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Assisted living costs in Riverside County average about $4,370 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 6 communities in Riverside County. Our detailed directory has 30 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. 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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The caregivers here are wonderful They are patient and they work well with vision impaired residents. The food is good. They make homemade soups and offer a variety of snacks during the day. They make...
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 is an Alzheimer's memory care community located in Indio, California in the county of Riverside. Desert Cottage is located in a lovely community that has a nearby country club, the Indio Golf Course, two man-made lakes, and nearby shopping complex. This variety of recreation and...
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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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Dear Mrs. Koch, I would lilce to take .s opportunity to express my appreciation in regards to the care that my father, Donald Akers, has received since joining your home. It is safe to say that his condition...
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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we were very impressed with the home. It was small so there was more one on one care. The communication could have been better when hospice started to become involved. overall it was a nice place, and I...
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 III is a residential care home located in the festive city of Indio, CA in Riverside County. The quaint community is located near the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument. The climate of Indio town is influenced by the presence of the high mountain ranges, and the...
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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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They have been really good to my mother. I like the way they keep in contact with me- they send me emails with pictures of my mother and what she's up to. They had a Christmas party for family to come to...
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.
- Provides 24hrs/day, 7days/week monitoring, assistance and care for the elderly and adults. - Medication management. - Provide three nutritious meals and snacks - Special diets as required. - Laundry & housekeeping. - Assistance in activities of daily living, bathing, ambulating, grooming,...
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Cost of assisted living in Riverside County, CA

The average cost of senior living in Riverside County is $4,370 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Calipatria, CA with an average of $1,900 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Riverside County, CA vs. nearby counties

Riverside County, CA
$4,370/mo
$3,786/mo
$3,703/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Riverside County, CA vs. the state and national average

Riverside County, CA
$4,370/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Riverside County vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,370/mo
$4,650/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Riverside County, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,692/mo
Private
$5,750/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,650/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Riverside County, 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 Riverside County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Riverside County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Riverside County

Atria Palm Desert

4.0
Overall, this is the best place for her, although no where is perfect, staff are willing to listen and work together for Moms best care. The entertainment and food are great! Sometimes they are low in staff. It is expensive, but worth it!

Desert Skys Board and Care in Indio, CA

4.5
I feel really good about the service of Desert Sky's Board and Care, inc. for facility Desert Sky's Board and Care. They have great service, the administrator Nenita Koch and staff are taking such great care of my grandmother. My grandmother is non-ambulatory from a stroke and after her rehab ...
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Desert Cottage III in Indio, CA

4.0
I have no complaints about how things are going for my loved one since he made the move into this community. The staff have been friendly to all of his needs and I am comfortable with the care that they are providing him. He has enjoyed the dinning experience as well as many of the activities ...
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Riverside County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Riverside County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Riverside County, 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 Riverside County 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 Riverside County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
56.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Riverside County 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 Riverside County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Riverside County, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
41%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Riverside County 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 Riverside County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Riverside County, CANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
35.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Riverside County 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 Riverside County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
30.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
46.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Riverside County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Riverside County protect seniors.

Learn about California Assisted Living regulations

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Atria Palm Desert, Atria Hacienda and Brookdale Mirage Inn are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Riverside County, California. See full list of communities.

There are 6 assisted living facilities near Riverside County, California. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Riverside County, California are Atria Hacienda, Brookdale Mirage Inn and Atria Rancho Mirage. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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