Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
The Carlotta
The Carlotta is an Assisted Living Home in California
The Carlotta is an Assisted Living Home in California
The Carlotta
The Carlotta is an Assisted Living Home in California
The Carlotta is an Assisted Living Home in California
Ideally settled in the heart of Palm Desert, CA, The Carlotta is a lavish senior living community that offers fulfilling and flexible senior living with a range of services for every retirement phase. Focusing on retirement and assisted living, The Carlotta features bright, spacious, and comfortable apartments ranging from a studio to 1 and 2-bedroom apartments. The community also offers 24-hour personal care support, on-site rehabilitation, and skilled nursing, ensuring its residents receive the right level of care that matches their needs.
Committed to helping their residents maximize their independence, fulfillment, and other aspects of their well-being, The Carlotta provides inviting gathering spaces with views of the desert landscape, light-filled interiors, great outdoor space, and various social and educational programs. Residents can choose from various amenities and services to enhance their lifestyle, including a full-service salon & spa, game room, outdoor swimming pools, fitness center, movie theater & auditorium, agility pet park, and more. The community also offers services such as restaurant-style dining, scheduled transportation, weekly housekeeping and linen service, and on-site maintenance to ensure its residents’ comfort and convenience.
Quality ratings
Based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
59
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
62.9%
Residents per day (avg)
37
Occupancy rate
62.9%
Residents per day (avg)
37
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
73% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
16 days
Private pay
23% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
4 years
Medicaid
4% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Individual
Home revenue
$14.2M
Loss
-$2.9M
Proprietary home
Individual
Home revenue
$14,206,957.00
Loss
$-2,892,558.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$13.0M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$18.2M
Walk Score: 5 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 62 Years Old
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 227 / 300 / 575 / 690 / 940 / 1140 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Minimum Age
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at The Carlotta
Assisted Living
Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.Compare Assisted Living around Palm Desert
Atria Hacienda
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.
Palm Desert
266
Yes
-
75
WG HACIENDA SH LP; ATRIA MANAGEMENT CO LLC
33.5%
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-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Segovia
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Palm Desert
182
Yes
-
59
WELL OAK CCRC TENANT LLC; OAKMONT MANAGEMENT GROUP
84.6%
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-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Atria 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.
Palm Desert
154
Yes
-
62
WG PALM DESERT INC; ATRIA MANAGEMENT CO LLC
44.2%
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-
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Carlotta
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Palm Desert
-
Yes
A+
5
WELL TREVI CARLOTTA SNF LLC
62.9%
$14,206,957.00
$5,204,534.00
36.6%
37.20
4/5
3.5242
4/5
2/5
4/5
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Living Spaces & Floor Plans
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4.1 miles from city center
41505 Carlotta Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Multipurpose Senior Services Program
MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: County-managed; waitlists possible.
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Can hire family as caregivers.
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)
CA MSSP
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)
- General: Age 62+, 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 Specifics: Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)
CA ALW
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
California CARES Program
CA CARES
- 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 Specifics: High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
CA LIHEAP
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics: High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
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MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)
Multipurpose Senior Services Program
Requirements:
General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:County-managed; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
California IHSS
In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits:~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Can hire family as caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
CA MSSP
Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
CA PTP
Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 62+, 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 Specifics:Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
CA ALW
Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits:~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
CA CARES
California CARES Program
Requirements:
- 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 Specifics:High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
CA LIHEAP
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits:Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics:High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
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