AM/PM Assured Care
2 Dickens Ct., Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270
"At AM PM Assured Care, our goal is to provide our residents with the best in senior living. Our quality care and dedicated staff ensure that..."
READ MORENestled in the Coachella Valley, Palm Desert is a vibrant community popular with seniors from all across North America. Of its estimated 51,541 residents, 35.8% are seniors, which is more than double the national average. Its sunny weather makes it easy for seniors to take in outdoor attractions like national parks and nature preserves. The city has a low violent crime rate and low health care costs compared to much of the United States.
Palm Desert’s assisted living facilities offer a wide range of amenities and activities designed to entertain residents. Generally, staff in these facilities are available 24/7 to provide assistance with personal care and general upkeep. On average, this type of care costs $5,475 per month in Palm Desert, which is above the state and national averages.
This guide is designed to help seniors determine whether retirement in Palm Desert is a good choice for them. It includes pros and cons of the city, the cost of long-term care and the resources available to local seniors.
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2 Dickens Ct., Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270
"At AM PM Assured Care, our goal is to provide our residents with the best in senior living. Our quality care and dedicated staff ensure that..."
READ MORE30096 Alexander Dr, Cathedral City, CA, 92234
" We are a renowned residential care facility that offers unwavering support to elderly individuals, including those requiring dementia care..."
READ MORE72201 Country Club Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270
3.8
(33 reviews)
"We visited Bayshire Rancho Mirage. They have a skilled nursing facility and a residential side. They would do everything if you wanted to live there or have your parent live there. They do laundry services and meals. They take you to the doctors' off..."
READ MORE45911 Paseo Coronado, Indian Wells, CA, 92210
5.0
(2 reviews)
"No where can compare to the quality of care this home brings to the patients. They are warm and loving people who treat us like family. This home is sparkling clean! ..."
READ MORE29635 Santa Rosa Street, Cathedral City, CA, 92234
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Well maintained home with one large room my parents shared with a private bathroom. Caring, well-trained staff who were attentive and good cooks. Parents exercised and played cards with other residents. Cheerful staff attended to all of their need..."
READ MORE33555 Wishing Well Trail 2, Cathedral City, CA, 92234
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My sister feels very comfortable at Golden Years Home Care because they are very good to her. The place is very clean. They cook her meals, do her laundry, and take her to doctors' appointments. They are very friendly. It has a homey environment, and..."
READ MORE82380 Miles Avenue, Indio, CA, 92201
3.5
(4 reviews)
"I am currently at Desert Cove Boutique Assisted Living. It's about one year now since I have been here. The overall experience was very good. It’s a small community with only 12 beds. My room is very comfortable and it feels homey. I think their food..."
READ MORE45515 Sunbrook Lane, La Quinta, CA, 92253
3.0
(2 reviews)
"I was very happy with Rachel’s Cottage. It’s very nice, and she does do memory care services; that’s what I was looking for. It’s a very nice place. It was very spacious, and the people that run it were very nice. ..."
READ MORE3760 Calle De Carlos, Palm Springs, CA, 92264
2.5
(2 reviews)
"We hired Loving Care for my friend. She’s doing fine and has a nice bedroom. It’s been very good, and they’re looking after her well. A lot of the staff is really nice and friendly, and the lady who runs it is good. It seems to be well run, and there..."
READ MORE32175 Cathedral Canyon Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234
"Sometimes circumstances can make the simplest of life's activities a challenge. At this time you want comfort and security. At Morning S..."
READ MORE28200 Horizon Road, Cathedral City, CA, 92234
"Affinity Senior Living 2 is a locally owned assisted living 9 bed care home for males. Affinity Senior Living 2 is located in a beautiful qu..."
READ MORE627 Highland Drive, Palm Springs, CA, 92264
68910 Hermosillo Rd, Cathedral City, CA, 92234
81-657 Hidden Links Dr., La Quinta, CA, 92253
2 Bollinger Rd , Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270
69584 Pleasant Grove, Cathedral City, CA, 92234
30775 Avenida Del Padre, Cathedral City, CA, 92234
33555 Wishing Well Trail I, Cathedral City, CA, 92234
33420 Shifting Sands Trail B, Cathedral City, CA, 92234
69-850 Van Gogh Rd., Cathedral City, CA, 92234
The Community Care Licensing Division of the California Department of Social Services oversees assisted living facilities in Palm Desert. This body works to ensure long-term care homes operate within the senior care laws enacted by California’s government.
In Palm Desert, seniors pay an average of $5,475 per month for assisted living, although actual costs vary by location. According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey, this cost is higher than the California average of $5,250 per month. It’s also higher than the U.S. median of $4,500.
While assisted living costs in Palm Desert are high, seniors in nearby El Centro pay even more, at $6,150 per month. Riverside is significantly more affordable at $4,000. In Los Angeles, the same type of care averages $5,250. Further up the coast, Oxnard has a median assisted living price of $5,750 per month.
Palm Desert
$5,475
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Riverside
$4,000
Los Angeles
$5,250
Oxnard
$5,750
El Centro
$6,150
While assisted living costs $5,475 per month in Palm Desert, adult day health care costs are much lower, averaging $2,058. In-home care is costlier at $6,387 per month. For home health care, seniors pay $6,473. Nursing home care is the most expensive, with a semiprivate room averaging $9,384.
In-Home Care
$6,387
Home Health Care
$6,473
Adult Day Health Care
$2,058
Assisted Living Facility
$5,475
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$9,384
Note: Data for Palm Desert was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Diego, was used instead.
Eligible seniors may receive help paying for assisted living through California’s Assisted Living Waiver Program. Financial aid is also available to those with Supplemental Security Income (SSI) through California’s Optional State Supplement (OSS) program.Â
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Seniors in Palm Desert can take advantage of many free resources for information, assistance and advocacy. Below are a few examples.
Resource | Contact | Service |
---|---|---|
Riverside Office on Aging | (877) 932-4100 | This Area Agency on Aging provides case management services to help seniors determine their care needs, find long-term care placement and enroll in a variety of benefits programs. It also runs the Long-Term Care Ombudsman program, which advocates for seniors in assisted living facilities. The ombudsman helps seniors resolve concerns or complaints about their care. |
County of Riverside Veterans Services | (951) 955-3060 | This organization helps veterans gain access to state and federal financial aid. Free legal clinics offer education on topics of interest to older adults such as health care, consumer law and estate matters. The vet center can also connect service members with medical and mental health services. |
Riverside Legal Aid | (951) 682-7968 | Low-income and elderly adults can access free legal information and representation from this legal aid office. Attorneys can provide assistance with civil issues, guardianships and debt collection. Help is also available for victims of elder abuse. |
Palm Desert Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
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Gary9
5
Review of The Carlotta
Our second choice would have been The Carlotta. It's a very big facility. It's very luxurious. If you want, you can live in a townhome, or you can live in a facility building. And they also have a...
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Mary
5
Review of Atria Palm Desert
We moved Mom to Atria Palm Desert, but she only lasted a few days and fell again and broke her other hip and now she's in rehab. We went to about ten different places before we chose Atria. It was...
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Jan
4
Review of Atria Hacienda
When I toured Atria Hacienda, I looked at both assisted living and the memory care sections. Both sections were very nice. I was very impressed with the staff. It was just very positive and...