Referral Network:
             Coachella Valley & Morongo Basin

This page is dedicated to the "Golden Age" residents throughout the Coachella Valley & Morongo Basin, CA.

We have provided a list of referrals that are located within these two areas, geared toward golden age'rs (senior citizens). As we identify & learn of more, we will add them to this page.

Compatible Homes/Remodels

Equipment Supplies for Home/Auto

Health

Living Facilities

Points of Interest

Restaurants

Support Services

Transportation

Compatible Homes/Remodels


Silver Ridge Homes

A general contractor providing service for custom homes, room additions, remodeling, garages, patio covers, custom concrete & specializing in homes with Golden Age'rs (seniors) in mind. As a native of the area Eric cares about how the community develops.

Owner/Operator: Eric Murray
License:
582973
Phone:
(760) 365-8740
E-mail: silvermurray@msn.com

At Golden Age Services we work directly with Silver Ridge Homes on the development & optimization of the homes. For additional information contact Gary@GoldenAger.com.

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Equipment Supplies for Home/Auto


Assured Mobility

"Specialist In Serving the Physically Challenged"

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Compliant with the ADA

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Recognized by the Veterans Administration

Assured Mobility retrofits transportation vehicles to suit your mobility needs, with designs to fit nearly every vehicle from RVs to SUVs.

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Wheelchair Lifts and Ramps

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Mobile Home Lifts

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Mini & Full Size Van Conversions

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Stairway Lifts

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Driving Aids

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RV Lifts and Modifications

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Scooter Lifts & Carriers

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Dropped Floor Ramp Vans

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Wheelchair Tie Downs

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Truck Lift Gates

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Hand Controls

Proprietors: Glyn & Pamela Jones
Phone: (760) 327-0700 or (800) 506-9955 (California Only)
Location: 3535 Anza Road, Ste. J
                Palm Springs, CA 92262

 

Medi Source Equipment & Supply Inc.

In-home oxygen, equipment, and supplies.

Proprietors: Steve & Esta Willman
Phone:
(760) 365-6389
Location: 56969 Yucca Trl., Suite A
                Yucca Valley, CA 92284



Sierra Home Care Yucca Valley/Hi-Desert

Specializing in Oxygen & Home Medical equipment.

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Respiratory Therapy

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Oxygen Therapy

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Sleep Equipment

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Home Medical Equipment

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Retail Sales

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Diagnostic Equipment

Hours: Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm; on call service is always available

District Mngr: Ernest Frank R.C.P.
Phone:
(760) 228-3308
Corp: (800) 696-2968
Website: www.sierrahomecare.com
Location:
56300 29 Palms Hwy., Suite 113
                Yucca Valley, CA 92284

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Health


Dr. John Englehart N.D., D.H.M.

Naturopathy & Homeopathy

"I make house calls!"

Among his various services he offers Cold Laser for Chronic Pain, Auriculo-Medicine for Weight Loss & Optimizing Wellness.

Phone: (760) 866-9000
Mail: P.O. Box 158
         Palm Springs, CA 92263

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Living Facilities

Braswell Family Care Centers

Braswell's, when home is no longer an option: Staff on duty 24 hours; Supervision of medications; In-room call systems; 3 nutritious meals daily; Family dining room; Housekeeping & linen services; Planned social & recreational activities; On-site beauty & barber services; Lounges for socializing; Transportation. "Quality Care with Love" since 1963.

Medi-Cal, Medicare, HMO & Private Insurance Accepted

Resident Services Coordinator: Adrienne Lamborn
Phone: (760) 365-0887
Website: www.braswellfamilycarecenters.com
Location: 55425 Santa Fe Trail
                Yucca Valley, CA 92284

 

Manorcare Health Services - Palm Desert, CA*

A nursing home, rehab, & healthcare facility, participating in Medicare & Medicaid.

*Gary's (who' Gary) father stayed at this facility for rehab after knee surgery. His rehabilitation and the care he received was a very positive experience. He chose this location for rehab after his hip surgery as well. According to him they have good food, ice cream & a pleasant atmosphere.

