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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Palm Desert, CA

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for assisted living in Palm Desert, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Palm Desert or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Palm Desert.

From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Palm Desert for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 44 assisted living facilities in the Palm Desert area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like South Palm Desert and Palma Village Groves.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Indio, Cathedral City or Indian Wells.

Palm Desert Assisted Living Facilities | 545 Reviews

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Assisted Living

Average starting price $3,665/month
Average starting price $5,060/month
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Average starting price $4,356/month
Average starting price $3,128/month
Average starting price $1,447/month
Recent reviews of Assisted Living in Palm Desert, CA
Blessed Jera Home Care in Cathedral City, CA
5.0

They were just superb! Mom was on hospice, and they were most accommodating. They went out and bought new curtains for her room, and did a lot of similar things to make it a pleasant experience. They were up all night with mom before she passed. They really were just over the top in how kind and caring they were. Very warm and caring. Great experience and would certainly recommend Blessed Jera Home Care.

Atria Palm Desert
4.0

Overall, this is the best place for her, although no where is perfect, staff are willing to listen and work together for Moms best care. The entertainment and food are great! Sometimes they are low in staff. It is expensive, but worth it!

Desert Skys Board and Care in Indio, CA
4.5

I feel really good about the service of Desert Sky's Board and Care, inc. for facility Desert Sky's Board and Care. They have great service, the administrator Nenita Koch and staff are taking such great care of my grandmother. My grandmother is non-ambulatory from a stroke and after her rehab she came and stayed with me for 4 months where i took care of her. I no longer could for I had to work and my sister and found Desert Sky's Board and Care and Admitted her May of 2008 she has been very happy there. I would absolutely, recommend this facility to anyone.

Atria Palm Desert

44300 San Pascual Avenue, Palm Desert, CA 92260

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77 reviews

Dad moved in a few months ago and he is doing very well. He likes the food and has made some new friends. I can't say enough about the great caring staff as they really care about their residents. We made a...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Atria Palm Desert is a stylish pet-friendly independent and assisted living community just minutes from the exclusive boutiques, restaurants and galleries of El Paseo Drive. Featuring stunning mountain views, a heated pool, delicious meals served restaurant-style daily, and an exquisite barbecue...

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Atria Hacienda

44600 Monterey Avenue, Palm Desert, CA 92260

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120 reviews

When my wife and I toured for her mom we noticed that all of the residents were smiling and welcoming. The grounds and buildings were also very well maintained and comfortable. The staff is very available...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Residents at Atria Hacienda assisted living community enjoy the Bistro Grill for casual dining, a dedicated theater with cinema-style seating, a custom-designed fitness center, a luxurious spa, and an enhanced Life Guidance memory care neighborhood for residents with Alzheimer's or dementia. Our...

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Segovia at Palm Desert

39905 Via Scena, Palm Desert, CA 92260

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9 reviews

A dear friend of mine lives at Segovia and is very pleased. The staff is incredible, the food delicious and the service from the nursing staff has been great! They are attentive and caring. Segovia is...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Segovia is an active independent retirement community that provides a wide variety of outside activities. Events include outside the community fine dining, excursions, as well as outside experiences including Art museums, visits to local Art galleries. Segovia is located close to the McCallum...

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Brookdale Mirage Inn

72750 Country Club Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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9.7
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63 reviews

My husband passed away in February. The care at Brookdale was excellent! Constant attention was great! I would absolutely recommend Brookdale Mirage Inn to anybody looking for care for a loved one!

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Do more of what you love.With assisted living and memory care on one campus, we customize your care to meet your specific needs. We can help you with the little things—like simple housekeeping and meals—and with bathing and getting dressed, too.  So go do the things you love to do, and let...

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Atria Rancho Mirage

34560 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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103 reviews

It's a nice place with nice rooms. Friendly and quiet environment. Tenants a little frustrated with decreased staffing over the past couple of years. Rent rises considerably every year. They could add...

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Set in the beautiful Coachella Valley near golf courses and Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa, Rancho Mirage Terrace – an Atria Senior Living community – helps older people enjoy a simplified lifestyle.This welcoming residence offers a selection of studio and one-bedroom apartments, most with a...

