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The Elderly Inn III

Small home·Licensed for 6·Citrus Heights, California

Licensed since 2020Licence #342700707
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
  • Starting rate$3,500 a monthListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Room at the last state visit4 of 6 beds occupiedJune 20, 2023 · not a current opening
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitJanuary 6, 2026CDSS inspection record

The Elderly Inn III is a small care home in Citrus Heights — 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 2020. Dementia care and bedridden care are 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 The Elderly Inn III

Is The Elderly Inn III licensed?

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

How many residents is The Elderly Inn III licensed for?

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

Has The Elderly Inn III been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2020, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 7 state visits over the same years.

Is The Elderly Inn III still open?

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

What does The Elderly Inn III cost?

$3,500 a month to start — listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026.

The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly, seen September 9, 2026.

Among 50 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 = 50 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 The Elderly Inn III 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 Marinela Barac, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Roseville is 2.2 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can The Elderly Inn III keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 2 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

The Elderly Inn III license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “ELDERLY INN III, THE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #342700707. 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 Marinela Barac, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2020, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 7 state inspection visits since 2020, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2020, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 7 state visits in that period.
  • 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2020, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is January 6, 2026, 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 6 residents
  • Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 2 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. SIX (6) NONAMBULATORY ONLY. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR TWO (2).

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 2 — 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

4 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?”

  • If memory loss develops

    Dementia-care designation not on file

    Ask: “If memory loss develops, what would change — and when would a move be needed?”

Care & day-to-day support

These are the home’s own statements about its day-to-day practice — they are not part of the state licensing record, and the state has not approved or reviewed them.

  • Respite / short-term stays

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Help with bathing or showering

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Assistance with transfers

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Medication management

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Diabetic / carbohydrate-controlled diet

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Help with dressing and grooming

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Building is wheelchair accessible

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

Nights & staffing

  • 24-hour supervision claimed

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Emergency call system

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

What it costs here

This home’s starting rate

$3,500a month to start

Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 · See listing

Likely monthly total

$3,500a month

Likely $3,500–$4,100

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 · where the price comes from
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room

Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.

  • Starting monthly rate$3,500this home

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly, seen September 9, 2026.

  • 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 $3,500–$4,100
$3,500
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,500–$7,600
$5,500
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 worksWhere this price comes from

The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly, seen September 9, 2026.

12 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,500–$5,550.

  • 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 12 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 8361 Canyon Oak Drive, Citrus Heights, CA 95610Address 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 2021, the state has filed 7 documents for this home, and its records count 7 visits since 2020. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated January 6, 2026.

On file since
2021
State visits
7
Most recent visit
January 6, 2026
Occupied · June 20, 2023 visit
4 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening

We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated June 20, 2023. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Unfounded” (1). 1 includes the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 1 complaint report below — every count derives from them, and the documents themselves are the state's records, verbatim. We never grade, score, or color a record.

Beside homes the same size

  • Type A citations0typical 0
  • Type B citations0typical 0
  • Substantiated allegations0typical 0
  • Total complaints1typical 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 2020.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20261202025110202322020221102021110

The last 36 months — 4 of 7 documents

20261 state visit · 2 documents
Jan 6, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Post Licensing

