Desert Cove Assisted Living
Nursing Home · California, CA
Desert Cove Assisted Living
Nursing Home · California, CA
Desert Cove Assisted Living is a resort-style assisted living community located in Desert Hot Springs, California. It offers a range of services including 24-hour trained staff, full-service dining, and various levels of care tailored to residents' needs. The community features 28 spacious apartments with kitchenettes and private bathrooms, encouraging residents to engage in meaningful activities.
56-bed community Rank #1115 / 1665Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1115th out of 1665 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
1 year in operation Rank #1118 / 1209Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1118th out of 1209 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 0 / 100 Rank #2074 / 2096Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2074th out of 2096 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceMay 8, 2025
CountyRiverside
RCFE Number331881680
Desert Cove Assisted Living is administrated by Heather Scott.
Owner NameDesert Cove Assisted Living LLC
Emergency SystemsGPS activated emergency assistance pendant.
24-Hour Staffing
Toileting & Escorting
Bathing
Incontinency Management
Bedbound/2-Person Assist/Wheelchair/Full Assist
Emergency Assistance Pendant
Beauty/Barber Services
Full Service Dining
Activity Areas
Private Bathrooms
Kitchenettes
Patio
ActivitiesExtensive activity programming available.
Specific ProgramsAid and Attendance Program, Assisted Living Waiver Program
Private Bedroom$8,000 per month
Shared Bedroom$4,000 per month
Food DescriptionFull Service Dining with Breakfast Nook serving 3 meals daily and snacks.
Inspection History
In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.
Since 2025 · 1 year of data
0 citations
0 complaints
7 total visits
1 complaint visit
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2025 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
6 Better
Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (56% below)
• Complaint visits (92% below)
• Other visits (14% below)
• Total complaints (100% below)
• Complaints per year (100% below)
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (56% below)
• Complaint visits (92% below)
• Other visits (14% below)
• Total complaints (100% below)
• Complaints per year (100% below)
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 0 | 10 | This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 7 | 16 | This facility has 56% fewer total visits than a typical California nursing home (7 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 56% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 1 | 13 | This facility has 92% fewer complaint visits than a typical California nursing home (1 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 92% better |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 6 | 7 | This facility has 14% fewer other visits than a typical California nursing home (6 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 14% better |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 0 | 14 | This facility has 100% fewer total complaints than a typical California nursing home (0 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 100% better |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2025.
| 0 | 14 | This facility has 100% fewer complaints per year than a typical California nursing home (0 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 100% better |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Desert Cove Assisted Living
Who is the administrator of Desert Cove Assisted Living?
Heather Scott is the administrator of Desert Cove Assisted Living.
How many beds does Desert Cove Assisted Living have?
Desert Cove Assisted Living has 56 beds.
Has Desert Cove Assisted Living had any recent deficiencies or citations?
Desert Cove Assisted Living has no recently reported deficiencies or citations.
Are there photos of Desert Cove Assisted Living?
Yes — there are 7 photos of Desert Cove Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Desert Cove Assisted Living?
Desert Cove Assisted Living is located at 13660 MOUNTAIN VIEW ROAD.
What is the phone number of Desert Cove Assisted Living?
(760) 671-7820 will put you in contact with the team at Desert Cove Assisted Living.
What county is Desert Cove Assisted Living located in?
Desert Cove Assisted Living is in Riverside County.
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