Atria Palm Desert

Overview of Atria Palm Desert

Indulge in the beauty of Atria Palm Desert, a paradisal senior living community located at San Pascual Avenue, Palm Desert, CA providing assisted living and independent living. With the seniors’ welfare in mind, the community features well-designed floor plans including studio and one-bedroom apartments with balconies, kitchenettes, walk-in closets, and housekeeping services. The community forges meaningful connections with trusted partners to ensure that seniors receive better care plans featuring occupational, physical, and speech therapies.

Atria Palm Desert fosters a warm and welcoming environment, conducting exciting and engaging activities and programs. The community ensures a maintenance-free lifestyle, providing care and assistance 24/7. Prioritizing its residents’ dietary needs and preferences, the community serves different meal options including vegetarian options alongside three chef-prepared healthy meals daily. The pet-friendly community includes a library, a fitness center, a salon and spa, a cognitive learning center, an outdoor dining space and grill, a resident garden, a courtyard, a hot tub, and an outdoor swimming pool for the seniors’ leisure and wellness.

Facility Direct Line (760) 773-3772

154-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

30 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 62 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

44%

Lower than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

67 / 154

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceFebruary 9, 1996

CountyRiverside

Atria Palm Desert is legally operated by Wg Palm Desert Inc and Atria Management Co LLC, and administered by Denise Flores.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 1 citation 17 total visits 13 complaint visits 4 official inspections 11 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

7 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

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 2021 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	1	10	This facility has 90% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better
Serious citations (Type A) Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	0	3	This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1434 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1434 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	1	4	This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.1	3.3	This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total inspections Combined count of official scheduled inspections, complaint visits and other regulatory visits. California counts each evaluation report, so one trip can count twice when it serves two purposes.	17	16	This facility has had 6% more total inspections than the California average (17 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 6% more
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	13	13	This facility has complaint visits in line with the California average (13 vs. CA avg 13).— At avg Rank #951 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 951st out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	0	7	This facility has had 100% fewer other visits than the California average (0 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 100% fewer
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	4	4	This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	11	10	This facility has had 10% more complaint investigations than the California average (11 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 10% more

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 400 / 420 - 450 sq. ft.

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

0.7 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Palm Desert's city center to Atria Palm Desert's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.


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Segovia	AL IL	Palm Desert	182 Facility 182 CA AVG 104 Rank #208 / 1646	Yes	59	95 Facility 95 CA AVG 81 Rank #123 / 1475	7	2 Facility 2 CA AVG 13 Rank #326 / 1388	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1434	3 Facility 3 CA AVG 13 Rank #1234 / 1504	79.1%	-	Well Oak Ccrc Tenant LLC And Oakmont Management Group	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Atria Palm Desert	AL IL RC	Palm Desert	154 Facility 154 CA AVG 104 Rank #326 / 1646	Yes	62	88 Facility 88 CA AVG 81 Rank #563 / 1475	17	13 Facility 13 CA AVG 13 Rank #951 / 1388	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1434	30 Facility 30 CA AVG 13 Rank #128 / 1504	43.5%	-	Wg Palm Desert Inc And Atria Management Co LLC	Studio / 1 Bed
ManorCare Health Services-Palm Desert	AL IL MC NH	Palm Desert	145 Facility 145 CA AVG 104 Rank #387 / 1646	Yes	19 Facility 19 CA AVG 59 Rank #1855 / 2058	93 Facility 93 CA AVG 81 Rank #271 / 1475	12	6 Facility 6 CA AVG 13 Rank #652 / 1388	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1434	20 Facility 20 CA AVG 13 Rank #389 / 1504	40.0%	-	Blc Mirage Inn LP	Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+

General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits

In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+

General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.

Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits

Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+

General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.

Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits

Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+

General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.

Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually

Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits

Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled

General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.

Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits

Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —

General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.

Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.

Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits

Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Who is the owner of Atria Palm Desert?

Atria Palm Desert is legally operated by Wg Palm Desert Inc and Atria Management Co LLC, and administered by Denise Flores.

Is Atria Palm Desert in a walkable area?

Atria Palm Desert has a walk score of 62. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Atria Palm Desert?

Atria Palm Desert's occupancy is 44%.

How long has Atria Palm Desert been in business?

Atria Palm Desert has been operating for approximately 30 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Atria Palm Desert?

Yes, Atria Palm Desert allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Atria Palm Desert?

Denise Flores is the administrator of Atria Palm Desert.

How many beds does Atria Palm Desert have?

Atria Palm Desert has 154 beds.

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Inspection History

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.

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

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Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in California

Multipurpose Senior Services Program

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

California CARES Program

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