Their website offers: Nursing Home Staff Info; Nursing Home Resident Info; Nursing Home Inspection Violations;
and links for

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Nursing Home by City

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Nursing Home by County

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Search Nursing Homes

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Nursing Home Resources

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and more....

Phone: (760) 341-0261
Website: www.nursing-homes.biz/nursing-home-details/Palm-Desert-CA-Manorcare-Health-Services
Location: 74-350 Country Club Dr.
                Palm Desert, CA 92260

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Points of Interest

Hi-Desert Nature Museum

You are invited to culture, education, community events.

Phone: (760) 369-7212
Location: 57116 29 Palms Hwy.
                Yucca Valley, CA 92284
 

Town of Yucca Valley Community Info Visitor's Site 

Often referred to as the "gateway to California's outback". Locals and visitors enjoy sunshine and clear skies more than 320 days a year, providing the ideal environment for equestrian activities, night sky observation, and many outdoor recreation opportunities.

The unique natural surroundings of the Joshua Tree National Park have made it a favorite destination for more than a million visitors each year.

Town Hall Phone: (760) 369-7207
Website:
www.yucca-valley.org/townhall/townhall.html
Location: 57090 29 Palms Hwy.
                    Yucca Valley, CA 92284


Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce

Our Chamber Offices are located in the California Welcome Center. You will find friendly staff to answer all your questions about our communities. We can answer your questions and we can send you information about our community just be clicking on the Relocation tab at the bottom of our websites home page. I hope you will be able to visit us soon.

Phone: (760) 365-6323
Website: www.yuccavalley.org
Location: 56711 29 Palms Hwy.
                    Yucca Valley, CA 92284
 

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Restaurants

Manny's Family Restaurant

Family owned & operated, with a welcome & friendly atmosphere for the Golden Age'r.

Phone: (760) 365-5061
Location: 57154 29 Palms Hwy.
                Yucca Valley, CA 92284

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Support Services

DAAS Department of Aging & Adult Services

Services for seniors and individuals with disabilities. They are the designated Area Agency on Aging for the County of San Bernardino.

"Serving seniors and at risk individuals to maintain or improve choice, independence, and quality of living."

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IHSS In Home Supportive Services Program

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Care Providers Registry & referral system

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Investigates background & qualifications of potential providers

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Maintain right to select & terminate your provider

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Adult Protective Services

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Senior Information and Assistance

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Senior Employment Program

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Senior Home and Health Care

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Long Term Care Ombudsman

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Nutrition Services

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Legal Services

and more, check out their website or call....

Hotline: (877) 565-2020
Information & Assistance: (800) 510-2020
Website: hss.sbcounty.gov/daas/default.htm

Joshua Tree facility:
Phone:
(760) 366-0304  or  (760) 366-5751
Location: 61607 29 Palms Hwy., Suite E
                Joshua Tree, CA 92252

Yucca Valley Senior Center:
Phone: (760) 228-5456  or  (760) 228-5453
Location: 57088 29 Palms Hwy
                    Yucca Valley, CA 92284

 

Hallmark Adult Day Services

They offer an activity & healthcare program fro adults who require assistance in the challenges of daily living. Their goal is the consideration to give support, and assist those who are homebound or isolated, providing a resource for wellness and for socialization or unnecessary institutionalization.

They are a State Licensed program with the Department of Health Services and Dept. of Aging & a Medi-Cal approved facility. They accept Medi-Cal, Scan & private pay options. Lic# 060000585

" 'The Extra Step' in providing a complete day care program of healthcare and socialization for the clients wellbeing."

"Hallmark Adult Day Services exists to help the people in our valley who otherwise would be left to 'fall through the cracks' and not live the most independent lifestyle they might otherwise be able to do."

The Hallmark provides transportation to the areas of the high desert region, such as Banning & Yucca Valley, & serving other Valley cities.

