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Sterling Commons

17797 Lindero Road

Victorville, CA 92392

70 beds • Est. 2007 (18 years)


FYI Safety Score™

8.4 Good

2 serious and 0 minor state citations across 8 state inspections, with 2 substantiated complaints. Last inspected in December 2025.

From ~5 years of state inspection records, as of October 2026. How the score works · Report a data error


Why we like it

Sterling Commons is a 70-bed memory care community in Victorville, part of the Koelsch Communities family, which has been operating senior living communities since 1958. Unlike many communities that offer memory care as an add-on, Sterling Commons is purpose-built exclusively for residents with Alzheimer's, dementia, and other forms of memory loss.

The community uses a personalized care model designed to reconnect residents with cherished memories.

  • Solid safety record

    A mostly clean inspection record: 2 serious and 0 minor citations across 8 state inspections, with 2 verified complaints. Nothing here stands out as a red flag, though it's still worth asking how any past issues were resolved.

  • Memory care only

    Sterling Commons is a dedicated memory care community — not a mixed assisted living building. Every staff member, program, and environment is oriented exclusively toward Alzheimer's, dementia, and other forms of memory loss.

  • Koelsch family ownership since 1958

    Koelsch Senior Communities has operated since 1958 — over 65 years — as a family-owned company, not a private equity-backed chain.

  • Layered elopement-prevention systems

    Motion sensors, pull cords, and window sensors are all integrated into a call center alerting system, providing three independent layers of overnight monitoring.

  • No pricing on record

    Sterling Commons does not publish rates online. Ask for an itemized rate sheet — base rent, care-level add-ons, and any community fee — before touring.

  • Victorville location logistics

    The facility is in the High Desert (San Bernardino County), roughly 90 miles from central LA. If frequent family visits matter, factor in the drive or whether family is already local.

  • Humanitude care model — ask for specifics

    The site references Humanitude® techniques but does not detail staff certification levels or how the method is embedded in daily care. Worth confirming during a tour.


Pricing

Assisted Living

Shared Room$6,000/mo
1 Bedroom$8,547/mo
Studio$8,580/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.


Where you'll live

17797 Lindero Road, Victorville, CA 92392

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff
Emergency Call System
Memory Care Program
Dining
Activities Program
Wi-Fi

Frequently asked questions

How safe is Sterling Commons?
Sterling Commons has a FYI Safety Score of 8.4 out of 10, based on California state inspection records. 2 state citations and 2 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 8 inspections.
How much does Sterling Commons cost?
Sterling Commons starts at $6,000 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Sterling Commons offer memory care?
Yes, Sterling Commons offers Memory Care services. Care types available include: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care.
Does Sterling Commons accept Medi-Cal?
Sterling Commons is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Sterling Commons last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Sterling Commons was on 2025-12-05. The facility has received 8 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Sterling Commons have?
Sterling Commons has 2 state citations and 2 verified complaints since 2021 across 8 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 8.4 out of 10, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Sterling Commons been in operation?
Sterling Commons has been licensed for 18 years in Victorville, California, with a licensed capacity of 70 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
366413245
Size
70 beds (Large Community (50+ beds))
Licensed Since
November 30, 2007 (18 years)
Licensee
Koerick Sterling Commons G.P, Victorville, Llc
Administrator
Deborah Staggs
Phone
(760) 245-3300
Address
17797 Lindero Road, Victorville, CA 92392

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record


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