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The Palms at LaQuinta

45160 Seeley Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253

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28 reviews

The lobby and dining rooms are sunny, positive, and sparkling clean - more like a 5-star hotel than a care facility. Staff is caring, responsive and there are a variety of activities, truly something for...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Caleo Bay Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care

47805 Caleo Bay Drive, La Quinta, CA 92253

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26 reviews

I was so very thankful for Caleo Bay. The Staff was so kind to my aunt and treated her with respect and dignity. As I was live out of state. I was so grateful to feel that my aunt was in good hands, and that...

Provides: Memory Care
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At Caleo Bay we offer a sense of home and focus on time tested programs to engage every Resident based on their unique life story. We spend meaningful time with our Residents to best understand their individualized needs every day. Our approach, as well as our many years of experience, gives us a...

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The Carlotta

41505 Carlotta Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211

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My loved one was previously a resident at The Carlotta and overall the experience at this facility was great for her. The cleanliness and friendliness were great. The staff, care services, meals and...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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The Fountains at the Carlotta is a multi-level gated community on 20 acres of beautifully manicured grounds. We have 111 independent Remodeled Private Apartments and 63 Private Casitas. There are different floor plans to chose from. Our Assisted iving Community has 36 one Bedroom and studio...

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Bella Villaggio

40-235 Portola Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260

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11 reviews

Things have been much better than we anticipated at this facility. We had no idea what to expect. But so far, it's been a terrific experience. Mom is thriving here. She's extremely comfortable at this...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Bella Villaggio offers a variety of Palm Desert senior care options to help you find the right level of assistance for your needs, all in our lovely community nestled in the foothills of the Santa Rosa mountains in Palm Desert, CA. Independent LivingWhat will you do today at our independent...

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Legend Gardens

73685 Catalina Way, Palm Desert, CA 92260

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I am always greeted by a friendly care giver when I visit. My grandmother. The care staff was great even during the lock-downs on communicating with my family about her and what she was doing.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Experience all the comforts of home at Legend Gardens, located within a quiet residential neighborhood in the heart of Palm Desert. Our bright, colorful garden setting provides a beautiful backdrop that will lift your spirits. Our intimate atmosphere makes it easy to know your neighbors and...

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Bayshire Rancho Mirage

72201 Country Club Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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53 reviews

The is right there with the rest Lots of promises, and on occasion they mist the mark. The are okay and better than the prior community.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Here you get to redefine your independence with care if you need it and more time to do what you want to do.Located just south of Palm Springs,  at our continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, you’ll have the care you need when you need it with assisted living, memory care and skilled...

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Vista Cove at Rancho Mirage

70201 Mirage Cove Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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The staff at Vista Cove at Rancho Mirage are doing a fantastic job with my wife. She has adjusted very well. All of the directors here have a great track record, they have worked together for 17 years and it...

Provides: Memory Care

Vista Cove at Rancho Mirage is an assisted living community specializing in Alzheimer's and dementia care, offering a secure and intimate setting that is unparalleled in the Coachella Valley. We provide the only fully-gated memory care community in the area with over 2 acres of lush gardens and...

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Desert Cottage II

83421 Matador Ct., Indio, CA 92203

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9 reviews

The person that runs the community is amazing and phenomenal. For what my father needed at the time it worked great. Compared to other communities it may be in the same ballpark but he got the three meals a...

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes
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Desert Cottage II is an Alzheimer's memory care community located in a distant suburb of Los Angeles in the city of Indio, California in Riverside county. As a distant suburb of Los Angeles, Indio is not overwhelmed by the stress, noise, and crowding that is found in the city. At the same time,...

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Desert Cottage

83617 Himalaya Dr., Indio, CA 92203

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13 reviews

The caregivers here are wonderful They are patient and they work well with vision impaired residents. The food is good. They make homemade soups and offer a variety of snacks during the day. They make...

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes
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Desert Cottage is an Alzheimer's memory care community located in Indio, California in the county of Riverside. Desert Cottage is located in a lovely community that has a nearby country club, the Indio Golf Course, two man-made lakes, and nearby shopping complex. This variety of recreation and...

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Senior Hope Manor

74115 Portola Pointe Lane, Palm Desert, CA 92211

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1 review

My mom stayed there for four years and she was well taken cared of. She enjoyed the interaction with the staff and other residents, regular check-ins and conversation as needed. The rooms are much bigger...

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Mountainview Residential Care Facility for the Elderly

78805 Nolan Circle, La Quinta, CA 92253

9.0
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2 reviews

My mom was a resident at Mountainview Residential Care Facility. We were very happy with our experience there. Fortunately, it was a temporary placement for my mom at the time, but we would use them again,...