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Transportation

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Medical/Nursing

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Physical/Occupational Therapy

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Social Services

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Nutritional Consulting/Monitoring

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maintenance Exercise Program

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Planned Activities/Entertainment

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Continental Breakfast/Hot Lunch/P.M. Snack

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Care for clients w/Physically/Mentally Impaired Alzheimer's/Dementia

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Wheelchair & incontinent assistance

Transportation & Care Provided: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 3:00pm
Phone: (760) 318-2525
Location: 1751 - G Sunrise Way
                Palm Springs, CA 92262

 

Mizell Senior Center

"To support independence and self-sufficiency through an inclusive network of education, information, and assistance with problem solving."

Among the counseling, referrals, and good information they provide, they also offer a number of beneficial activities & programs.

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Bingo, Bridge

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Computer Instruction

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Community Seminars

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Fitness, Dance, Music

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Health & Nutrition

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Lunch

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Meals on Wheels

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Special Interest, Special Events

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and more....

Please check them out on their website for more details.

Executive Director: Dean Lockwood
Phone: (760) 323-5689
Website: www.mizell.org
Location: 480 South Sunrise Way
                Palm Springs, CA 92262

 

Morongo Basin Adult Health Services (MBAHS)

"A Senior Center & Pool. A non profit organization. Community concern for senior citizens. Serving the Senior Citizens of the Morongo Basin since 1981"

Their activity center offers a variety of activities. Hi-D Dancers; PACE, daily exercises for golden age'rs; cultural arts; sing-a-longs; daily social hour; crafts; haircuts; etc....

Their pool facility offers an arthritis foundation aquatic program for arthritis, recovery from stroke & surgery....

Click here for more information & hours of operation.

Executive Director: Carl T. Smelko Jr.
Director of Day Care:
Cynthia Ressa
Phone: (760) 365-9661
Website:
www.mbahs.org
Fax:
(760) 365-7631
E-mail:
mbahs@e-universe.com
Facility: 57121 Sunnyslope Dr.
              Yucca Valley, CA 92284
Mailing: P.O. Box 106
              Yucca Valley, CA 92286


Paradise Villa

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Home & Recovery

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Long & Short Term Care

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Assisted Living

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....with Loving Tender Care

Ask For: Theresa LeCaro
Phone: (760) 363-7145
Location: 48628 Adelin Ln.
                Morongo Valley, CA 92256

 

VNAIC Visiting Nurse Association of the Inland Counties*

"Your non-profit hospice & home health provider for more than 73 years"

VNAIC is a non profit, community based home health agency to assist patience in need of care, but are unable to pay for services. They are committed to developing, managing & providing the highest quality health care & supportive services to enhance independent living.

Services include a full range of preventive, therapeutic, and long term home health & hospice services as a desired alternative.

They are committed to make contact with the patient & family within 24 hours of referral, or sooner if requested.

Website: www.vna-ic.org

Palm Desert:
Home Health:
(760) 346-3982
Hospice: (760) 674-0451
Location: 42-600 Cook St., Ste. 202
                Palm Desert, CA 92211

Yucca Valley:
Home Health:
(760) 365-8314
Hospice: (760) 365-4271
Location: 56300 29 Palms Hwy., Ste. B
                Yucca Valley, CA 92284


For more detailed information about VNAIC*, what they can do for you, and insurance coverage click here.

*Member of VNAA Visiting Nurses Association of America
 

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Transportation


Hancock Limousine

"Excellence with Elegance"  
Serving the Southern California Mountain & Desert Communities.

Click here for details.

Owner: Arn Hancock
Phone: (888) 820-5300
Palm Springs/Yucca Valley:
(760) 228-0855
Big Bear:
(909) 878-5466
Website:
www.hancocklimo.com 
 

MBTA Morongo Basin Transit Authority

Riding MBTA is as easy as 1, 2, 3!

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All buses are wheelchair lift equipped.

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Catch a bus along any of the MBTA bus routes

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Ride a commuter route. Every week day & afternoon commuter buses depart Yucca Valley Park N Ride for Palm Springs. Saturday Service to & from Palm Springs is in the afternoon only.

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Call Ready Ride for door-to-door service.

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Special discounts for Golden Age'rs (seniors) & Disabilities.

For details checkout their website. For Info, rides & reservations, please call.

General Manager: Michael Tree
Phone: (800) 794-6282
Website: www.mbtabus.com

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