Assisted Living Communities in Desert Hot Springs, CA
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authentic reviews in Desert Hot Springs, CA below include Assisted Living facility with 494 reviews. On average in Desert Hot Springs, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.2 out of 5 stars.
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Alex
5.0
Review of Starlight Senior Living
My mom has moved into Starlight Senior Living. It was a smooth transition. I went up there and met the lady who runs it. They were bringing in all the equipment my mom needed. My mom likes it; all...
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Love0116
3.0
Review of Desert Cove Assisted Living
Desert Cove was pretty rundown, so we're not going to consider it. The person who toured us was very good. The apartment we viewed was supposed to be typical of the single unit apartments, but it...
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Sue
4.0
Review of A+ Senior Care At Mission Lakes
A+ Senior Care at Mission Lakes has provided a safe, comfortable environment for my brother, and they seem to be doing a good job. He moved in last July. In general, the staff is responsive in...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Desert Hot Springs, CA and Nearby Cities
Palm Desert
$4,396
Cathedral City
$4,000
US
$4,000
Rancho Mirage
$3,897
Palm Springs
$3,425
Banning
$2,800
Desert Hot Springs
$2,750
Paying for Assisted Living in Desert Hot Springs
Assisted Living costs in Desert Hot Springs start around $2,750 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 Desert Hot Springs 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.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Desert Hot Springs
In California, Medi-Cal, part of the Medicaid program, is the primary resource for helping low-income seniors afford the costs of an assisted living facility. There are several other programs under the Medi-Cal umbrella that help seniors who want to stay at home with daily care, including In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS), Assisted Living Waiver Program (ALWP), Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP) and others.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on ourAssisted 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.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Desert Hot Springs
Desert Hot Springs and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Desert Hot Springs, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Desert Hot Springs
Desert Hot Springs-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.





