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El Rio Memory Care Community

(209) 543-3805

About El Rio Memory Care Community

El Rio Memory Care Community provides compassionate assisted living support for seniors in Modesto, California who need help with daily activities and memory care. Our team understands the unique challenges families face and creates a safe, respectful environment where residents can maintain dignity and connection.

Community at a glance

Capacity

72 residents

State license

#502700235, Licensed

Location

Modesto, CA

Status

Listed in a public registry

Care & services offered

Assisted Living

Contact & location

2828 Healthcare Way, Modesto, California 95356

(209) 543-3805

California inspection record

From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects El Rio Memory Care Community. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports

State inspectors last visited El Rio Memory Care Community on June 30, 2026.

Since October 2021, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 5 routine inspections, 32 complaint visits and 18 other visits.

Inspectors issued 20 Type A citations and 14 Type B citations. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.

Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.

The state investigated 17 complaints, and found 23 allegations substantiated.

Last visit

Jun 30, 2026

Routine inspections

5

Type A citations

20

Type B citations

14

Visits and citations

Kind of visitVisitsType AType B
Routine inspections500
Complaint investigations32169
Other visits1845

Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Dec 2, 2025, Dec 5, 2024, Dec 4, 2023, Nov 1, 2022, Nov 4, 2021.

Complaints

  • June 30, 20264 unsubstantiated
  • April 21, 20263 allegations substantiated, 2 unsubstantiated, 1 unfounded, 6 citations
  • July 24, 20251 allegation substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated, 2 citations
  • November 21, 20243 unsubstantiated
  • November 21, 20242 unsubstantiated
  • October 1, 20241 allegation substantiated, 2 unsubstantiated, 2 unfounded, 1 citation
  • September 19, 20242 allegations substantiated, 1 citation
  • January 8, 20245 allegations substantiated, 5 unsubstantiated, 5 citations
  • December 26, 20231 allegation substantiated, 1 unfounded, 1 citation
  • December 21, 20232 allegations substantiated, 3 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
  • October 27, 20235 allegations substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated, 5 citations
  • October 12, 20231 unsubstantiated

Showing the 12 most recent of 17.

substantiated:
the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
inconclusive:
the state could not prove or disprove it.
unsubstantiated:
it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
unfounded:
the state found it false or not possible.

License

License number
502700235
License type
Residential Care Elderly
Status
Licensed
Licensed capacity
72 residents
Licensed since
December 15, 2017
Licensee
Modesto Memory Care; Koelsch Senior Communities
Administrator
Theresa Pettapiece

Location

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2828 Healthcare WayModesto, CA 95356

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Senior living near Modesto

Assisted Living: frequently asked questions

Has El Rio Memory Care Community had any violations?+

California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued El Rio Memory Care Community 20 Type A citations and 14 Type B citations since October 2021. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.

When was El Rio Memory Care Community last inspected?+

State inspectors last visited on June 30, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.

Have there been complaints about El Rio Memory Care Community?+

The state investigated 17 complaints since October 2021. Of the allegations, 23 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 33 unsubstantiated and 4 unfounded.

How much does assisted living cost?+

The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.

Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+

Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.

What's the difference from a nursing home?+

Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.

Senior living in Modesto Assisted Living in California Assisted Living guide Information last updated October 2026