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Mountainview RCFE senior living is located within the serene spaces of La Quinta, California. The community itself offers a wide variety of activities that can be performed throughout the day and also some nightly entertainment as well. Care is given to those who can no longer care for themselves...

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Del Oro Residential Care Facility for the Elderly

78335 Via Dijon, La Quinta, CA 92253

8.5
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2 reviews

My 94 year old mother had fabulous care at the end of her life in this wonderful Board & Care home. All 3 caregivers were very caring & took great care of my mom. All 3 of them has worked for the owner for...

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Del Oro RCFE is an assisted living and memory care community located in La Quinta, California. We are known for our around the clock care and services in assisting any of our resident's needs. We will provide assistance with any life activities such as walking, eating, and grooming. Our employees...

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44645 San Onofre Ave., Palm Desert, CA 92260

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Accent Loving Personal Care II

73463 Guadalupe Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Mirage Hope Manor

38760 Desert Mirage, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

St. Mary's Love and Care Home Palm Desert

74039 Kokopelli Circle, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

When looking for the right place to provide everything your loved one needs, St. MaryÆs is the perfect spot. Offering exquisite mountain vistas, St. MaryÆs Love and Care Home offers everything your loved one needs. Located about a mile northeast from the very popular Eisenhower Medical Center,...

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Rachel's Cottage with Love

45515 Sunbrook Lane, La Quinta, CA 92253

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

A home situated in friendly neighborhoods on a quiet residential area, offering the very best in elderly care for your loved one, close to businesses, medical, educational centers and parks. Our values and assets:   A professional Administrator who possess all the qualifications and...

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Goldluxury Villa

79105 Arbola Circle, La Quinta, CA 92253

2 reviews

You could spend months looking and never, ever find a better home to place your loved one. The care, the love, the attention, the cleanliness are just a few of the amenities your loved one receives...

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Goldluxury Villa is located in beautiful La Quita California and is the best place for senior living that you could want for your loved one. Lilbeth Grabowski, the owner of this facility, has been in the business of caring for seniors and children for nearly 20 years now, so her commitment to...

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Majestic Residential Care

79790 Barcelona Dr., La Quinta, CA 92253

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Majestic is a residential care facility for the elderly and is licensedfor five residents .We are located in the  safe and serene gatedcommunity called The Esplanade. We boasts of a home like atmosphere. Wecare for our residents as our own and make them feel loved and welltaken cared of. We...

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La Quinta Residence Elderly 5

53800 Avenida Obregon, La Quinta, CA 92253

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes
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Cost of assisted living in Palm Desert, CA

The average cost of senior living in Palm Desert is 3,665 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Twentynine Palms, CA with an average of 2,599 per month.

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In Palm Desert, California, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Financial assistance

In Palm Desert, California, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Transportation

Palm Desert is somewhat car dependent, meaning seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Palm Desert include SunLine Transit Agency. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Palm Desert has somewhat limited biking infrastructure and is fairly walkable.

Health care

Palm Desert offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has few hospitals, including Eisenhower Medical Center and John F Kennedy Memorial Hospital.

Senior activities

Situated in the heart of Greater Palm Springs, Palm Desert is known for its shopping, entertainment, and recreational opportunities. Seniors can spend their day exploring the El Paseo Shopping District where they’ll find public art pieces, upscale shopping, gourmet restaurants, and much more. Whether it’s catching a show at the McCallum Theatre, feeding giraffes at the Living Desert Zoo & Gardens, or taking advantage of the fantastic weather on a luxury golf course, there’s something for everyone in Palm Desert.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living is long-term care for seniors who are generally active and independent, but who require increased supervision and help with some daily tasks. Staff can assist residents with activities of daily living like dressing, bathing, and medication management. Assisted living is also a good option for seniors seeking more socialization. Services and amenities in assisted living facilities often include:

  • Housekeeping
  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Help with personal care
  • Laundry
  • Social activities and outings
  • 24-hour emergency response
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Learn More About Assisted Living in Palm Desert, CA

In Southern California’s majestic Coachella Valley, Palm Desert remains a popular getaway for nearby city dwellers or travelers from afar looking to escape frigid winters. Year-round low humidity, abundant sunshine, upscale shopping, and a variety of golf courses have all led to a slowly increasing population, as visitors end up finding plenty of reasons to stay for good.

