Overview of The Carlotta
The Springs Healthcare Center at the Carlotta is a 59-bed, Medicare-certified skilled nursing and post-acute facility located in the heart of Palm Desert, California. It offers skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and post-acute care services. The facility is committed to providing personalized care plans to meet the unique needs of each resident.
(760) 346-5420

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
4/5
California average: 3.1/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4/5
California average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
2/5
California average: 3.1/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4/5
California average: 4.1/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
3h 31m per day

This home provides 17% less nursing time per resident than the state average.

California average: 4h 13m per day

Capacity and availability

High-capacity home

May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

Total beds 250

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the California average
Occupancy rate 60.6%
Residents per day (avg) 37
Occupancy rate
60.6%
Residents per day (avg)
37

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

90% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 30 days

Private pay

9% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$7.5M
Profit
$636.9K
Proprietary home Other
Home revenue
$7,453,981.00
Profit
$636,882.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$1.9M
26.2% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.9M
Total costs $6.8M
Bed community size
250-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
2 years in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.

About this community

License Status
LICENSED
Facility Type
RCFE-CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY
License Date
October 1, 2023

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 555226
County: RIVERSIDE

Ownership & operating entity

Owner name: WELL OAK CCRC TENANT LLC; OAKMONT ET AL

Care Services

Accepts Medicare
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

State-of-the-art therapy gym
Fine-dining restaurant
Movie theater

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Post-Acute Care, Activities Program, Social Services

Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicare

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.

1 visit

Breakdown by visit type

0 total complaint visits

0 other visits Info Other visits include regulatory visits that are not routine inspections or complaint investigations, such as administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, or licensing-related visits.

8 complaints

Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.

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

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

CA 92211
59
No
-
WELL TREVI CARLOTTA SNF LLC
60.6%
$7,453,959.00
$1,949,659.00
26.2%
37.20
4/5
3.5242
4/5
2/5
4/5
-
23
1
-5%
-17%
-28%
-
ManorCare Health Services-Palm Desert
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Palm Desert
178
Yes
19
BLC MIRAGE INN LP
76.6%
$24,474,263.00
$8,196,396.00
33.5%
163.70
2/5
3.7149
1/5
1/5
5/5
2
121
3
-61%
-12%
-10%
Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Address 115.3 miles from city center

Address PALM DESERT, CA 92211

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

62
Total Staff
59
Employees
3
Contractors
18,307
Total Hours (Quarter)
27
Avg Staff/Day
7.5
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse510 No
Licensed Practical Nurse217.3 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant287.3 No
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
55 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
2 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Dietary Services
3 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.1%
of total hours from contractors
24 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 3
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant280288,84891100%7.3
Licensed Practical Nurse183215,08191100%7.3
Registered Nurse5058818189%10
Other Dietary Services Staff2025216470%7.8
Nurse Practitioner1015206976%7.5
Administrator1015126470%8
RN Director of Nursing1014956268%8
Dietitian1014876470%7.6
Mental Health Service Worker1014846369%7.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist1014795864%8.3

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 10

California average 12.5


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations 23
Citations per inspection
2.3

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

14 of 23 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 9 of 23 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than California average

California average: 0.4


Serious Health citations More info 1
In line with California average

California average: 1

0 critical citations More info California average: 0.4

1 serious citation More info California average: 1

22 moderate citations More info California average: 47.2

0 minor citations More info California average: 1.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation Aug 19, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Jun 06, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Jun 06, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Jun 06, 2025
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Part of: Jacaranda Healthcare Group LLC
Resident Census by Payment Source
41 Total Residents
Medicare 30 (73.2%)
Medicaid 7 (17.1%)
Private Pay/Other 4 (9.8%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 6.6
In line with California average

California average: 6.6

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 14.7
30% worse than California average

California average: 11.3

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 10.5%
5% better than California average

California average: 11.1%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 18.9%
67% worse than California average

California average: 11.3%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 7.7%
363% worse than California average

California average: 1.7%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 8.2%
65% worse than California average

California average: 5.0%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than California average

California average: 1.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 0.0%
100% better than California average

California average: 4.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 9.4%
40% worse than California average

California average: 6.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than California average

California average: 10.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
In line with California average

California average: 98.5%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.0%
5% better than California average

California average: 94.0%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than California average

California average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 93.6%
In line with California average

California average: 93.2%

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

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

County-managed; waitlists possible.

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.

~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).

$2,000 (individual).

Can hire family as caregivers.

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual).

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+, California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.

~$51,500/year (household, adjusted annually).

Equity-based; no strict asset cap.

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

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual).

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

California CARES Program

CA CARES

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

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

Not applicable; need-based.

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

CA LIHEAP

Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.

~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).

Not applicable; income-focused.

High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.

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