Inspection Reports for
The Palms at La Quinta Senior Living

45160 Seeley Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253, United States, CA, 92253

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Deficiencies (last 2 years)

Deficiencies (over 2 years) 0 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

Same as California average
California average: 4 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

4 3 2 1 0
2025
2026

Occupancy

Latest occupancy rate 81% occupied

Based on a February 2026 inspection.

This facility has shown a steady increase in demand based on occupancy rates.

Occupancy rate over time

0% 30% 60% 90% 120% May 2025 Nov 2025 Feb 2026

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 97 Capacity: 120 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 17, 2026

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted due to an allegation that facility staff did not ensure that hot water was made available at the facility.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that hot water was not available for at least two days, raising concerns about dishware sanitization. The allegation was unsubstantiated after interviews, record reviews, and temperature measurements.
Findings
The investigation found that the water heater was out of service for approximately two days but was repaired promptly. The kitchen used a steam appliance for sanitizing dishware, which was not affected by the water heater issue. Water temperature readings in resident rooms and the kitchen were within regulatory requirements. The complaint was deemed unsubstantiated.

Report Facts
Census: 97 Total Capacity: 120 Water Temperature: 107 Water Temperature: 109 Water Temperature: 135 Repair Duration: 6

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Armando PerezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and unannounced visit
Jennee CunninghamSenior Resident Care DirectorInterviewed during investigation and received report copy

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 103 Capacity: 120 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Nov 12, 2025

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted regarding an allegation that facility staff obtained power of attorney for a resident.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that facility staff obtained power of attorney for a resident. The allegation was found to be unfounded after interviews, record reviews, and witness statements.
Findings
The investigation found that the allegation was unfounded as no current or former resident or staff member matched the names provided, and the information did not align with the facility records. Therefore, the complaint was dismissed.

Report Facts
Capacity: 120 Census: 103

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Armando PerezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Roland GandyExecutive DirectorInterviewed during the investigation
Lisa StanfordBusiness Office DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the investigation and received the report

Inspection Report

Original Licensing
Capacity: 120 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 23, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a pre-licensing visit due to a change of ownership with residents in care and an application submitted for 120 non-ambulatory residents.

Findings
The facility met all operational requirements for licensure, including clean and safe client bedrooms, adequate kitchen and food supplies, proper storage of sharps and medications, accessible activity areas, and compliance with fire safety and emergency preparedness regulations. No issues or concerns were identified during the inspection.

Report Facts
Vehicle transport capacity: 12 Fire extinguisher last service date: Dec 12, 2024 Administrator certification expiration date: Mar 15, 2027

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Roland GandyAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during pre-licensing inspection
Armando PerezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the pre-licensing inspection
Jazmond D HarrisLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on report

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