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El Rio Memory Care Community

2828 Healthcare Way

Modesto, CA 95356

72 beds • Est. 2017 (8 years)


FYI Safety Score

1.2 Poor

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.

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Why we like it

El 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.


Pricing

Assisted Living

Shared Room$7,200/mo
Private Room$8,900/mo

Memory Care

Shared Room$7,200–$10,400/mo
Private Room$8,900–$1,900/mo

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Where you'll live

2828 Healthcare Way, Modesto, CA 95356

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Amenities & Services

Memory Care Program
Dining
Activities Program
Wi-Fi

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
502700235
Capacity
72 beds
Size
Large Community (50+ beds)
Licensed Since
December 15, 2017 (8 years)
Licensee
Modesto Memory Care; Koelsch Senior Communities
Administrator
Theresa Pettapiece
ALW Participant
No
Phone
(209) 543-3805
Address
2828 Healthcare Way, Modesto, CA 95356

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


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