The Commons at Elk Grove

Memory Care & Assisted Living · Elk Grove, CA

The Commons at Elk Grove

Memory Care & Assisted Living · Elk Grove, CA

9564 Sabrina Ln, Elk Grove, CA 95758 View map

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Overview of The Commons at Elk Grove

The Commons at Elk Grove prides itself on achieving a safe and secure community for assisted senior living and memory care options. Residents from different living options receive personalized care that allows them to obtain the necessary care while promoting an active lifestyle. The community does not only encourage residents to feel relaxed and at ease but also to practice a lifestyle that is healthy for their well-being.

As an MBK Senior Living home, The Commons prioritizes the holistic wellness of its residents. A list of enriching and engaging activities for residents includes gardening, exercise programs, watching at the in-house movie theater, and many more. As for their residential services, residents do not have to worry about housekeeping, laundry, transportation, and stimulating memory care activities. All of these are offered by management to ensure they live comfortably and hassle-free.

Types of Care at The Commons at Elk Grove

Assisted Living Memory Care

110-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: 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 residents per home in California 87 per day

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

StatusLicensed

IssuanceJuly 9, 2018

CountySacramento

The Commons at Elk Grove is legally operated by Elk Grove Msl Ll;msl Community Management Llc, and administrated by Lori Prewett-Spencer.

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

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

Latest Inspection October 9, 2025 Complaint Investigation

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) Violations 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
Moderate citations (Type B) Violations 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 year Average citations per year since 2020.	1	1.7	This facility has 41% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 1.7).↓ 41% 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
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.

This facility’s inspection record is mixed, with mostly clean annual inspections but recent administrative deficiencies and late incident reporting. The October 6, 2025 inspection cited two deficiencies for an unassociated administrator and late notification, resulting in an immediate civil penalty. Earlier inspections found no deficiencies, though a June 1, 2023 annual visit flagged missing medical assessments for two residents with dementia, and a November 4, 2024 visit cited late incident reports.

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What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Commons at Elk Grove

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The Commons At Elk Grove 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. — 3.42 miles to nearest hospital (DaVita South Sacramento Dialysis Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in California

The Commons at Elk Grove is located in Elk Grove, 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).

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 legal owner and operator of The Commons at Elk Grove is Elk Grove Msl Ll;Msl Community Management Llc.

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%.

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.

Has The Commons at Elk Grove had any recent deficiencies or citations?

The Commons at Elk Grove has had 6 recently reported deficiencies.

What is the phone number of The Commons at Elk Grove?

(916) 775-7523 will put you in contact with the team at The Commons at Elk Grove.

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