The Woodlake Senior Living
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Sacramento, CA

The Woodlake Senior Living

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Sacramento, CA

Overview of The Woodlake Senior Living

Tucked away in the vibrant neighborhood of Sacramento, CA, The Woodlake Senior Living provides a relaxing setting for assisted living and memory care. They welcome residents in a comforting environment with 24/7 supervision and daily living assistance from a team of compassionate and reliable caregivers. Conveniences like housekeeping, laundry, and transportation services are also available to make residents’ living experience as comfortable as possible.

Their team also curates an array of fun and enriching activities based on residents’ interests and abilities to make sure they find genuine enjoyment and enrichment. Dining moments are something to look forward to with fresh and nutritious meals served daily. Here, residents enjoy the comfort and care they deserve in an upscale environment that fosters vibrant experiences.

(916) 604-3780
Bed community size
144-bed community Rank #401 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 401st out of 1657 homes in California. 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.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
6 years in operation Rank #886 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 886th out of 1487 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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: 43 / 100 Rank #1505 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1505th out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
92%
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
132 / 144
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusClosed
IssuanceJune 8, 2020
CountySacramento

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Woodlake Senior Living is legally operated by Woodlake Care Group Llc;onelife Senior Lvng Llc, and administered by Peter Blanchard.

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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 nursing home score (the benchmark); higher is better.

22 points below the California average for nursing homes (81/100)

Rank #1301 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1301st out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. Inspection score: 59 out of 100. Letter grade F. 22 points below the California average for nursing homes (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 9 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (90% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (267% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (100% above)
• Citations per year (90% above)
• Total visits (163% above)
• Complaint visits (92% above)
• Other visits (71% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
• Complaint investigations (80% above)
1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (85% below)
Latest Inspection March 2, 2026

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. 1910 This facility has 90% more total citations than a typical California nursing home (19 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 90% worse
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. 113 This facility has 267% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California nursing home (11 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 267% worse Rank #1074 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1074th out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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 Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 84 This facility has 100% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California nursing home (8 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 100% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 3.82 This facility has 90% more citations per year than a typical California nursing home (3.8 vs. CA avg 2).↑ 90% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.53.3 This facility has 85% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California nursing home (0.5 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 85% 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. 4216 This facility has 163% more total visits than a typical California nursing home (42 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 163% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 2513 This facility has 92% more complaint visits than a typical California nursing home (25 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 92% worse Rank #1207 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1207th out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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. 127 This facility has 71% more other visits than a typical California nursing home (12 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 71% 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 nursing home (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 1810 This facility has 80% more complaint investigations than a typical California nursing home (18 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 80% worse

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 February 12, 2026, cited two Type B deficiencies related to incontinent care documentation and missing property inventory list, with no complaints or immediate jeopardy.
  • Multiple inspections from 2024 to 2025 substantiated failures in medication administration, resident supervision including elopements, and personal care, posing immediate health and safety risks and resulting in civil penalties.
  • Several complaint investigations between 2021 and 2025 found unsubstantiated allegations of staffing shortages, food service issues, and resident rights violations, though isolated minor deficiencies like expired certifications and call button failures were noted.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Parking Available

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Address 3.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Sacramento's city center to The Woodlake Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in California

The Woodlake Senior Living is located in Sacramento, 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)

Frequently Asked Questions about The Woodlake Senior Living

What neighborhood is The Woodlake Senior Living in?

The Woodlake Senior Living is in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento.

Who is the owner of The Woodlake Senior Living?

The legal owner and operator of The Woodlake Senior Living is Woodlake Care Group Llc;Onelife Senior Lvng Llc.

Is The Woodlake Senior Living in a walkable area?

The Woodlake Senior Living has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at The Woodlake Senior Living?

The Woodlake Senior Living's occupancy is 92%.

Who is the administrator of The Woodlake Senior Living?

Peter Blanchard is the administrator of The Woodlake Senior Living.

How many beds does The Woodlake Senior Living have?

The Woodlake Senior Living has 144 beds.

Has The Woodlake Senior Living had any recent deficiencies or citations?

The Woodlake Senior Living has had 23 recently reported deficiencies.

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