The Commons at Union Ranch

Overview of The Commons at Union Ranch

Overlooking the peaceful neighborhood of San Joaquin County, North Manteca, CA The Commons at Union Ranch is a classic senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care options. Residents are provided with a range of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments to choose the ideal living space that matches their lifestyle needs. A team of trained and compassionate caregivers is available to support residents with daily living activities, memory care, and other things they may need assistance with.

Here, residents are celebrated with a lively array of activities, including daily exercise programs and outings to local attractions. The community also offers a wide array of interesting amenities, including a library, computer lounge, salon, and outdoor lounge areas. Additionally, residents enjoy restaurant-style dining featuring carefully prepared meals to ensure they always have the energy they need to live vibrantly and actively.

Facility Direct Line (209) 243-1958

135-bed community

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

7 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 15 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

76%

Similar to the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

103 / 135

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceJuly 26, 2018

CountySan Joaquin

The Commons at Union Ranch is legally operated by Union Ranch Msl LLC and Msl Community Management LLC, and administered by Joshua Lambengco.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 18 citations 49 total visits 28 complaint visits 5 official inspections 26 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

19 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 2021 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.	18	10	This facility has 80% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (18 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 80% worse
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.	15	3	This facility has 400% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (15 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 400% worse Rank #1111 / 1160 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1111th out of 1160 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1160 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.	0.4	3.3	This facility has 88% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 88% 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.	49	16	This facility has 206% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (49 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 206% worse
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	28	13	This facility has 115% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (28 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 115% worse Rank #1237 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1237th out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 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.	16	7	This facility has 129% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (16 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 129% worse
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.	26	10	This facility has 160% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (26 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 160% 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 November 25, 2025 found no deficiencies and substantiated no complaints after investigating multiple allegations including care, supervision, and incident reporting.
The November 16, 2023 complaint investigation substantiated multiple deficiencies for rough handling of residents, inappropriate staff communication, and delayed call button responses exceeding 10 minutes, posing immediate threats to resident safety.
The April 25, 2022 complaint investigation substantiated deficiencies for insufficient staffing, neglect of hygiene and feeding assistance, delayed call response times up to 30 minutes, and failure to safeguard residents' belongings.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 2-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

2.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Manteca's city center to The Commons at Union Ranch'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 Union Ranch?

The Commons at Union Ranch is legally operated by Union Ranch Msl LLC and Msl Community Management LLC, and administered by Joshua Lambengco.

Is The Commons at Union Ranch in a walkable area?

The Commons at Union Ranch has a walk score of 15. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at The Commons at Union Ranch?

The Commons at Union Ranch's occupancy is 76%.

How long has The Commons at Union Ranch been in business?

The Commons at Union Ranch has been operating for approximately 7 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Commons at Union Ranch?

Yes, The Commons at Union Ranch allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of The Commons at Union Ranch?

Joshua Lambengco is the administrator of The Commons at Union Ranch.

How many beds does The Commons at Union Ranch have?

The Commons at Union Ranch has 135 beds.

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