Top Senior Resources in Elk Grove and South Sacramento

If you've ever tried to find senior resources for a parent or loved one, you know how it goes. You call one number, get transferred to another, end up on hold, and somewhere in that maze you lose an hour and still don't have an answer. There's no single place that lists everything — so most people either miss out on help they qualify for, or give up trying.

This guide is meant to fix that. We pulled together the most useful programs for seniors and families in South Sacramento and Elk Grove — organized by category, with phone numbers and websites, so you can find what you need without the runaround.

Senior Centers — A Good Place to Start

If you're not sure where to begin, a local senior center is often the best first call. They know the local landscape and can point you in the right direction.

• Senior Center of Elk Grove (SCEG) — 8230 Civic Center Drive, Elk Grove | (916) 685-3160 | thesceg.com
  Fitness classes, social programs, health screenings, and on-site HICAP Medicare counseling. Open to anyone 50+. Most programs are just $2.
• ACC Senior Services — accadvocates.org
  A multilingual hub serving South Sacramento seniors. Offers transportation assistance, caregiver support, social programs, and connections to benefits. Well-regarded by families navigating the system for the first time.
• Jose P. Rizal Community Center — South Sacramento (95823) | (916) 395-0601
  Senior aerobics classes and a Meals on Wheels café site. A neighborhood anchor for seniors in the 95823 zip code.

Meal Programs — Free Food Delivered or Nearby

Hunger is a real issue for seniors on fixed incomes, and Sacramento County has some strong programs to help — including free home delivery you may not know about.

• Meals on Wheels Sacramento — (916) 444-9533 | mowsac.org
  Free home-delivered meals for homebound seniors AND 16 community café sites across Sacramento County, including Elk Grove. If your loved one lives alone and struggles to cook, this program can be life-changing.
• Elk Grove Food Bank — (916) 685-8453 | elkgrovefoodbank.org
  Offers a dedicated Senior Hour, a Wellness Bag home delivery program (covering zip codes 95757, 95758, 95828, and 95829), and CSFP monthly food boxes. Everything is free.

Getting Around — Transportation Options in the Area

Transportation is often the single biggest barrier keeping seniors from the care and programs they need. There's actually more help available here than most people realize — including a brand-new benefit that launched in 2026.

• NEW in 2026: Elk Grove FREE Senior Transit Pass — Elk Grove residents age 62 and older can now ride SacRT buses at no cost. This program launched March 31, 2026, and is one of the most significant senior benefits to come out of Elk Grove in years. To enroll, call the City of Elk Grove at (916) 478-2200 or visit elkgrovecity.org.
• SacRT Paratransit (GO Service) — (916) 557-4685 | sacrt.com
  Door-to-door ADA paratransit service for seniors and people with disabilities. Requires eligibility certification. $5 per ride.
• SacRT Flex — South Sacramento Zone — sacrt.com/flex
  On-demand flexible transit — you request a ride, it picks you up. Just $2.50 per trip for seniors 62+. A great option for the Franklin/South Sacramento area.
• ACC Rides — accadvocates.org
  Door-through-door rides (not just curbside) to medical appointments and personal errands. Multilingual staff. Serves zip codes 95823, 95824, 95828, and 95758.
• Paratransit Inc. Mobility Training — paratransit.org
  Free orientation program that teaches seniors how to use public transit independently. If your parent wants to get around on their own but feels nervous about buses, this is the place to start.

Health Programs — Comprehensive Care Options

The programs below go well beyond a standard doctor visit. For seniors with complex needs, these can make an enormous difference in quality of life.

• InnovAge PACE Sacramento — 3870 Rosin Court, Sacramento | (866) 261-2954 | innovage.org
  PACE (Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly) bundles medical, dental, vision, transportation, and adult day health into one coordinated program. Free for Medi-Cal eligible seniors. If your loved one has multiple health conditions and you're juggling multiple providers, PACE is worth a serious look. Most families who find it wish they'd found it sooner.
• Sutter SeniorCare PACE — (833) 560-7223 | sutterhealth.org
  Adult day health, in-home care, and transportation — also free for qualifying Medi-Cal seniors. Another strong PACE option in the Sacramento region.
• Sacramento County IHSS — (916) 874-9471
  In-Home Supportive Services. If your loved one is on Medi-Cal and struggling with daily tasks at home, IHSS can pay for a caregiver — sometimes a family member — to help. Call this number to find out if they qualify.
• WellSpace Health South Valley — 8233 E Stockton Blvd, Sacramento 95828 | (916) 737-5555
  A federally qualified health center with sliding-scale fees. Serves South Sacramento and Elk Grove. Accepts Medi-Cal, Medicare, and uninsured patients.

Benefits Help & Legal Aid — Free, and More Useful Than You'd Think

Getting There Is Half the Battle

Even with all of these resources available, getting to appointments and programs is still often the hardest part for families. If your loved one is on Medi-Cal, medical transportation is very likely a covered benefit — many families don't realize this. Call Modivcare at (855) 253-6863 to set up Medi-Cal-covered rides.

WeCare916 NEMT is launching Summer 2026, serving South Sacramento and Elk Grove. We're a local, community-focused non-emergency medical transportation company — the kind that picks you up at your door and gets you there with care. Visit wecare916.com to learn more.

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