Desert Cottage III
State licensed43745 Pettirosso St., Indio, CA 92203
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Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
Terra Lago Assisted Living
Indio, CaliforniaState inspected Jul 21, 2026, 4 citations since 2021
About Terra Lago Assisted Living
Terra Lago Assisted Living in Indio, California supports adults who need help with daily activities while maintaining their independence. Our compassionate team provides personalized assisted living care in a welcoming community where residents thrive with dignity and purpose.
Community at a glance
Capacity
6 residents
State license
#331800001, Licensed
Location
Indio, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
84701 Veliero Ct, Indio, California 92203
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Terra Lago Assisted Living. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Terra Lago Assisted Living on July 21, 2026.
Since October 2021, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 4 routine inspections, 2 complaint visits and 1 other visit.
Inspectors issued 1 Type A citation and 3 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 1 complaint, and found 1 allegation substantiated.
Last visit
Jul 21, 2026
Routine inspections
4
Type A citations
1
Type B citations
3
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Other visits | 1 | 1 | 2 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Oct 10, 2024, Oct 31, 2023, Oct 10, 2022, Oct 18, 2021.
Complaints
- July 18, 20231 allegation substantiated, 2 unfounded, 1 citation
- 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
- 331800001
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 6 residents
- Licensed since
- October 12, 2016
- Licensee
- Choudry Family Corporation
- Administrator
- Sais Choudry
Location
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84701 Veliero CtIndio, CA 92203
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Terra Lago Assisted Living had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Terra Lago Assisted Living 1 Type A citation and 3 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 Terra Lago Assisted Living last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on July 21, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Terra Lago Assisted Living?+
The state investigated 1 complaint since October 2021. Of the allegations, 1 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 0 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.