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Legend Gardens in Palm Desert, CA

Legend Gardens is an assisted living and memory care community in Palm Desert, CA.

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Legend Gardens in Palm Desert, CA

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  • Interior

    A modern dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring a contemporary interior design.
  • Outdoors

    A photo of a commercial building labeled 'Legend Estates' with modern architecture and landscaping.
  • Decor

    A cozy kitchenette with a dining table set for two, featuring sunflowers and framed artwork on the wall.
  • Building

    A modern outdoor space with pathways, benches, and contemporary architecture.
  • Architecture

    A sunlit outdoor patio with white dining furniture under wooden beams.
  • Landscaping

    A well-maintained outdoor putting green surrounded by palm trees and a white fence.
  • Lighting

    A spacious and well-lit waiting room with comfortable seating and modern decor.
  • Patio

    A sunny courtyard featuring a wooden-ceiling patio with a dining table and chairs.
  • Exterior

    A modern office building surrounded by palm trees under a clear blue sky.

73685 Catalina Way, Palm Desert, CA 92260

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4.2 from 57 reviews
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Legend Gardens Costs & Pricing

Legend Gardens offers a range of accommodation options with pricing that reflects its premium services and amenities. For a semi-private room, residents can expect to pay $3,600 per month, which is notably higher than both Riverside County and the broader California averages of $2,844 and $3,333, respectively. The one-bedroom units are priced at $4,250, aligning closely with the state average but exceeding the county's average of $3,611. For those seeking more space, the two-bedroom option at Legend Gardens is available for $4,900 - significantly above both Riverside County's $3,614 and California's $5,270 averages. Lastly, studio apartments are priced at $6,800 per month, again reflecting a premium in comparison to Riverside County ($3,559) and California as a whole ($4,145). Overall, while Legend Gardens presents higher monthly costs compared to local and state standards, these prices may be indicative of enhanced facilities and services tailored to enrich resident experiences.

Floor plansLegend GardensRiverside CountyCalifornia
Semi-Private$3,600$2,844$3,333
1 Bedroom$4,250$3,611$4,340
2 Bedrooms$4,900$3,614$5,270
Studio$6,800$3,559$4,145

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Overall Review of Legend Gardens

common 18 reviews mention this

Care is responsive, attentive

Residents and families frequently describe attentive, caring support from the staff.

A lot of reviewers describe feeling comfortable because staff members are caring, polite, and attentive during daily needs. Several mention that staff communicate well with families and involve residents in day-to-day support, including arranging transportation and helping with meal routines. Some also highlight quick responses in urgent situations and day-to-day consistency, including memory care caregivers engaging residents.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Some medical follow-through worries

A few reviews raise serious concerns about medication and care consistency.

One reviewer describes delays and gaps with prescribed care, including missed scheduled walks and eye drops sitting without timely sign-off. Another similarly reports denied daily walks, issues involving hearing aids, and missed or delayed follow-through on medical needs and communications. A separate review recounts an oxygen setting being changed to an unsafe level, leading to a hospital stay.

common 8 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Reviews often mention a strong focus on activities and resident engagement.

Multiple reviewers point to a regular schedule of activities such as Bingo, music, art, and special celebrations, along with both on-site and off-site options. Others describe the activity leadership as a key part of the experience, including residents getting organized to exercise and staying stimulated. Even where one reviewer notes fewer crafts due to nearby senior center offerings, the overall emphasis on planned activities comes through repeatedly.

common 3 reviews mention this

Meals and dining choices matter

Families describe meal routines and food satisfaction as a positive part of life here.

Several reviewers say their loved one finds enough variety across daily menus and enjoys consistent meal routines, including lighter options and dessert. Others mention staff helping with meals and note that their parent likes the food. The community also offers restaurant-style dining and meal service options like room service and guest meals, which aligns with what families focus on in their feedback.

  • A cozy kitchenette with a dining table set for two, featuring sunflowers and framed artwork on the wall.
  • A sunlit outdoor patio with white dining furniture under wooden beams.
  • A modern dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring a contemporary interior design.
common 4 reviews mention this

Pricing feels fair versus nearby

Some reviewers highlight pricing as fair or a good fit for their budget.

Reviewers who compared communities often mention that pricing helped their decision, including comments that the cost was lower than what they saw on tours. Others describe pricing as very fair and connect that value to the overall care experience. Pricing varies by unit type, with all listed ranges shown as above the county average across the board.

common 4 reviews mention this

Memory care receives praise

Multiple reviews specifically praise memory care support.

Families and reviewers mention memory care caregivers by name and describe residents as being cared for with patience and good quality support. Others highlight memory care as especially clean and organized, and they note ongoing engagement through activities. One reviewer also calls out staff and activities in memory care as a key reason they felt confident choosing the community.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 96 resident community capacity 96 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Palm Springs International (10 miles away) Palm Springs International (10 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Forever fit Forever fit
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in the heart of Palm Desert, California, this area offers a convenient and vibrant setting for seniors looking to enjoy a mix of dining options, healthcare facilities, and recreational activities. With a variety of restaurants ranging from classic diners like Keedy's Fountain & Grill to upscale seafood at Pacifica Seafood Restaurant, there is something for every palate. Nearby physicians like Aurora Pain Management and Sunlife Medical Group provide easy access to medical care, while pharmacies such as Walgreens and CVS Pharmacy ensure convenient medication services. For leisurely outings, residents can visit cafes like Panera Bread or catch a movie at Century Theatre just a short drive away. With hospitals like Eisenhower Medical Center within reach and places of worship like Southwest Community Church nearby, seniors can find comfort and convenience in this bustling neighborhood of Palm Desert.

Restaurants

  • Keedy's Fountain & Grill (0.3 miles)
  • Pacifica Seafood Restaurant (0.5 miles)
  • Kitchen 86 + Bar (0.7 miles)
  • Daily Grill (0.8 miles)
  • Eureka (1.3 miles)
  • Islands Restaurant Palm Desert (1.3 miles)
  • Red Lobster (1.4 miles)

Physicians

  • Aurora Pain Management (0.3 miles)
  • Spectacular Shades (0.4 miles)
  • Sunlife Medical Group (0.5 miles)
  • Lily Lee, MD Plastic Surgery and MedSpa (0.6 miles)
  • Vein Institute of the Desert (0.7 miles)
  • Lisa Lisa M Bodon Bodon MD (1.1 miles)
  • Richard Chenik (1.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (0.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (1 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.9 miles)
  • Marriott's Shadow Ridge I-The Villages (4 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.2 miles)
  • Panera Bread (5.2 miles)
  • Panera Bread (5.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.5 miles)
  • Ralphs Pharmacy (4.6 miles)
  • Emmanuel Pharmacy (4.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • City of Hope (2 miles)
  • Hope Square Surgical Center (2.9 miles)
  • Medical Records Department (2.9 miles)
  • Eisenhower Medical Center (3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Southwest Community Church (4.2 miles)

Theaters

  • Century Theatre (5.1 miles)

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