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Cottages at Palm Springs

1780 E Baristo Rd

Palm Springs, CA 92262

95 beds • Est. 2019 (6 years)


FYI Safety Score

5.4 Poor

Cottages at Palm Springs has 2 serious and 10 minor state citations and 13 verified complaints since 2021 across 19 inspections. The most serious verified finding involves a January 2023 incident in which staff failed to secure a resident's bed rails and left the hospital bed in the lowered position; the resident fell and sustained a broken femur requiring surgery, and staff did not seek timely medical attention. A 2025 complaint substantiated ongoing wound care deficiencies for a resident whose lower leg wound failed to improve and worsened over multiple months despite visits from third-party nursing and wound care providers, with inspectors noting the appearance of additional unexplained skin tears. Additional verified complaints include a resident left unsupervised on a toilet in April 2024 who subsequently fell, a facility transportation bus that was out of service for approximately 2 months beginning October 2024 leaving residents dependent on family for medical appointments, and a 2023 bathroom with cracked fixtures, a loose shower seat, and black residue on caulking that went unrepaired for more than 2 months after resident reports.


Why we like it

Cottages at Palm Springs is a 95-bed assisted living community in Palm Springs, set in the Coachella Valley's iconic desert resort city. The community serves residents in a region popular with retirees drawn to the warm climate and relaxed pace of desert living.

  • On-site memory care pathway

    Assisted living residents can transition directly to memory care on-site if needs change, avoiding a disruptive move to a different facility.

  • Pet-friendly — cats and dogs

    Both cats and dogs are explicitly welcome, which is not universal among larger assisted living communities.

  • Off-campus excursions included

    Activities calendar specifically includes casino trips to Agua Caliente, celebrity tours around Palm Springs, and off-campus field trips — not just on-site programming.

  • Dining room open all day

    Reviewer notes confirm the dining room is open all day rather than restricted to set meal windows.

  • Low FYI Safety Score

    FYI Safety Score is 4.1/10 — below the threshold where the inspection record warrants a closer look. Ask about the nature and resolution of cited violations during your tour.

  • Pricing listed as unverified

    The ~$3,650/month starting price is unverified. Ask directly what's included in that base rate and what triggers additional care-level fees.

  • Large 95-bed community

    At 95 beds this is a large facility. Families who prefer a smaller, more residential setting should factor in the scale before touring.


Pricing

Assisted Living

Studio$3,350/mo
Shared Room$3,900/mo
1 Bedroom$4,450/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.


Where you'll live

1780 E Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262

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Amenities & Services

Medication Management
Memory Care Program
Respite Care
Dining
Housekeeping
Activities Program
Fitness Center
Library
Garden

Frequently asked questions

How safe is Cottages at Palm Springs?
Cottages at Palm Springs has a FYI Safety Score of 5.4 out of 10, based on California state inspection records. 12 state citations and 13 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 24 inspections.
How much does Cottages at Palm Springs cost?
Cottages at Palm Springs starts at $3,350 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Cottages at Palm Springs offer memory care?
Cottages at Palm Springs does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.
Does Cottages at Palm Springs accept Medi-Cal?
Cottages at Palm Springs is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Cottages at Palm Springs last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Cottages at Palm Springs was on 2026-05-21. The facility has received 24 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Cottages at Palm Springs have?
Cottages at Palm Springs has 12 state citations and 13 verified complaints since 2021 across 24 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 5.4 out of 10, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Cottages at Palm Springs been in operation?
Cottages at Palm Springs has been licensed for 6 years in Palm Springs, California, with a licensed capacity of 95 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
331880550
Size
95 beds (Large Community (50+ beds))
Licensed Since
May 13, 2019 (6 years)
Licensee
Pacifica Sl Palm Springs Llc;Palm Springs Mgr Llc
Administrator
Eddy, Tammy
Phone
(760) 322-3444
Address
1780 E Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262

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


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