In Palm Desert, assisted living communities provide personal care services in settings typically ranging from private apartments to shared rooms, often with restaurant-style dining and activities based on residents’ interests. Designed to promote independence among seniors who don’t require 24-hour skilled nursing care, assisted living is a good option for retirees who need help with some daily tasks and would like to live a socially fulfilling, active lifestyle.

Cost of Assisted Living in Palm Desert, CA

The median monthly cost of assisted living is about $4,500 in Palm Desert and $3,800 in the Riverside area. The median monthly cost of assisted living in the state of California is around $4,100.

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Cost of Living

The total household expenses associated with living in Palm Desert are rated 14 points below the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated below the average.

Index Scores

All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.

Household Expenses Health Care Insurance Entertainment Grocery Clothing
86 94 85 86 86 79

Income and Housing

Median income age 45-64 Median income age 65+ Median household income Average individual income Median employee salary Average property tax One-bedroom apartment gross rent estimate
$71,617 per year $55,255 per year $59,396 per year $41,981 per year $40,728 per year $4,891 per year $957 per month

Local Hospitals

The top hospitals that service Palm Desert include:

Eisenhower Medical Center

  • Facility type: nonprofit, short-term acute care
  • Bed count: 360+
  • Specialties: emergency department, ICU, joint replacement

John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital

  • Facility type: corporate, short-term acute care
  • Bed count: 120+
  • Specialties: emergency department, inpatient surgery, physical therapy

Desert Regional Medical Center

  • Facility type: corporate, short-term acute care
  • Bed count: 360+
  • Specialties: emergency department, hemodialysis, ICU

Weather and Climate

Palm Desert, like most of the Coachella Valley, has a tropical desert climate with warm to hot average temperatures year round, making it one of the warmest areas in the entire country. Summers are very hot, winters are warm, and there’s less than 5 inches of annual rainfall, meaning sunshine is plentiful throughout the year. The average humidity level in Palm Desert is 33%, and humidity levels are often highest during December at about 41%.

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average January Maximum January Minimum
57°F 72°F 42°F

July Average July Maximum July Minimum
93°F 107°F 78°F

Air Quality

  • Relative Air Quality Index: 122

This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.

Precipitation

  • Average Annual Precipitation: 6.3″

Demographics and Values

Population Statistics

Median age Percent of population over 65 Population Population Density Average Household Size
54 33.7% 53.356 1.990.1 per square mile 2.1

Race & Ethnicity

American Indian or Alaskan Native Asian Black Hispanic or Latino Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander Two or More Races White (not Hispanic or Latino)
0.4% 5.1% 2.5% 25.5% 0.2% 4.4% 64.5%

These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.

LGBTQ+ Inclusivity

These scores were taken from the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.

  • Non-discrimination laws in Palm Desert: 30/30
  • Overall inclusivity: 94/100

2016 Presidential Election Results for Riverside County

Democratic Republican Other
49.6% 45.3% 5.1%

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

Some of the most popular museums and historic sites in Palm Desert include:

  • Palm Springs Art Museum in Palm Desert
  • CODA Gallery
  • Desert Holocaust Memorial (Civic Center Park)
  • Miles C. Bates “Wave House”
  • Palm Desert Visitor Center

Outdoor attractions in Palm Desert:

  • Civic Center Park (sports, concerts, public art)
  • Palm Desert Aquatic Center
  • Palms to Pines Scenic Byway
  • Bump and Grind Trail
  • The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
  • Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument (wilderness area and hiking trails)

Palm Desert’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:

  • McCallum Theatre
  • The Street Fair at College of the Desert
  • Desert Willow Golf Course
  • El Paseo Square (restaurants, shops, art galleries)

Transportation

Public transportation in Palm Desert is available via the SunLine Transit Agency, which operates bus routes throughout Coachella Valley and has several stops in Palm Desert. For seniors, SunLine offers the Half-Fare Program available to riders 60 and older, as well as the SunDial Paratransit Service for door-to-door, accessible transit.

Frequently asked questions

Atria Palm Desert, Atria Hacienda and Brookdale Mirage Inn are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Palm Desert, California. See full list of communities.

There are 44 assisted living facilities near Palm Desert, California. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Palm Desert, California are Atria Hacienda, Brookdale Mirage Inn, and Atria Rancho Mirage. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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