The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Indio, CA for 2024

There are 30 Assisted Living Facilities in the Indio area, with 8 in Indio and 22 nearby.

The average cost of assisted living in Indio is $2,625 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,750.

To help you with your search, browse the 250 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Indio. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Indio 3.75 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Palm Desert with an average rating of 4.71 out of 5 stars.

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Indio is an oasis located deep in the heart of Southern California's scenic Palm Desert. Situated in a narrow corridor between the San Bernardino and Joshua Tree National Forests, Indio has a population of 90,000 people, 16.6 percent of whom are seniors aged 65 and over. Seniors in Indio have a choice between eight assisted living facilities in and around the city to provide independent, safe and comfortable accommodations.

Assisted living communities in Indio, like those located elsewhere in the state, are licensed and regulated by the California Department of Social Services' Community Care Licensing Division.

 

• The weather in Indio is very hot and extremely dry. Summer highs in Indio average at least 107 degrees, while overnight lows in winter rarely dip below 45 degrees. In a normal year, Indio gets just 3.5 inches of rain, while California's frequent drought schedule sometimes reduces even that small amount. Seniors in Indio who have asthma or COPD might have issues with the regular dust clouds that blow in from the desert beyond Indio's city limits.
• The cost of living in Indio is higher than the national average, but well below California's general cost of living. Seniors who live in Indio pay roughly 18 percent more than the national average for all expenses combined. Healthcare is more affordable. Seniors in Indio pay an average of 17 percent less than the typical national rate for medical care.
• Crime rates in Indio are high by national standards. Rates for all crimes combined hover around 25 percent above the national average. Most of the crime rate in Indio is property related, such as theft. Violent crime is less common though, with rates close to the national median.
• Public transportation in Indio is run by the SunLine Transit Agency. Seniors age 60 and over get half off on scheduled fares, and taxi vouchers are available through the agency for seniors and mobility-impaired riders who need curb-to-curb service outside the regularly scheduled bus routes.
• The Indio area is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital and Eisenhower Health, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
• Indio has an array of community resources for seniors, including the Riverside County Office on Aging, an organization that connects seniors and caregivers with respite care and transportation reimbursement vouchers, as well as more than four senior centers.

 

Assisted Living costs in Indio start around $2,700 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Indio and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

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.