The Commons on Thornton
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Stockton, CA

The Commons on Thornton

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Stockton, CA

Overview of The Commons on Thornton

Operated by Thornton Msl LLC and Msl Community Management LLC, The Commons on Thornton is an assisted living, memory care, and respite care community on Thornton Road in Stockton, California. Marie Arbios serves as the administrator. The two-story community has 110 beds and has been serving residents for 8 years. Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans are available, so residents have several housing options depending on their needs and budgets.

The community has an occupancy rate of about 89%, with 98 of its 110 beds occupied. The area has a Walk Score of 17 out of 100, which means it’s car-dependent. Most errands and outings require a vehicle. Families who prefer a location close to walkable shops and restaurants may want to keep that tradeoff in mind when considering the community.

Residents enjoy chef-prepared meals and a daily schedule built around health, wellness, and social engagement. A fitness center with personal fitness trainers, along with fitness and recreation programs, helps residents stay active. Transportation services are available for appointments and outings. Housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance services help simplify everyday life. Staff is available 24 hours a day. Residents can bring their pets during their stay.

State inspections have generally focused on complaint investigations involving incident reporting and resident safety. Most allegations were not substantiated. Inspection records found the community had followed required policies and procedures.

Bed community size
110-bed community Rank #641 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 641st out of 1644 homes in California for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
8 years in operation Rank #747 / 1497Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 747th out of 1497 homes in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 17 / 100 Rank #1881 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1881st out of 2087 homes in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
89%
Rank #372 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 372nd out of 1492 homes in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
98 / 110
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceJuly 9, 2018
CountySan Joaquin

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Commons on Thornton is legally operated by Thornton Msl LLC and Msl Community Management LLC, and administered by Marie Arbios.

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

8 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #461 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 461st out of 1400 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1400 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. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 89 out of 100. Letter grade B+. 8 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 3 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total visits (81% above)
• Other visits (186% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
6 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (60% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (67% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (25% below)
• Citations per inspection (97% below)
• Complaint visits (69% below)
• Complaint investigations (60% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 410 This facility has 60% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 60% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 13 This facility has 67% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 67% better Rank #413 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 413th 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) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 34 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 Info Average citations per inspection. 0.13.3 This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 2916 This facility has 81% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (29 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 81% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 413 This facility has 69% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 69% better Rank #526 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 526th 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 Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 207 This facility has 186% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (20 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 186% worse
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 410 This facility has 60% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 60% better

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

  • The most recent inspection on March 18, 2026 found no deficiencies after investigating a reported missing $440 from a resident’s wallet.
  • A March 15, 2024 complaint investigation cited failure to submit timely written incident reports for multiple 911 calls, posing a potential safety risk.
  • Multiple complaint investigations from 2023 to 2025 found unsubstantiated theft and fall-related complaints, with the facility following policies and completing required treatments.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 281 / 360 - 492 / 477 - 638 / 854 - 867 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Commons on Thornton

Studio
1 Bedroom
Studio
2 bedroom

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

The Commons on Thornton is located in Stockton, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

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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).
CA

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
CA

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
CA

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.
CA

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
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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.
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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)

Frequently Asked Questions about The Commons on Thornton

Who is the owner of The Commons on Thornton?

The Commons on Thornton is legally operated by Thornton Msl LLC and Msl Community Management LLC, and administered by Marie Arbios.

Is The Commons on Thornton in a walkable area?

The Commons on Thornton has a walk score of 17. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at The Commons on Thornton?

The Commons on Thornton's occupancy is 89%.

How long has The Commons on Thornton been in business?

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

Are pets allowed at The Commons on Thornton?

Yes, The Commons on Thornton allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of The Commons on Thornton?

Marie Arbios is the administrator of The Commons on Thornton.

How many beds does The Commons on Thornton have?

The Commons on Thornton has 110 beds.

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