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Desert Cottage

83-617 Himilaya Drive, Indio, CA 92203

Assisted Living
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(800) 780-8101

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(760) 342-7767

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,565

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,394
  • Average State Price: $3,737
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Desert Cottage Description

    Desert Cottage is a small 6 bed community that offers assisted living and is located in Indio, California. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.5 out of 10 making it the 2nd highest rated community in the city out of 5 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Community Reviews

    7.5
    Desert Cottage
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 18 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 2 out of 5 communities in Indio
  • Ranking in State: 2445 out of 3640 communities in CA
  • Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Summary of Reviews for Desert Cottages:

    • Several reviewers express deep regret and dissatisfaction with the care provided, citing improper care, lack of attention from staff, and issues with management's responsiveness.
    • Concerns were raised about the facility's transparency, with some suggesting that there are hidden issues and a lack of communication, especially regarding health declines and accidents.
    • Some reviews highlight excessive and questionable fees, with one instance of being charged over $14,000 a month.
    • On a positive note, many reviewers praise the facility for its cleanliness, the quality of food, and the caring nature of the staff. The environment is described as beautiful, well-maintained, and welcoming.
    • Particular commendation is given to the facility for its handling of residents with specific needs, such as those with vision impairments or dementia, with staff being described as patient and accommodating.
    • Several families felt reassured and satisfied with the level of care their loved ones received, mentioning the home-like atmosphere and the meticulous attention to residents' needs.
    • Some reviews express gratitude towards the staff for their dedication and the positive impact they have on the residents' lives, with one reviewer specifically thanking the facility for the care provided in their loved one's final days.

    Conclusion: Reviews for Desert Cottages are mixed, with some expressing significant concerns about care and management, while others commend the facility for its cleanliness, caring staff, and the quality of life provided to residents.


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    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Indio which is 1.7 miles away and has a population of 87,533 (large town).
    • The average income is $73,995, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 94
      • Low Temperature: 58
      • Average Temperature: 76.1
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 44 days of rain and 320 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.4 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 35.9 years old, average compared to other cities.
    • 4.17% of the population are Veterans which is a low percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 25.75% of the population are Foreign-born which is a high percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 2% Asian, 2% Black or African-American, 51% Hispanic or Latino, and 42% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 79.04 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 49.0, Moderate Days 110.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 57.0, Unhealthy Days 20.0, Very Unhealthy Days 2.0, Hazardous Days 5.0

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    Supermarkets

    WinCo Foods
    0.4 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    1.3 miles away
    Cardenas
    2.3 miles away
    Food 4 Less
    2.4 miles away
    Walmart Neighborhood Market
    3.1 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Sunline Indio Facility(Hwy 111@ Golf Center Pkwy)
    2.0 miles away
    Hwy 111 @ Flower SunLine Transfer Center
    2.0 miles away
    Indio - JFK Medical Center
    3.1 miles away
    Cal State University San Bernardino Palm Desert Campus (CSUSB-PDC)
    8.9 miles away
    Rancho Mirage - Eisenhower Medical Center
    11.6 miles away

    Banks

    U.S. Bank
    0.6 miles away
    Chase
    0.6 miles away
    Union Bank
    2.5 miles away
    Bank of America
    2.5 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    3.7 miles away

    Hospitals

    John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital
    3.0 miles away
    Riverside County Psychiatric Health Facility
    3.0 miles away
    Eisenhower Medical Center
    11.5 miles away
    Desert Regional Medical Center
    20.4 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS Pharmacy
    0.6 miles away
    Target Pharmacy
    0.7 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    3.6 miles away
    Walgreens
    3.6 miles away
    La Botica Health Mart/Pharmacy
    3.9 miles away

    Dentists

    Sunshine Dental Group
    3.9 miles away
    Sooho Joe DDS Inc.
    5.1 miles away
    Indian Wells Dental
    8.8 miles away
    Mecca Dental Clinic
    14.2 miles away

    Parks

    Desert Park
    0.3 miles away
    Patton Park
    0.4 miles away
    Indio
    0.6 miles away
    Cahuilla Park
    0.7 miles away
    North Jackson Park
    0.8 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Indio Grand Marketplace
    2.4 miles away
    Westfield Palm Desert
    10.8 miles away
    Monterey Shore Shopping Center
    11.4 miles away
    Oasis Plaza
    16.7 miles away
    Gene Autry Plaza
    16.7 miles away

    Culture

    Craft Room
    1.6 miles away
    Indio Performing Arts Center
    1.7 miles away
    Rock Yard
    1.7 miles away
    Performing Arts Center
    8.8 miles away
    Theatre
    10.4 miles away

    Restaurants

    WaBa Grill
    0.5 miles away
    La Casita Mexican Grill
    0.5 miles away
    IHOP
    0.6 miles away
    Charli Marrone's Italian Bar & Grill
    0.6 miles away
    Rincon Norteño Cafe
    1.7 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of CA. It is a small-sized community with 6 total beds.

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