Cottages at Palm Springs
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Palm Springs, CA

Cottages at Palm Springs

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Palm Springs, CA

Overview of Cottages at Palm Springs

Cottages at Palm Springs is a premier care facility where its residents can have it all. They offer memory care, independent living, respite care, and assisted living services tailored to seniors’ needs and preferences. The community provides a wide range of engaging activities and programs, creating a beautiful and serene environment for residents to enjoy with a comprehensive array of services and amenities, including round-the-clock staff support, housekeeping, and laundry services.

The community prioritizes the independence and well-being of its residents, ensuring that their unique care needs are met with personalized attention—the elegant and inviting atmosphere that promotes self-care and encourages residents to engage in physical activity. The beautiful outdoor courtyard offers residents a peaceful place to stroll and connect with nature. Combined with exceptional services and world-class amenities, Cottages at Palm Springs provides peace of mind to families in the community.

Bed community size
95-bed community Rank #811 / 1658Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 811th out of 1658 homes in California for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
8 years in operation Rank #738 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 738th out of 1487 homes in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 77 / 100 Rank #510 / 2093Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 510th out of 2093 homes in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
80%
Rank #682 / 1530Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 682nd out of 1530 homes in California for occupancy rate. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1530. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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
76 / 95
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceMay 13, 2019
CountyRiverside
RCFE Number331880550

Ownership & Operating Entity

Cottages at Palm Springs is legally operated by Pacifica Sl Palm Springs Llc;palm Springs Mgr Llc, and administrated by Tammy Eddy.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

ActivitiesLife-enrichment programming includes daily yoga, bingo, ice cream socials, happy hour, off-campus field trips, and celebrity tours.
Specific ProgramsFinancial Planning, Services and Amenities
Operating HoursMonday-Sunday: 00:00-23:59

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDining room open all day long with a variety of meals.

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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.

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

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 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 5 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (20% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (150% above)
• Citations per year (20% above)
• Total visits (25% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% below)
• Citations per inspection (82% below)
• Complaint visits (8% below)
• Other visits (57% below)
• Complaint investigations (20% below)
Latest Inspection May 11, 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. 1210 This facility has 20% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (12 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 20% worse
Serious citations (Type A) Info Violations 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 #600 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 600th out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 104 This facility has 150% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 150% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 2.42 This facility has 20% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (2.4 vs. CA avg 2).↑ 20% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.63.3 This facility has 82% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.6 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 82% 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. 2016 This facility has 25% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (20 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 25% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1213 This facility has 8% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (12 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 8% better Rank #922 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 922nd 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.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 37 This facility has 57% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 57% 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. 810 This facility has 20% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 20% better

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 February 17, 2026 found no deficiencies and substantiated no complaints after investigation of alleged staff-resident altercation.
  • The June 30, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated staff neglect causing a resident’s broken femur, delayed medical care by five days, and failure to notify the resident’s Power of Attorney, resulting in a $500 fine.
  • Multiple investigations from 2023 to 2025 found recurring issues with staff neglect, failure to submit required incident reports, and unmet admission agreement services such as transportation and laundry.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Cottages at Palm Springs

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Address 1.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Palm Springs's city center to Cottages at Palm Springs's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.27 miles to nearest hospital (Eisenhower Desert Cardiology Center - Palm Springs)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Cottages at Palm Springs is located in Palm Springs, 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)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cottages at Palm Springs

Who is the owner of Cottages at Palm Springs?

The legal owner and operator of Cottages at Palm Springs is Pacifica Sl Palm Springs Llc;Palm Springs Mgr Llc.

Is Cottages at Palm Springs in a walkable area?

Cottages at Palm Springs has a walk score of 77. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Cottages at Palm Springs?

Cottages at Palm Springs's occupancy is 80%.

Who is the administrator of Cottages at Palm Springs?

Tammy Eddy is the administrator of Cottages at Palm Springs.

How many beds does Cottages at Palm Springs have?

Cottages at Palm Springs has 95 beds.

Has Cottages at Palm Springs had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Cottages at Palm Springs has had 12 recently reported deficiencies.

Are there photos of Cottages at Palm Springs?

Yes — there are 11 photos of Cottages at Palm Springs in the photo gallery on this page.

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