes" which she no longer has due to them going missing which I feel is unacceptable why can't they keep up...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our Assisted Living Residences offer unparalleled care for those needing help with daily living tasks and are designed to accommodate frail-elderly guests and that suffering from Alzheimer's and related dementias. ICARE can help individuals with diabetes incontinence chronic arthritis cancer...

Cost of assisted living in Palm Desert, CA

The average cost of senior living in Palm Desert is $5,609 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Diego, CA with an average of $5,179 per month.

Assisted living costs in Palm Desert, CA, vs. state and national averages

Palm Desert, CA
$5,609/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Palm Desert, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,609/mo
$6,302/mo

Assisted living costs in Palm Desert, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,604/mo
Studio
$4,170/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,340/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,568/mo

Senior living costs in Palm Desert vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Palm Desert, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typePalm Desert, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,609/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,302/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,596/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Palm Desert, CA:$5,609/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Palm Desert, CA:$6,302/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Palm Desert, CA:$3,596/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Palm Desert, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Palm Desert and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Palm Desert, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Palm Desert have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Palm Desert, CA$5,293/mo$4,964/mo+6.6%
California$5,968/mo$5,628/mo+6.0%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Palm Desert, CA
2024 average cost:$5,293/mo
2023 average cost:$4,964/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
California
2024 average cost:$5,968/mo
2023 average cost:$5,628/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Palm Desert, CA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Palm Desert.

What families are saying about assisted living in Palm Desert

Recent reviews for assisted living in Palm Desert

Ramada Ranch in Yucaipa, CA

5.0
very quickly we found a place for my sister-in-law, and it was everything we needed during this difficult time.

Blessed Jera Home Care in Cathedral City, CA

5.0
They were just superb! Mom was on hospice, and they were most accommodating. They went out and bought new curtains for her room, and did a lot of similar things to make it a pleasant experience. They were up all night with mom before she passed. They really were just over the top in how kind ...
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Pebble Brook Senior Home Care in Temecula, CA

5.0
It has been a good experience for my mother so far in this home. The place is clean and maintained well. The caregivers are friendly and welcoming, I would recommend this place.

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Friendly and caring staff. Several reviews highlight the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. For instance, at Atria Hacienda, residents and their families express their appreciation for the caring nature of the workers. At Atria Palm Desert, the staff is described as being very friendly and ...
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High-quality meals and dining options. Residents and their families frequently mention the delicious food and diverse dining experiences offered at different communities. At Atria Palm Desert, for example, the meals are praised as being excellent and providing ample choices. At Atria Hacienda, the chef accommodates individual pre ...
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Wide range of activities and social opportunities. Reviews demonstrate the importance of diverse activities for residents' engagement and mental stimulation. At Atria Rancho Mirage, residents participate in various activities, including 'tell a joke' events and fitness programs. At Atria Palm Desert, residents enjoy a rich social life thanks ...
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Clean and beautifully maintained facilities. Numerous reviews mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities. For example, at Atria Hacienda, the entire place smells fresh, and the staff mentioned that the facility looks and smells nice. At Atria Rancho Mirage, the apartments are described as being ample in space and clean, with ...
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Supportive and responsive management. Several reviews discuss the importance of effective communication and responsiveness from community management. At Atria Rancho Mirage, for instance, the staff stayed overnight during a storm to ensure everyone's safety. At Atria Hacienda, the manager provided helpful and empathetic advice d ...
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Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Reviews indicate that residents appreciate the thoughtfully designed living spaces at their communities. For example, at Atria Palm Desert, residents enjoy the bright and clean atmosphere, while at Brookdale Mirage Inn, residents find the facilities to be cozy and inviting. These well-design ...
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Palm Desert review score based on 389 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 389 reviews of 162 Palm Desert assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Palm Desert review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Palm Desert review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Palm Desert, CA162 facilities
8.7
San Bernardino, CA176 facilities
8.3
Anaheim, CA1302 facilities

Review subcategories for Palm Desert assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 389 reviews of 162 Palm Desert assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Palm Desert resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Palm Desert, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
3.4
Friendliness
3.9
3.5
Care services
3.6
3.2
Staff
3.8
3.4
Meals & dining
3.5
3.1
Activities
3.5
3.1
Value for cost*
3.5
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Palm Desert assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Palm Desert assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Palm Desert, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Palm Desert assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Palm Desert that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Palm Desert, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
41.4%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
24.1%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
72.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.4%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50.6%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80.9%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.3%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.8%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Palm Desert assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Palm Desert Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Palm Desert, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54.9%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.2%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.9%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.8%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Palm Desert assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Palm Desert partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Palm Desert, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.6%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.4%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
27.2%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.1%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.6%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Palm Desert assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Palm Desert communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Palm Desert, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.3%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.6%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Palm Desert assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Palm Desert offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Palm Desert, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
22.8%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.4%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.7%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.8%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.8%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.9%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.5%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.4%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.5%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
24.7%
48%
Dances
Dances
16%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.9%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Palm Desert

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Palm Desert protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Related senior services in Palm Desert, California

In Palm Desert, California, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Palm Desert is somewhat car dependent, meaning seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Palm Desert include SunLine Transit Agency. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Palm Desert has somewhat limited biking infrastructure and is fairly walkable.

Palm Desert offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has few hospitals, including Eisenhower Medical Center and John F Kennedy Memorial Hospital.

Situated in the heart of Greater Palm Springs, Palm Desert is known for its shopping, entertainment, and recreational opportunities. Seniors can spend their day exploring the El Paseo Shopping District where they’ll find public art pieces, upscale shopping, gourmet restaurants, and much more. Whether it’s catching a show at the McCallum Theatre, feeding giraffes at the Living Desert Zoo & Gardens, or taking advantage of the fantastic weather on a luxury golf course, there’s something for everyone in Palm Desert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Palm Desert, The Carlotta and Atria Hacienda are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Palm Desert, California. See full list of communities.
There are 162 assisted living facilities near Palm Desert, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Palm Desert, California are Sunny Rose Senior Living, Menifee Senior Living and Cottages at Hemet. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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