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Elderly Guest Home

Small home·Licensed for 6·Elk Grove, California

Licensed since 2024Licence #342701511
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,150 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,400–$5,150
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitOctober 3, 2025CDSS inspection record
  • Licence holderEgante, Sarah JaneSince 2024 · 2 licensed homes

Elderly Guest Home is a small care home in Elk Grove — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 6 residents since 2024. Bedridden care is not on file.

Built from CDSS public records · September 27, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.

Quick answers and the state record

A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

Quick answers about Elderly Guest Home

Is Elderly Guest Home licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

How many residents is Elderly Guest Home licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Has Elderly Guest Home been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.

Is Elderly Guest Home still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.

What does Elderly Guest Home cost?

$4,150 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,400–$5,150. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 10 small homes and similar homes within 10 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

Among 51 other homes of a similar licensed size across Sacramento County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,500 to $5,000 a month, and the middle figure is $4,000 (n = 51 other homes publishing a starting rate).

Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.

A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.

The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.

A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.

Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out.

Does Elderly Guest Home take Medi-Cal?

On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.

Who holds the license?

The license is held by Egante, Sarah Jane, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Methodist Hospital of Sacramento is 3.9 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Elderly Guest Home keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 3 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Elderly Guest Home license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “ELDERLY GUEST HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #342701511. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed to Egante, Sarah Jane, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 5 state inspection visits since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is October 3, 2025, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Type A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗

See the state’s own record

Can they support the care needed?

California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.

  • Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 4 residents
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 3 residents
  • BedriddenNot on file · ask the home

State licensing record · September 27, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.

Read the state’s own wording
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER;APPROVED FOR SIX (6) RESIDENTS, OF WHICH FOUR(4) CAN BE NON-AMBULATORY;BEDROOMS #1, #5, #6, #7 ARE APPROVED FOR NON-AMBULATORY; WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR 3. FOR NON-AMBULATORY; WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR 3.

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 3 — care may continue at the end of life

    Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”

    State licensing record · September 27, 2026

  • If memory loss develops

    Dementia-care designation on file

    Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”

    State licensing record · September 27, 2026

3 more questions to ask the home
  • Two-person transfers or a lift

    Not on file

    Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”

  • Someone awake overnight

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”

  • Medicines

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$4,150a month to start

Likely $3,400–$5,150

From 10 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,150a month

Likely $3,400–$5,350

With a shared room and basic help.

An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.

See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$4,150likely $3,400–$5,150

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 10 small homes and similar homes within 10 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

  • Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600

    Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (45 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).

  • One-time move-in fee$2,000one time · likely $0–$4,000

    Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,000 (134 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.

Likely monthly totalLikely $3,400–$5,350
$4,150
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,000–$8,500
$6,150
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
  • Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
  • Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
  • SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
  • VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
  • Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
  • MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
  • The care level

    Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.

  • What is billed separately

    Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.

  • Move-in costs

    A one-time community fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.

  • Increases

    California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.

  • What is the full monthly cost for the room and care we need, and what does it include?
  • What would the next care level cost, and who decides when it changes?
  • What is billed separately, and is there a one-time fee or deposit at move-in?
  • Is any private-pay period required before another payment program can begin?
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 10 small homes and similar homes within 10 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

10 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,850–$4,200.

  • Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
  • Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
  • Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
  • Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
  • We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
  • It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
Show the 10 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 8774 Kelsey Drive, Elk Grove, CA 95624Address from the public record · September 27, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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The state record

California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. Here are the dated documents and the state’s own words, beside what is typical for homes this size.

Since 2024, the state has filed 5 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2024. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated October 3, 2025.

On file since
2024
State visits
5
Most recent visit
October 3, 2025

Beside homes the same size

  • Type A citations0typical 0
  • Type B citations0typical 0
  • Substantiated allegations0typical 0
  • Total complaints0typical 0

“Typical” is the statewide median across the 6,808 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record — larger, longer-licensed homes accumulate more visits and reports, so compare like with like. One complaint can contain several allegations. Counts cover this licence since 2024.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20252202024330

