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Desert Hills Memory Care Center in Hemet, CA

Desert Hills Memory Care Center is a memory care community in Hemet, CA.

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Desert Hills Memory Care Center in Hemet, CA

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and elegant decor.
  • Outdoors

    A residential building with a well-maintained lawn and surrounding trees.
  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with two neatly made beds and decorative pillows.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with comfortable seating and a large window.
  • Building

    A suburban residential building with a driveway and palm trees.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom featuring two twin beds with matching bedspreads, soft lighting, and natural light streaming through the curtains.
  • Trees

    A peaceful park scene with a gazebo providing shade over picnic tables, surrounded by lush greenery.
  • Windows

    An empty dining room with multiple tables and chairs, featuring windows with curtains and overhead lighting.
  • Dining

    A cozy dining room with a large table and chairs, featuring a window and a cabinet against the wall.
  • Landscaping

    A serene evening view of a house surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained yard.
  • Entrance

    An entrance sign for Desert Hills Ranch Estates surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
  • Artwork

    A welcoming reception area with a desk, computer, and comfortable seating.
  • Fireplace

    A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and decorated shelves.
  • Television

    A well-lit conference room featuring a long table with chairs, decorated shelves, and a small television.

25818 Columbia St., Hemet, CA 92544

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.4 from 77 reviews
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4 stars
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Desert Hills Memory Care Center Costs & Pricing

Desert Hills Memory Care Center offers competitive pricing for its memory care services, with monthly costs reflecting both the quality of care provided and the local market. For a semi-private room, residents can expect to pay $3,855, which is significantly higher than the average cost in Riverside County at $2,844 but remains below California's statewide average of $3,333. In contrast, for those seeking a studio room, the center's monthly rate rises to $7,850. This figure not only surpasses both Riverside County's average of $3,559 and California's overall average of $4,145 but also underscores the premium environment and specialized support that Desert Hills offers to its residents. Overall, while costs may be higher than regional averages for certain options, they reflect the center's commitment to delivering exceptional care tailored to individuals with memory challenges.

Floor plansDesert Hills Memory Care CenterRiverside CountyCalifornia
Semi-Private$3,855$2,844$3,333
Studio$7,850$3,559$4,145

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Overall Review of Desert Hills Memory Care Center

differentiator 8 reviews mention this

Memory care expertise stands out

Residents describe staff who are trained for dementia-related behaviors.

Several reviews mention dementia expertise, including how staff handle difficult behaviors and redirect residents rather than treating every situation the same way. Multiple family members also say the team knew what to do with their loved one’s dementia needs, including when escalation was expected. One review even contrasts Desert Hills with another memory care community that could not meet their loved one’s needs.

common 7 reviews mention this

Activities help residents stay engaged

Families report that activities are a regular part of day-to-day life.

Many reviewers say staff keep residents engaged with scheduled activities and events, including outings and group activities where families can participate. Several also describe residents staying socially active and comfortable once settled. A smaller number of reviewers felt the day-to-day structure could be limited, especially when residents can’t entertain themselves independently.

common 5 reviews mention this

Food receives repeated positive mentions

Dining is a frequent bright spot in resident and family feedback.

Multiple families mention that meals are good or excellent, and some specifically describe trying the food during family events. Reviewers also connect dining with a pleasant social atmosphere at mealtimes. While most comments are positive, one resident visit described the dining room as fairly plain.

  • An empty dining room with multiple tables and chairs, featuring windows with curtains and overhead lighting.
  • A cozy dining room with a large table and chairs, featuring a window and a cabinet against the wall.
  • An empty dining room with tables and chairs under skylights.
caveat 7 reviews mention this

Costs and value concerns appear

Several reviews describe the monthly cost as expensive.

A number of reviewers call the community expensive, including one family member who discussed a high monthly rate. Others say the price is still worth it to them because of safety and stress relief. At the same time, a few comments criticize value when expectations for care or responsiveness did not match what families paid.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Some families report missing items

A few reviews mention personal items going missing.

Some families describe clothing, bedding, or other personal belongings disappearing, sometimes with items replaced by something else. One reviewer recommends not sending anything of value unless it’s labeled and documented. Another review also mentions missing items as an ongoing concern despite liking the overall community.

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Features

Housing

  • 58 resident community capacity 58 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Memory Care Memory 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
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fireplaces Fireplaces
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Garden view Garden view
  • 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
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • 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

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity 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
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Organic Organic
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • 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
  • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Languages Spoken

  • English English
  • Spanish Spanish

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Hemet, California offers a variety of amenities and services that may be convenient for seniors looking to settle in the area. With several healthcare facilities such as Apex Healthcare Medical Center and California Vein Center located nearby, you can easily access medical care when needed. There are also pharmacies like Murphy's Rexall Drug and Rite Aid within close proximity for prescription needs. In terms of dining options, there are restaurants like Emilio's Restaurant and J & M Family Restaurant nearby for those who enjoy dining out. Additionally, there are parks like Valley Wide Regional Park and Mary Henley Park where you can enjoy outdoor activities or simply take a leisurely stroll. Overall, this area provides a mix of essential services, dining options, and recreational opportunities making it a potentially attractive choice for seniors looking to relocate to Hemet.

Physicians

  • Apex Healthcare Medical Center (0.1 miles)
  • California Eye Professionals (0.1 miles)
  • California Vein Center (0.5 miles)
  • O'Brien Katharine M DO - Katharine Mary O'Brien, DO (0.6 miles)
  • Hemet Heart Medical Ce (0.8 miles)
  • Arul Doraiswamy (0.8 miles)
  • Hemet Cardiac Medical Group (0.9 miles)

Restaurants

  • Little Caesars Pizza (0.8 miles)
  • Emilio's Restaurant (1.3 miles)
  • J & M Family Restaurant (2 miles)
  • Jack In The Box (2.2 miles)
  • Farmer Boys (2.4 miles)
  • Burger King (2.7 miles)
  • Chili's Grill & Bar (2.8 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Murphy's Rexall Drug (0.8 miles)
  • Inland Pharmacy (1 miles)
  • Medicine World Pharmacy (1 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1 miles)
  • Sail Drug. A Good Neighbor Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • Sail Drug Center (1.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Hemet Healthcare Surgicenter (0.8 miles)
  • Loma Linda University Medical Center-Beaumont Asc (11.9 miles)

Parks

  • Valley Wide Regional Park (2.6 miles)
  • Mary Henley Park (3.2 miles)
  • Mcsweeny Park (4.1 miles)
  • Idyllwild Community Playground (11.9 miles)

Places of Worship

  • San Jacinto Assembly Of God Church (2.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (3.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.3 miles)
  • Sharetea (12.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (12.2 miles)

Transportation

  • Hemet-Ryan Airport (HMT) (4.6 miles)
  • Hemet Model Masters Air Park Terminal (6.5 miles)

Theaters

  • 2nd Street Cinema (12.1 miles)

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