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The cost of independent living in Mecca is about $4,616 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 59 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of The Palms at LaQuinta
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The lobby and dining rooms are sunny, positive, and sparkling clean - more like a 5-star hotel than a care facility. Staff is caring, responsive and there are a variety of activities, truly something 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.
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8.0
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The facility is clean. They have an ambassador program for new residents. However, my ambassador has yet to show up. Their Handbook is sparse and does not give a new person needed information. Only about...
Provides: Independent Living
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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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Photo of The Carlotta
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My loved one was previously a resident at The Carlotta and overall the experience at this facility was great for her. The cleanliness and friendliness were great. The staff, care services, meals and...
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.
"The Carlotta is a premier senior living community offering world class living at its finest, with transcendent views of the desert valley. The location boasts tranquil rose and cactus gardens, lush landscaping and is only a short distance to the areas most popular attractions. At The Carlotta...
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For the price, the Christiansen Apartments was a good choice! I would recommend them to anyone. The only thing I wish they could improve on is the credit approval after the community told us we were...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We are a Senior 55+ independent living apartment community. Our floor plans include 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartments with walk in closets, private patio, and are all one level units. All units are full equipped with beautiful appliances. We have a unit that has a great community view and another...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We are a centrally located apartment community. Our floor plans include 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and 2 bedroom 1 bathroom apartments with walk in closets, private patio or balcony. All units are full equipped with beautiful appliances. We have a unit that has a great community view and another unit...
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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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Cost of independent living in Mecca, CA

The average cost of senior living in Mecca is $4,616 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Calipatria, CA with an average of $1,442 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Mecca, CA vs. nearby cities

Mecca, CA
$4,616/mo
$4,441/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Mecca, CA vs. the state and national average

Mecca, CA
$4,616/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Mecca vs. other types of senior living

$4,522/mo
Independent Living
$4,616/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Mecca, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,660/mo
Studio
$4,571/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,696/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,726/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,495/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Mecca over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Mecca

Recent reviews for independent living in Mecca

Revel Palm Desert

5.0
I have been a resident of Revel Palm Desert for about 18 months. It is exactly what I want in an independent experience. I have all the services I need. It is truly an independent place. I have great kitchen facility if I wish . It’s something I thought I would use but don’t. I fix breakfast ...
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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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Atria Palm Desert

5.0
Atria was the best choice for my Mom. She was living alone, was depressed and not eating well. Now she is now at Atria where they have attentive staff, great food and activities. She wishes she would have moved sooner.

Mecca independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mecca independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Mecca partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mecca, CANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Mecca independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Mecca communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mecca, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
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35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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42.7%
Room service
Room service
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36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mecca independent 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 independent living communities in Mecca offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mecca, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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45.7%
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Atria Palm Desert, Atria Hacienda and Brookdale Mirage Inn are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mecca, California. See full list of communities.

There are 6 independent living facilities near Mecca, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Mecca, California are Atria Hacienda, Brookdale Mirage Inn and Revel Palm Desert. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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