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
Indio, CaliforniaState inspected Aug 19, 2026, 5 citations since 2022
About Desert Cottage
Desert Cottage offers compassionate assisted living in Indio, California, where residents receive personalized support while maintaining their independence. Our team understands that each person's needs are unique, and we're committed to creating a safe, comfortable home that feels like family.
Community at a glance
Capacity
6 residents
State license
#336413271, Licensed
Location
Indio, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
83-617 Himilaya Drive, Indio, California 92203
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Desert Cottage. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Desert Cottage on August 19, 2026.
Since April 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 5 routine inspections, 9 complaint visits and 19 other visits.
Inspectors issued 3 Type A citations 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 8 complaints, and found 4 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Aug 19, 2026
Routine inspections
5
Type A citations
3
Type B citations
2
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 9 | 2 | 1 |
| Other visits | 19 | 1 | 1 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Aug 19, 2026, Aug 4, 2025, Aug 21, 2024, Aug 7, 2023, Aug 30, 2022.
Complaints
- February 20, 20261 unsubstantiated
- February 18, 20262 allegations substantiated, 1 citation
- January 14, 20261 unfounded
- December 3, 20251 allegation substantiated, 6 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- September 19, 20255 unfounded
- August 21, 20253 unsubstantiated
- January 9, 20251 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- October 7, 20241 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
- 336413271
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 6 residents
- Licensed since
- August 28, 2007
- Licensee
- Desert Cottages L.L.C
- Administrator
- Elizabeth Hengstler
Location
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83-617 Himilaya DriveIndio, CA 92203
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Desert Cottage had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Desert Cottage 3 Type A citations and 2 Type B citations since April 2022. 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 last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on August 19, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Desert Cottage?+
The state investigated 8 complaints since April 2022. Of the allegations, 4 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 11 unsubstantiated and 6 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.