The last 36 months — 5 of 5 documents

20252 state visits · 2 documents
Oct 3, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sommer arrived unannounced to conduct a Required - 1 Year visit on 10/3/2025. LPA Hayes was met by staff and later met with Licensee,Sarah Jane Egante and stated the purpose of today’s visit. The facility is licensed for a capacity of 6. The census was 6. LPA toured and inspected the physical plant inside and outside to ensure there are no safety hazards to residents. LPA observed 2-day perishables and 7-day non-perishables. The most recent emergency drill was conducted on 09/21/25 at 9:00am with 8 residents. The temperature inside the facility was observed to be at 77*F, which is within the required range of 68-85*F. The hot water temperature was measured at 109.6 *F which is within the required range of 105-120*F. LPA observed fire extinguisher serviced 03/31/25 by River City Fire. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and central heating and air where observed in the facility. LPA observed the centrally stored medications area to be locked and inaccessible to residents. The medication administration record (MAR) was reviewed and found to have accurate documentation of administered medications provided to residents. Staff were observed cooking, cleaning and assisting residents in care. The first aid kit contained the required items such as sterile dressings, bandages, adhesive tape, scissors, tweezers, thermometers, antiseptic solution and guide. LPA Hayes observed the backyard of the facility to be clean and free of hazards. There were shaded areas and fruit and vegetable gardens for residents to enjoy. Fencing was in good repair. There were no bodies of water. The facility living room was clean and free of obstruction. Continued on 809C LPA Hayes reviewed 5 resident files and 2 staff records during this visit. LPA Hayes requested the following annual documents for the facility file: LIC 500 Personnel Report, LIC 308 Designation of Responsibility, LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Plan, LIC 999 Facility Sketch, Copy of Liability Insurance. Per California Code of Regulations (CCR) - Title 22, 0 deficiencies are being cited today. An exit interview was held, and a copy of the report was provided to Licensee,,Sarah Jane Egante.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 3, 2025
Sep 17, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kimberly Viarella conducted a case management visit to the facility on today's date for the purpose of delivering an Order To Licensee/Facility of Immediate Exclusion from all Facilities. LPA handed the Order to Licensee/Facility of Immediate Exclusion From Facility letter to Staff (S2). S2 stated that S1 had stopped by the facility that morning, but was not present at this time. LPA explained that if facility staff (S1), were present in the facility, S1 needed to leave immediately. S1 is to be removed from all shifts and disassociated from the facility in Guardian. No deficiencies were cited during today’s visit and copy of this report was provided along with a copy of the Declaration of Service.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 17, 2025
20243 state visits · 3 documents
Oct 21, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Vincent Moleski and Holly Williams arrived unannounced to conduct a case management visit. LPAs Moleski and Williams met with facility administrator Eric Serrano and explained the purpose of the visit. LPAs Moleski and Williams reviewed facility files and obtained copies of resident records pertaining to five residents (R1-R5). Two residents diagnosed with dementia (R1, R3) had LIC 602s on file with exam dates more than one year in the past. R1's LIC 602 indicated that R1 was examined by a physician on 4/3/23. R1 has dementia, according to the LIC 602. R3's LIC 602 indicated that R3 was examined by a physician on 9/27/22. R3 has dementia, according to the LIC 602. Serrano could not produce a more recent LIC 602 for either of these residents during this visit. This facility is hereby cited per 22 CCR Section 87705(c)(5). An exit interview was held with Serrano. Appeal rights and a copy of this report was left with Serrano.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 21, 2024

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87705(c)(5) · Plan of correction due date: Oct 28, 2024

" (5) Each resident with dementia shall have an annual medical assessment as specified in Section 87458, Medical Assessment, and a reappraisal done at least annually, both of which shall include a reassessment of the resident’s dementia care needs." This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, two dementia residents did not receive annual medical assessments, which poses a potential health and safety risk.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 21, 2024

Plan of correction: Licensee agrees to provide LPA Moleski with updated LIC 602s by POC due date. vincent.moleski@dss.ca.gov

Oct 18, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Victoria Brown arrived unannounced on 10/18/24 at 1:15pm and met with Applicant Elderly Guest Home Sarah Jane Egante and Administrator Eric Serrano and stated the purpose of the visit. This visit is to conduct a Pre-Licensing Inspection. LPA was allowed entry into the facility that will be licensed and fire cleared for a capacity of 6 residents of which 4 maybe non-ambulatory. Rooms 1,5,6,7 can accommodate non-ambulatory residents and room 2 is for staff. Administrator certificate expires on 8/26/26. LPA observed that the facility has submitted a Infection Control Plan. LPA observed a Designation of Facility Responsibility (LIC308) on file. LPA and Sarah Jane Egante and Eric Serrano toured and inspected the physical plant inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety concerns. LPA observed the kitchen area, dining area, bedrooms and bathrooms, storage areas, and laundry rooms. LPA observed knives/sharps area to be locked. LPA observed required furniture, and lighting throughout the facility. The hot water temperature measured at 113.8 *F which is within the required range of 105-120*F. The temperature inside the facility measured 72*F which is within the required range of 68-85*F. LPA observed supplies of nonperishable foods for a minimum of one week and perishable foods for a minimum of two days maintained on the premises. The first aid kit included supplies such as sterile first aid dressings, bandages or roller bandages, adhesive tape, scissors, tweezers, thermometers, antiseptic solution and guide. LPA observed area for centrally stored medications to be locked. LPA observed the fire extinguisher(s), smoke and carbon monoxide detector(s). Facility also has central heating and air. Component III conducted - There are no objections to licensure at this time. -Licensure pending. Per the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8, no violations cited during this visit. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 18, 2024
Oct 3, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Office

Facility Type: RCFE Application Type:CHOW Capacity:6 Census (5): COMP II Participants: Name, Title Interview Method: Telephone On [10/03/2024], applicant/administrator participated in COMP II. Identification of the applicant and administrator was verified through interview questions based on photo ID and other identifying personal information. During COMP II, applicant and administrator confirmed that they have read and understand community care facility licensing laws included in the Health and Safety Codes and the California Code of Regulations Title 22. Signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID have been obtained. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant/Administrator’s understanding of following areas: 1. Facility operation: License type, client/resident populations, and program 2. Admission Policies 3. Staffing requirements & Training 4. Restrictive/Prohibited Health Conditions 5. General provisions 6. Emergency Preparedness 7. Complaints & Reporting 8. Pre-licensing readinessthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 3, 2024
What the state’s words mean
Substantiatedthe state found the allegation more likely true than notUnsubstantiatedthere was not enough evidence to prove a violation occurred — not a finding of wrongdoingUnfoundedthe evidence showed the allegation was false, could not have happened, or had no reasonable basisType A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗

An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents and the questions below stand in their place.

Who holds the licence

Egante, Sarah Jane, licensed since 2024, operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.

Life here

Rooms, meals, the rhythm of a day, faith and language, pets and house rules — as the home describes them. Tap any detail for its source and date; nothing here is graded.

The home has not described daily life anywhere we have reviewed yet — that is the case for most small homes, and it says nothing about the home. These questions fill in the picture; keep the ones that matter to you.

Before you call

Ask every home the same questions — the state’s record does not answer these. Keep the ones that matter and they travel with your saved homes.

  1. What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
  2. Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
  3. Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
  4. What could change whether someone can stay here?
  5. Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?

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