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Desert Cove Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Residential Care · Desert Hot Springs, CA
Bright interior of a living space with a view Bright and cozy resident room with two beds A shared resident room with floral bedding and kitchenette Outdoor patio area with tables and flowers A cozy seating area with a chair and decorative items Cozy interior with a table and chairs by the window Cozy interior dining area with a plant and chairs

Desert Cove Assisted Living

Assisted Living & Residential Care · Desert Hot Springs, CA
13660 Mountain View Road, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Desert Cove Assisted Living

Licensed in Riverside County as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly in May 2025, Desert Cove Assisted Living is a 56-bed assisted living community in Desert Hot Springs, California. Operated by Desert Cove Assisted Living LLC under administrator Heather Scott, the community offers apartment-style accommodations with private bathrooms and kitchenettes, and 24-hour staffing. Care services include two-person assist, incontinence management, and bedbound care for residents with higher acuity needs.

The facility, since licensing, has recorded zero citations and complaints through the latest March 2026 inspection, earning an overall score of 83 out of 100 against California’s benchmark of 70.

All apartments have a private bathroom and kitchenette. Residents have access to a GPS-activated emergency assistance pendant, a patio, and full-service dining with three meals and snacks every day. For Medi-Cal-eligible residents, the community participates in the VA Aid and Attendance Program and the Assisted Living Waiver Program. Private rooms start at $8,000 monthly, with shared rooms at $4,000.

For older adults seeking assisted living with higher-acuity personal care in Desert Hot Springs, including veterans and Medi-Cal-eligible residents, Desert Cove Riverside County is suitable.

Facility Direct Line (760) 671-7820
Facility Direct Line (760) 671-7820 heather@desertcoveassistedliving.com
Bed community size
56-bed community Rank #1109 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1109th out of 1657 homes in California. 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.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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
1 year in operation Rank #1391 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1391st out of 1487 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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 newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 0 / 100 Rank #2070 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2070th out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
84%
Rank #492 / 1537Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 492nd out of 1537 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1537. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
47 / 56
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceMay 8, 2025
CountyRiverside
RCFE Number331881680

Ownership & Operating Entity

Desert Cove Assisted Living is legally operated by Desert Cove Assisted Living Llc, and administered by Heather Scott.

Owner NameDesert Cove Assisted Living LLC

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsGPS activated emergency assistance pendant.

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

4 services
Toileting & Escorting
Bathing
Incontinency Management
Bedbound/2-Person Assist/Wheelchair/Full Assist

Amenities & Lifestyle

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

Pricing & Financial Information

Private Bedroom$8,000 per month
Shared Bedroom$4,000 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionFull Service Dining with Breakfast Nook serving 3 meals daily and snacks.

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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.

Since 2025 · 1 year of data 0 citations 0 complaints 7 total visits 1 complaint visit 0 official inspections
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.

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

Rank #461 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 461st out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. Inspection score: 89 out of 100. Letter grade B+. 8 points above 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 2025 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 7 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (56% below)
• Complaint visits (92% below)
• Other visits (14% below)
• Official inspections (100% below)
• Total complaints (100% below)
• Complaints per year (100% below)
Latest Inspection March 26, 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. 010 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better
Standout metricNo citations on file since 2025 — the California average is 10.

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. 716 This facility has 56% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 56% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 113 This facility has 92% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 92% better Rank #210 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 210th out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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. 67 This facility has 14% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 14% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 04 This facility has 100% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 100% better

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 014 This facility has 100% fewer total complaints than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 100% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2025. 014 This facility has 100% fewer complaints per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 100% better
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Address 626.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Desert Hot Springs's city center to Desert Cove Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Desert Cove Assisted Living

What is the occupancy rate at Desert Cove Assisted Living?

Desert Cove Assisted Living's occupancy is 84%.

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 citations?

Desert Cove Assisted Living has no recently reported 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, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240.

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.

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