The Commons at Elk Grove

Overview of The Commons at Elk Grove

Operated by Elk Grove Msl LLC and Msl Community Management LLC, The Commons at Elk Grove is an assisted living and memory care community at 9564 Sabrina Lane in Elk Grove, California. Lori Prewett-Spencer serves as the administrator. The community is part of the MBK Senior Living family. It has been serving residents for 8 years.

The 110-bed community offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, giving residents several choices based on their space needs. It currently has an occupancy rate of about 66%. There’s room for new residents considering a move.

Residents can enjoy gardening, exercise programs, and an in-house movie theater as part of daily life. Housekeeping, laundry, and transportation services are provided by the community. Residents in memory care also join in activities created specifically for people living with memory loss. The Commons at Elk Grove welcomes pets, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after moving in.

The area has a Walk Score of 59, which is moderately walkable. Some errands can be completed on foot, while other trips require a car. This can be helpful for families thinking about how independently a resident can get around.

State inspections have mainly focused on medication management, staff records and notification procedures, and resident supervision. Families considering the home may want to ask how medication management and daily supervision are handled.

Facility Direct Line (916) 775-7523

110-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

8 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 59 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

66%

Lower than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

73 / 110

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceJuly 9, 2018

CountySacramento

The Commons at Elk Grove is legally operated by Elk Grove Msl Ll and Msl Community Management LLC, and administered by Lori Prewett-Spencer.

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 6 citations 25 total visits 13 complaint visits 5 official inspections 12 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

3 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2020 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	6	10	This facility has 40% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 40% better
Serious citations (Type A) Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	3	3	This facility has serious citations (type a) in line with the California average (3 vs. CA avg 3).— At avg Rank #753 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 753rd out of 1159 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1159 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	3	4	This facility has 25% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.2	3.3	This facility has 94% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.2 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 94% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	25	16	This facility has 56% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (25 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 56% worse
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	13	13	This facility has complaint visits in line with the California average (13 vs. CA avg 13).— At avg Rank #949 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 949th out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	7	7	This facility has other visits in line with the California average (7 vs. CA avg 7).— At avg
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	5	4	This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	12	10	This facility has 20% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (12 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 20% worse

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on October 9, 2025 cited one deficiency for medication mismanagement involving a resident receiving more medication than prescribed.
On October 6, 2025, the facility was cited for two deficiencies related to administrator staffing and notification, resulting in an immediate civil penalty.
The record shows recurring issues with resident supervision and medication management, including substantiated complaints of elopement risk and medication errors over the past year.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Commons at Elk Grove

1 Bedroom

2 bedroom

Studio

1.8 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Elk Grove's city center to The Commons at Elk Grove's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+

General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits

In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+

General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.

Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits

Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+

General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.

Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits

Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+

General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.

Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually

Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits

Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled

General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.

Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits

Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —

General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.

Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.

Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits

Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Who is the owner of The Commons at Elk Grove?

The Commons at Elk Grove is legally operated by Elk Grove Msl Ll and Msl Community Management LLC, and administered by Lori Prewett-Spencer.

Is The Commons at Elk Grove in a walkable area?

The Commons at Elk Grove has a walk score of 59. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at The Commons at Elk Grove?

The Commons at Elk Grove's occupancy is 66%.

How long has The Commons at Elk Grove been in business?

The Commons at Elk Grove has been operating for approximately 8 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Commons at Elk Grove?

Yes, The Commons at Elk Grove allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of The Commons at Elk Grove?

Lori Prewett-Spencer is the administrator of The Commons at Elk Grove.

How many beds does The Commons at Elk Grove have?

The Commons at Elk Grove has 110 beds.

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