Infinite Love & Care Homes
State licensed37-859 Kennet St., Indio, CA 92203
Assisted Living
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
Desert Cottage II
Indio, CaliforniaState inspected Apr 9, 2026, 3 citations since 2021
About Desert Cottage II
Desert Cottage II brings personalized assisted living to Indio, California, where trained caregivers support daily activities while residents maintain independence. Our small-scale community in this warm desert region prioritizes comfort, dignity, and meaningful connections for those seeking reliable senior care.
Community at a glance
Capacity
6 residents
State license
#336423672, Licensed
Location
Indio, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
83-421 Matador Court, Indio, California 92203
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Desert Cottage II. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Desert Cottage II on April 9, 2026.
Since October 2021, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 5 routine inspections, 13 complaint visits and 21 other visits.
Inspectors issued 1 Type A citation and 2 Type B citations. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.
The state investigated 9 complaints, and found 3 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Apr 9, 2026
Routine inspections
5
Type A citations
1
Type B citations
2
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 13 | 1 | 2 |
| Other visits | 21 | 0 | 0 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Oct 3, 2025, Oct 16, 2024, Oct 28, 2023, Oct 10, 2022, Oct 18, 2021.
Complaints
- December 3, 20252 allegations substantiated, 5 unsubstantiated, 2 citations
- September 30, 20251 allegation substantiated, 9 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- September 30, 20255 unsubstantiated
- September 30, 20251 unsubstantiated
- November 29, 20232 unsubstantiated, 1 unfounded
- July 17, 20231 unsubstantiated
- July 10, 20231 unsubstantiated, 1 unfounded
- June 15, 20231 unsubstantiated
- April 25, 20232 unsubstantiated
- substantiated:
- the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
- inconclusive:
- the state could not prove or disprove it.
- unsubstantiated:
- it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
- unfounded:
- the state found it false or not possible.
License
- License number
- 336423672
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 6 residents
- Licensed since
- October 30, 2008
- Licensee
- Desert Cottages, L.L.C.
- Administrator
- Elizabeth Hengstler
Location
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83-421 Matador CourtIndio, CA 92203
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Angelic Hands Assisted Living
State licensed82397 Stradivari Road, Indio, CA 92203
Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Desert Cottage II had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Desert Cottage II 1 Type A citation and 2 Type B citations since October 2021. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Desert Cottage II last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on April 9, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Desert Cottage II?+
The state investigated 9 complaints since October 2021. Of the allegations, 3 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 27 unsubstantiated and 2 unfounded.
How much does assisted living cost?+
The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+
Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.
What's the difference from a nursing home?+
Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.