Dale Commons
Assisted Living · Modesto, CA

Dale Commons

Assisted Living · Modesto, CA

Overview of Dale Commons

Set in the peaceful neighborhood in Stanislaus County, Modesto, CA, Dale Commons is a lively senior living community that offers exceptional assisted living services. Residents can choose from an array of cozy accommodations, arranging from studios to one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. The community provides residents with personalized care plans after thorough assessment of their needs and care requirements, making sure they are met with effective care and support.

The community handles all of the chores and maintenance so residents can focus on living their life. Residents enjoy a wide range of activities and outings focused on health, wellness, and making connections. From fitness classes in the state-of-the-art fitness center to movie nights in the cozy theater, there’s always something fun and exciting happening within the community. Pets are also warmly welcomed to provide residents with a sense of companionship and help them significantly improve their moods and mental health.

Bed community size
110-bed community Rank #644 / 1658Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 644th out of 1658 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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
7 years in operation Rank #805 / 1486Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 805th out of 1486 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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: 47 / 100 Rank #1423 / 2093Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1423rd out of 2093 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
75%
Rank #776 / 1409Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 776th out of 1409 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1409. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
83 / 110
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceJuly 9, 2018
CountyStanislaus

Ownership & Operating Entity

Dale Commons is legally operated by Dale Commons Msl Llc;msl Community Management Llc, and administrated by Larry Potter.

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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.

10 points above the California average for assisted living residences (76/100)

Inspection score: 86 out of 100. Letter grade B. 10 points above the California average for assisted living residences (76/100)

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 1 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Official inspections (25% above)
9 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (90% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (67% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (100% below)
• Citations per year (90% below)
• Citations per inspection (97% below)
• Total visits (31% below)
• Complaint visits (77% below)
• Other visits (57% below)
• Complaint investigations (70% below)
Latest Inspection October 30, 2025

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

This Facility CA Average vs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1 10 This facility has 90% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 1 3 This facility has 67% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 67% better
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 0 4 This facility has 100% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 100% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 0.2 2 This facility has 90% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.2 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 90% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.1 3.3 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 Facility CA Average vs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 11 16 This facility has 31% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 31% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 3 13 This facility has 77% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 77% better
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 3 7 This facility has 57% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 57% better
Official inspections Info 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 Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 3 10 This facility has 70% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 70% 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 July 10, 2025, cited one deficiency for water temperature exceeding limits, which was corrected during the visit.
  • The July 3, 2024 complaint investigation found no deficiencies and determined allegations of unsecured resident items to be unfounded.
  • The July 10, 2025 deficiency involved water temperature at 124°F, posing an immediate health and safety risk before correction on site.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 361-593 / 477-624 / 854-863 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

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Address 5.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Modesto's city center to Dale Commons's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Dale Commons is located in Modesto, 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
CA

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.
CA

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)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dale Commons

Who is the owner of Dale Commons?

The legal owner and operator of Dale Commons is Dale Commons Msl Llc;Msl Community Management Llc.

Is Dale Commons in a walkable area?

Dale Commons has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Dale Commons?

Dale Commons's occupancy is 75%.

Who is the administrator of Dale Commons?

Larry Potter is the administrator of Dale Commons.

How many beds does Dale Commons have?

Dale Commons has 110 beds.

Has Dale Commons had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Dale Commons has had 1 recently reported deficiency.

Are there photos of Dale Commons?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Dale Commons in the photo gallery on this page.

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