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Desert Hills Memory Care Center

25818 Columbia St

Hemet, CA 92544

58 beds • Est. 2020 (6 years)


FYI Safety Score

5.0 Below Average

13 state citations (9 serious, 4 minor) and 7 verified complaints since 2021 across 39 inspections. The most recent verified complaint, from December 2025, involved a staff member who worked at the facility for approximately 2 years without a required background clearance, resulting in deficiencies and immediate civil penalties. A 2022 state citation found the facility failed to reassess and document a plan for a resident whose behaviors, including wandering into other residents' rooms, posed a risk to other residents. A separate 2022 citation found gaps in administering multiple prescribed medications, with records showing missed doses due to refill delays. In 2021, a serious citation was issued for restricting resident access to visitors, including ombudspersons and advocacy representatives. Records reviewed during a 2025 investigation documented a resident-on-resident physical altercation in which 1 resident was transported from the facility with a head injury and law enforcement was contacted.


Why we like it

Desert Hills Memory Care Center is a 58-bed senior living community in Hemet. The facility provides memory care services.

The community is a faith-based community.

  • Faith-based community

    Rooted in faith values with spiritual programs and chapel services available.

  • Memory care specialty

    Dedicated memory care program for residents with Alzheimer's or dementia.

  • Active lifestyle programs

    Offers organized activities, events, and social programs to keep residents engaged.

  • Dining program

    Provides prepared meals and dining services for residents.

  • Regulatory citation history

    Has received 9 Type A citations (serious — these indicate immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights). Ask what corrective actions have been taken.

  • Substantiated complaints on file

    7 of 39 complaint allegations have been substantiated by state investigators. Review the facility's public inspection reports for details.


Pricing

Assisted Living

1 Bedroom$6,079/mo
Studio$6,585/mo

Memory Care

Shared Room$1,995/mo
Studio$4,495/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.

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Where you'll live

25818 Columbia St, Hemet, CA 92544

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff
Memory Care Program
Respite Care
Dining
Activities Program
Fitness Center
Courtyard

Frequently asked questions

How safe is Desert Hills Memory Care Center?
Desert Hills Memory Care Center has a FYI Safety Score of 5.0 out of 9.9, our proprietary score based on California state inspection records. 13 state citations and 7 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 39 inspections.
How much does Desert Hills Memory Care Center cost?
Desert Hills Memory Care Center starts at $4,037 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Desert Hills Memory Care Center offer memory care?
Yes, Desert Hills Memory Care Center offers Memory Care services. Care types available include: Assisted Living, Memory Care.
Does Desert Hills Memory Care Center accept Medi-Cal?
Desert Hills Memory Care Center is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Desert Hills Memory Care Center last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Desert Hills Memory Care Center was on 2026-01-30. The facility has received 39 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Desert Hills Memory Care Center have?
Desert Hills Memory Care Center has 13 state citations and 7 verified complaints since 2021 across 39 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 5.0 out of 9.9, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Desert Hills Memory Care Center been in operation?
Desert Hills Memory Care Center has been licensed for 6 years in Hemet, California, with a licensed capacity of 58 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
331880722
Size
58 beds (Large Community (50+ beds))
Licensed Since
January 3, 2020 (6 years)
Licensee
Cascade Lvg Grp Hemet; Kre Tiger Desert Hills Op
Administrator
Hudson, Chantelle
Phone
(951) 652-1837
Address
25818 Columbia St, Hemet, CA 92544

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record


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