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Assisted Living Available in the Palm Springs Area

Updated on June 27, 2012
Stay connected with your aging loved ones in assisted living.
Stay connected with your aging loved ones in assisted living.

Palm Springs' warm climate has drawn retiring seniors for decades. Now with more than 30% of the population 62 and older, an increasing number of aging people are looking for assisted living available in the Palm Springs area.

Cost of Living

For those thinking of retiring to Palm Springs, it is important to know that the warm climate and desert location comes with a price. Compared to the rest of the country, Palm Springs's cost of living is about 17% higher than the U.S. average. Even though affordable facilities are available for aging seniors who need help with day-to-day tasks, the cost of living will still play a role in finances.

Assisted Living Palm Springs

Apartment style assisted living is a popular choice that allows for a measure of independence. Assisted living in Palm Springs often includes private studio or one-bedroom apartments with patios or balconies offering mountain views. It's not unusual to find facilities that offer accommodations with kitchenettes equipped with a refrigerator but meals are served in a common area where everyone can eat together and socialize. Other extras commonly found in Palm Springs assisted living facilities include:

  • Pet friendly facilities
  • Beauty salon on the premises
  • Specialty care including Alzheimer's and Memory Care, and Respite Care
  • 24 hour emergency response system
  • Hospice Care
  • Socialization through a variety of activities

Professional Assessment Brings Clarity

Before you make a decision on assisted listing, it is important to have a professional assessment done to evaluate an aging person's physical and cognitive health. The results will bring short- and long-term needs into focus and help identify what type of help is really needed. This step often makes the difference of whether a person moves into an assisted living facility or a skilled nursing facility. Many assisted living situations are not licensed to provide medical care and this can cause added stress and cost down the road. It is better to have the assessment done before the move to eliminate a potential problem.

Family Members Should Stay Involved

With hundreds of assisted living options in Palm Springs it is important to research the possibilities. Once your loved one makes the move, visit them often. Assisted living helps provide day-to-day help, but it doesn't take the place of family. Visits will help them feel connected.

Keep an eye on monthly expenses including the pharmacy bill. Over-medication can lead to increased confusion and the risk of falling for the elderly. If you have any concerns be sure to make them known. Assisted living provides a service, but family still needs to stay involved and to visit regularly.

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