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14% higher than the state averagethe state average: 73%
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Assisted Living in USA
Desert Cottages I
Assisted Living in USA
Desert Cottages I
Ideally located in the peaceful residential of Himalaya Drive, Indio, CA, Desert Cottages I is a blissful retreat that specializes in dementia and Alzheimer’s care. Dedicated to residents’ welfare, the community also offers hospice care, transitioning program, and respite care. With its quaint and welcoming setting, the community strives to accommodate up to six residents. Keep peace of mind with a compassionate and highly trained team attending to your special needs 24/7, while retaining your independence.
Enhance cognition through stimulating activities that aims to keep residents happy and active. Pet therapy is also conducted to ease residents’ loneliness. Seek comfort in food and enjoy mealtimes with delightful and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. The community is great for those aiming to create memorable moments in their later years with its specially designed amenities and dedicated services.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
6
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
83.3%
Residents per day
5
Occupancy rate
83.3%
Residents per day
5
6-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
18 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 37 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Occupancy
14% higher than the state averageOccupied beds
5 / 6
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceAugust 28, 2007
CountyRiverside
RCFE Number336413271
Desert Cottages I is legally operated by Desert Cottages L.l.c.
Respite Care
Dementia / Memory Care
Hospice Care
Dementia / Memory Care
Interactive Therapy & Engagement For Dementia Care
Hospice Care
Pet Therapy
Transitioning Program
Respite Care
Specific ProgramsDementia / Memory Care, Interactive Therapy & Engagement for Dementia Care, Hospice Care, Pet Therapy, Transitioning Program, Respite Care
What does this home offer?
Total Residents: 6 Residents
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / Semi-Private Room
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Transportation Services
Parking Available
Housekeeping Services
Recreational Activities
Types of Care at Desert Cottages I
Memory Care
Assisted Living
Hospice Care
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.
24 visits
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
California average: 16 visits
Breakdown by visit type
7 total complaint visits
17 other visits
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.
California average
13 total complaint visits
7 other visits
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6 complaint investigations
Inspections conducted in response to complaints filed by residents, families, staff, or others about possible problems at the facility.
Investigations can have many visits.
California average: 10 complaint investigations
4 official inspections
Routine inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state care and safety standards.
California average: 4 official inspections
4 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 10 citations
2 serious citations
A violation that poses an immediate risk to resident health or safety, or represents a substantial failure to comply with licensing requirements.
California average: 3 serious citations
2 moderate citations
A violation that does not pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety but requires correction to remain in compliance.
California average: 4 moderate citations
Latest inspection
Date
October 30, 2025
Other3 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 8 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Desert Cottages I
Most inspections found no deficiencies, with routine health and safety checks consistently showing no immediate concerns. The most recent report from October 30, 2025, was clean with no deficiencies noted. Earlier reports included a single minor issue in October 2025 involving a toilet tank in disrepair, which was planned to be fixed promptly. A substantiated deficiency occurred in April 2022 when a staff member worked without proper criminal record exemption clearance, representing a regulatory violation but no enforcement actions or fines were listed. Since then, the facility’s record has improved, with no serious issues or enforcement actions reported.
Compare Assisted Living around Usa The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
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2.6 miles from city center
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