Residential care
Desert Cottage
Residential care in Indio, California
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 83-617 HIMILAYA DRIVE |
| City | Indio |
| State | California |
| ZIP code | 92203 |
| County | RIVERSIDE |
| Phone | (760) 342-7767 |
| Website | https://www.desertcottages.com/ |
| License number | 336413271 |
| License type | Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) — California's assisted living license |
| Licensing status | LICENSED |
| Licensed since | 8/28/2007 |
| Licensee | DESERT COTTAGES L.L.C |
| Capacity | 6 |
| Care types | residential care, assisted living |
| Services offered | 24-hour non-medical care and supervision, assistance with activities of daily living |
| CMS quality note | Licensed by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. |
Desert Cottage is in 83-617 HIMILAYA DRIVE, Indio, CA 92203. Phone: (760) 342-7767. Ownership: not stated in the source file. It holds California RCFE license 336413271 (status LICENSED, first licensed 8/28/2007, capacity 6). In California, assisted living is licensed as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly.
More about this provider
| Desert Cottages says it is a group of small residential care homes in Indio specialising in memory impairment, with each cottage housing no more than 6 residents and a high staff-to-resident ratio. Its site focuses on dementia and Alzheimer's care using the Hogewey model, with whole person-centered care, medication supervision, activities and a safe, secure home setting. It also lists hospice care, respite care, pet therapy and a transitioning program. | |
| Services and programs | Dementia / Memory Care; Hospice Care; Pet Therapy; Transitioning Program; Respite Care; assisted living / residential care; medication supervision; activities |
| Who it serves | Memory impaired individuals; individuals suffering from Dementia and Alzheimer's; elderly individuals; terminally ill patients needing hospice care |
| Payment types it states | Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program |
| Visiting and contact details | Call (760) 342-7767 or contact us to learn more about our assisted living and residential care services; address shown on contact page: 83617 Himalaya Drive, Indio, CA 92203; Fax: (760) 262-3927 |
| Website | https://www.desertcottages.com/ |
Who pays for residential care?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
- Does Medicare or Medicaid pay for assisted living
- Memory Care Costs: What Drives the Price When No National Median Exists
Residential care guide · Paying for care
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Common questions about Desert Cottage
Where is Desert Cottage located?
Desert Cottage is at 83-617 HIMILAYA DRIVE, Indio, California 92203.
What care and services does Desert Cottage offer?
Desert Cottage offers residential care, assisted living, 24-hour non-medical care and supervision, assistance with activities of daily living.
How do I contact Desert Cottage?
Call Desert Cottage at (760) 342-7767.
How much does assisted living cost?
The national median cost of assisted living is $6,200 a month (CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025). Costs in California can be higher or lower. The price goes up when a person needs more help with daily tasks. See our guide to assisted living costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?
No. Medicare does not pay for the rent or the day-to-day help in assisted living. That help is called custodial care, and Medicare does not cover it. Medicare still pays for your medical care while you live there, like doctor visits, hospital care, and home health visits.
What is the difference between assisted living and a nursing home?
Assisted living gives a room, meals, and help with daily tasks like bathing and dressing. Staff are on hand day and night, but it does not give round-the-clock nursing care. A nursing home gives skilled nursing care and rehab around the clock. People who need help but not daily medical care often pick assisted living. People who need daily medical care often need a nursing home.
Who else pays for assisted living besides Medicare?
Most people pay out of pocket. Medicaid pays for care services in assisted living in many states through waiver programs, but it does not pay the rent. A VA pension called Aid and Attendance can add money each month for veterans who need help with daily tasks. Long-term care insurance can pay for part of the cost.