A beautiful setting that feels like home.

If you or your parents are looking to make a move, we understand your concern about making the right decision. Legend Gardens is a warm, inviting community where you can be as social as you want. In fact, we often hear our residents say, “I wish I had moved here earlier.” We’re a small facility with residences clustered around several garden courtyards on a single level so all of our services are easily accessible. You’ll feel right at home as a member of this friendly community.

Many of our staff have been with us since we opened in 1999, and they’ve truly become part of our family. If you need assistance with anything, they’ll be there for you. The excellent care they provide can help you maintain as much of your vital independence as possible.

What’s in a name? Legend Gardens is named for the many film and stage legends that built Palm Desert into a stylish resort community.

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Our History

Founded in 1999

Legend Gardens was originally built and began providing care to residents in 1999 with 42 licensed beds in what we now refer to as the “West Wing” of our newly expanded property. It was initially built around a central pool which has since been removed in favor of a more usable outdoor covered patio and gathering area. All units in the original facility were essentially identical with kitchenettes, bedroom and bathroom with a rear patio, all set within a quiet residential neighborhood. We are fortunate that some of our wonderful caregiving staff have been serving our residents since our opening in 1999.

Renovated in 2017

Commencing in 2016 and completed in 2017, our renovation included a major dining room expansion, bright new finishes, exterior paint and tile upgrades, new lighting, and improved landscaping. By acquiring two adjacent single family homes, we more than doubled our licensed bed capacity and added a much needed memory care facility. Additional outdoor space, courtyards, covered patios, beauty shop, and common area living spaces were also added during this expansion. In addition to the memory care beds, we were able to provide newly enhanced assisted living units, offering our residents various housing options. Residents love the newly constructed, spacious, and light units with modern finishes.