Atria Hacienda
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Palm Desert, CA

Atria Hacienda

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Palm Desert, CA

Overview of Atria Hacienda

With more than 31 years of operation, Atria Hacienda is a residential care community in Palm Desert, California, that provides skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation. Along with a 266-bed capacity, its two-story building offers studio, suite, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. Located in a highly walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 75, the community also gives residents and visiting families convenient access to nearby services and amenities.

Additionally, the community maintains about 60% occupancy with an average length of stay of 66 days, highlighting its focus on short-term recovery after illness, injury, or hospitalization. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are also accepted, providing families with flexible payment options.

Residents receive approximately 4 hours and 54 minutes of nursing care each day, including 17 minutes from registered nurses, 2 hours and 41 minutes of hands-on assistance from nurse aides, and 17 minutes from licensed nurses to support a variety of medical needs.

Bed community size
266-bed community Rank #74 / 1648Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 74th out of 1648 homes in California for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
31 years in operation Rank #123 / 1494Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 123rd out of 1494 homes in California for Years In Operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 75 / 100 Rank #562 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 562nd out of 2087 homes in California for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
60%
Rank #1186 / 1496Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1186th out of 1496 homes in California for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1496. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
160 / 266
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceSeptember 21, 1994
CountyRiverside

Ownership & Operating Entity

Atria Hacienda is legally operated by Wg Hacienda Sh LP and Atria Management Co LLC, and administered by Monique Moreira.

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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.

Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

4 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #924 / 1399 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 924th out of 1399 homes in California for Inspection Score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1399 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. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 77 out of 100. Letter grade C+. 4 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2020 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 4 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total visits (206% above)
• Complaint visits (200% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
• Complaint investigations (200% above)
6 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (60% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (50% below)
• Citations per year (59% below)
• Citations per inspection (97% below)
• Other visits (29% below)
Latest Inspection May 1, 2026

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 410 This facility has 60% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 60% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 23 This facility has 33% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 33% better Rank #599 / 1160 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 599th out of 1160 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1160 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) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 24 This facility has 50% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2020. 0.71.7 This facility has 59% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.7 vs. CA avg 1.7).↓ 59% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.13.3 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 Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 4916 This facility has 206% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (49 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 206% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 3913 This facility has 200% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (39 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 200% worse Rank #1307 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1307th 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 Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 57 This facility has 29% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 29% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 3010 This facility has 200% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (30 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 200% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on September 25, 2025 found no deficiencies except one resident in memory care missed an annual medical assessment despite multiple requests.
  • A June 29, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated one deficiency for late medication administration without documentation, posing a health and safety risk to residents.
  • A May 10, 2022 complaint investigation substantiated two deficiencies for delayed hospital transfer after a resident fall and failure to provide required escorting services per care plan.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 440 / 445 / 550 - 720 / 880 - 900 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Palm Desert's city center to Atria Hacienda's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

Atria Hacienda
AL
IL
MC
RC
Palm Desert
266
Facility 266
CA AVG 104
Rank #74 / 1648
Yes
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 57
Rank #562 / 2087
77
Facility 77
CA AVG 81
Rank #924 / 1399
5
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 13
Rank #1307 / 1388
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1160
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 13
Rank #123 / 1494
60.2% -Wg Hacienda Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Carlotta
AL
Palm Desert
250
Facility 250
CA AVG 104
Rank #86 / 1648
Yes
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 57
Rank #2005 / 2087
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 81
Rank #242 / 1399
1
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1215 / 1494
76.0% A+Well Oak Ccrc Tenant LLC And Oakmont Et AlStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Segovia
AL
IL
Palm Desert
182
Facility 182
CA AVG 104
Rank #209 / 1648
Yes
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 57
Rank #1086 / 2087
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #108 / 1399
1
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1215 / 1494
79.1% -Well Oak Ccrc Tenant LLC And Oakmont Management GroupStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Atria Palm Desert
AL
IL
RC
Palm Desert
154
Facility 154
CA AVG 104
Rank #327 / 1648
Yes
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 57
Rank #980 / 2087
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1399
4
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #949 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 13
Rank #133 / 1494
43.5% -Wg Palm Desert Inc And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / 1 Bed

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Atria Hacienda is located in Palm Desert, California.
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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).
CA

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
CA

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
CA

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.
CA

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
CA

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.
CA

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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Atria Hacienda

Who is the owner of Atria Hacienda?

Atria Hacienda is legally operated by Wg Hacienda Sh LP and Atria Management Co LLC, and administered by Monique Moreira.

Is Atria Hacienda in a walkable area?

Atria Hacienda has a walk score of 75. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Atria Hacienda?

Atria Hacienda's occupancy is 60%.

Are pets allowed at Atria Hacienda?

Yes, Atria Hacienda allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Atria Hacienda?

Monique Moreira is the administrator of Atria Hacienda.

How many beds does Atria Hacienda have?

Atria Hacienda has 266 beds.

Has Atria Hacienda had any citations?

Atria Hacienda has had 4 reported citations since 2020 according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

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