2828 Healthcare Way
Modesto, CA 95356
72 beds • Est. 2017 (8 years) • Get directions
A concerning record — 7 recent citations and 27 older and 25 substantiated complaints across 59 inspections. We strongly recommend reviewing the full state record. Last inspected in December 2025.
View full state recordEl Rio Memory Care is a 72-bed memory care community in Modesto, specializing in care for residents with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. While the community offers dedicated memory care in the Central Valley, its safety record is deeply concerning and demands careful scrutiny from families.
Dedicated memory care focus
Purpose-built for memory care, meaning the environment, programming, and staff training are specifically designed for residents with cognitive impairment.
Mid-size memory care community
At 72 beds, the community is focused enough to specialize but large enough to offer structured daily programming and trained staffing around the clock.
Central Valley location
Modesto is accessible from the Bay Area and Sacramento, offering a lower cost of living than coastal alternatives.
Alarming safety record
A safety score of 1.2 out of 9.9 is among the lowest in California, indicating a severe pattern of citations and complaints documented by state inspectors. This is especially concerning in a memory care setting where residents are particularly vulnerable. Families should review the full inspection history in detail.
Premium pricing for the Central Valley
Pricing is significantly higher than most Central Valley communities, which is typical for specialized memory care but worth weighing against the safety concerns.
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2828 Healthcare Way, Modesto, CA 95356
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$7,200/mo
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