Sta. Rita's Elder Care
State licensed8982 Merlot Way, Sacramento, CA 95829
Assisted Living
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
Sta. Rita's Senior Care
Sacramento, CaliforniaState inspected Mar 19, 2026, 6 citations since 2022
About Sta. Rita's Senior Care
Sta. Rita's Senior Care provides compassionate assisted living in Sacramento, California, where residents receive personalized support with daily activities while maintaining independence. Our Sacramento team focuses on comfort, dignity, and meaningful connections that help seniors thrive during this important chapter.
Community at a glance
Capacity
5 residents
State license
#347003007, Licensed
Location
Sacramento, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
8978 Merlot Way, Sacramento, California 95829
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Sta. Rita's Senior Care. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Sta. Rita's Senior Care on March 19, 2026.
Since March 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 5 routine inspections, 3 complaint visits and 1 other visit.
Inspectors issued 2 Type A citations and 4 Type B citations. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.
The state investigated 2 complaints, and found 5 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Mar 19, 2026
Routine inspections
5
Type A citations
2
Type B citations
4
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| Other visits | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Feb 11, 2026, Apr 23, 2025, Mar 28, 2024, Mar 6, 2023, Mar 4, 2022.
Complaints
- March 19, 20261 unsubstantiated
- November 6, 20255 allegations substantiated, 2 unsubstantiated, 4 citations
- substantiated:
- the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
- inconclusive:
- the state could not prove or disprove it.
- unsubstantiated:
- it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
- unfounded:
- the state found it false or not possible.
License
- License number
- 347003007
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 5 residents
- Licensed since
- April 25, 2005
- Licensee
- Flowers, Rita C.
- Administrator
- Flowers, Rita C.
Location
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8978 Merlot WaySacramento, CA 95829
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Sta. Rita's Senior Care had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Sta. Rita's Senior Care 2 Type A citations and 4 Type B citations since March 2022. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Sta. Rita's Senior Care last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on March 19, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Sta. Rita's Senior Care?+
The state investigated 2 complaints since March 2022. Of the allegations, 5 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 3 unsubstantiated and 0 unfounded.
How much does assisted living cost?+
The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+
Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.
What's the difference from a nursing home?+
Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.