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sabrina Calzada arrived unannounced to conduct a required annual and met with Administrator, Marinela Barac. A separate report was created to document today's annual inspection. LPA observed (2) residents resting and watching television in the front common area. This report was created to clear the Post Licensing inspection in the system. There are no citations issued in this report. Exit interview. Copy of report provided to Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 6, 2026
Jan 6, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sabrina Calzada arrived unannounced to conduct a required annual and met with Administrator, Marinela Barac. LPA observed (2) residents in the common area and (2) residents in their rooms. The facility is licensed for (6) non-ambulatory residents and has a hospice waiver for (2). Currently, there are (0) residents on hospice. LPA and the Administrator toured the interior/exterior of the facility including the common areas, (5) resident bedrooms, (3) resident bathrooms, kitchen, staff room and laundry area. LPA observed the facility to be clean, in good repair and odor-free and the bathrooms to have the necessary grab bars, skid-resistant flooring and hygiene items. There is sufficient 2+day perishable, including fresh produce, and 7+day non-perishable supply of food. Sharps and toxins are locked in the kitchen and medications are locked nearby. Additional toxins are locked in the laundry area. The inside temperature measured 74*F and hot water measured 120*F in a resident bathroom. The fire extinguisher was last serviced 6/24/2025, and the smoke/monoxide alarms are functioning. There are sufficient paper, incontinent and PPE supplies. Required postings are in the common area as well as the current Administrator Certificate #700491740- exp 5/30/26. There is (1) unlocked exterior gate, covered seating and no bodies of water. There is an alert on front exit door and other exit doors. All windows screens are in good repair. LPA reviewed (2) resident files and (2) staff files- files are organized and contain current documentation, including for required staff training. Medications were reviewed for (1) resident- orders match medications being administered. An Addendum will be added to the Admission Agreement to reflect regulation updates. LPA obtained an updated copy of liability insurance. LPA provided a copy of Regulation 87463 and discussed multiple topics. There are no citations issued in this report. Exit interview. Copy of report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 6, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Jan 16, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sabrina Calzada arrived unannounced to conduct a required annual and met with Administrator, Marinela Barac. LPA observed (3) residents watching television in the common area and (1) resident in their room. The facility is licensed for (6) non-ambulatory residents and has a hospice waiver for (2). Currently, there are (0) residents on hospice. LPA and the Administrator toured the interior/exterior of the facility including the common areas, (5) resident bedrooms, (3) resident bathrooms, kitchen, staff room and laundry area. LPA observed the facility to be clean, in good repair and odor-free and the bathrooms to have the necessary grab bars, non-skid flooring, paper towels and hand-washing posters. LPA observed sufficient 2+day perishable, including fresh produce, and 7+day non-perishable supply of food. Sharps and toxins are locked in the kitchen and medications are secured nearby. The inside temperature measured 75*F and hot water measured 120*F in the kitchen and in a resident bathroom. The fire extinguisher was last serviced 7/10/24, and all smoke/monoxide alarms are in working order. (Administrator to regularly check the hot water temperature and the fire alarms, at least twice/annually, to ensure the batteries are working). There are sufficient linens/blankets/incontinent/PPE supplies, and a complete First Aid kit. Required postings are in the common area as well as the current Administrator Certificate #700491740- exp 5/30/26. There are night-lights throughout, including next to the bathrooms. There is (1) unlocked gate from the inside back patio, covered seating and no bodies of water. LPA provided the flyer "Important Updates to Dementia Care and Miscellaneous Changes" effective 1/1/25 and discussed some changes in detail. LPA reviewed (2) resident files and (2) staff files- files were found to be organized and contain current documentation, including for required staff training. Medications were reviewed for (1) resident- orders match medications being administered and required documentation is maintained. LPA obtained an updated email address and requested an updated copy of liability insurance, LIC500 and LIC308 be provided by 1/21/25. There are no deficiencies issued. Exit interview. Copy of report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 16, 2025
20231 state visit · 1 document
Dec 12, 2023Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sabrina Calzada arrived unannounced to conduct a required annual. LPA met with Administrator, Marinela Barac. LPA observed (2) residents watching television in the common area and (1) resident in her room. LPA was advised there is currently (1) resident who remains hospitalized after being sent out a few days ago. The facility is licensed for (6) non-ambulatory residents and has a hospice waiver for (2). Currently, there are (0) residents on hospice. LPA and the Administrator toured the interior/exterior of the facility including the common areas, resident bedrooms (5), resident bathrooms (3), kitchen, staff room and laundry area. LPA observed the facility to be clean, in good repair and odor-free. LPA observed the bathrooms to have the necessary grab bars, non-skid flooring, paper towels and hand-washing posters. LPA observed sufficient 2+day perishable, including fresh produce, and 7+day non-perishable supply of food. Sharps and toxins are locked in the kitchen and medications are secured nearby. Additional toxins are locked in the laundry room. Inside temperature measured 76*F and hot water measured 116*F in the kitchen. Fire extinguisher was last serviced 7/18/23 and smoke/monoxide alarms are in working order. There is sufficient linens/blankets/incontinent/PPE supplies, and a complete First Aid kit. Required postings are posted as well as the current Administrator Certificate #6016837740- exp 5/30/24. There is (1) unlocked gate from the inside back patio and no bodies of water. LPA reviewed the Infection Control Plan (LIC9282) and found it to be very comprehensive with additional pages for specific illnesses. LPA and Administrator discussed updated forms, including Personal Rights and LPA printed some out. LPA reviewed (2) resident files and found them to be organized and contain current documentation. Medications were reviewed for the same residents- orders match medications being administered and medications are being logged and PRN dosages given are being recorded. LPA reviewed (2) staff files and found them to also be organized, complete and current with documentation of required training. Administrator has current certification in First Aid/CPR and new staff will obtain it. LPA obtained an updated copy of liability insurance. There are no deficiencies issued but there is a Technical Advisory Note. Exit interview. Copy of report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 12, 2023
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.

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.

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Rooms & the spaces they will use

  • Rooms come furnished

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Outdoor spaceWalking paths · Garden

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Telephone in the room

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Common areasDining room

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • LaundryDone by staff

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • AmenitiesMove-in coordination

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Housekeeping

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

Meals, preferences & familiar food

  • All-day or flexible dining

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Food allergy management

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Meal timesScheduled meals

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Meals provided

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

Activities & the rhythm of a day

  • Activity types offeredMovie nights

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

Faith, culture & language

  • Languages spoken by caregiversEnglish

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

Before you call

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  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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