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Valley Comfort
Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Memory Care & Respite Care · Modesto, CA
Exterior view of Valley Comfort assisted living facility Outdoor seating area with umbrellas and landscaping Cozy lobby area with floral couch and bookshelves Common area with seating and piano in a senior living facility

Valley Comfort

Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Memory Care & Respite Care · Modesto, CA
2809 Lou Ann Dr, Modesto, CA 95350 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Valley Comfort

Owned by Glenda and Dale Gaither, Valley Comfort is an assisted living and memory care community in Modesto, California, in Stanislaus County. Nick Gaither serves as the administrator. The single-story community has 92 beds, offers studio and semi-private rooms, and has been serving residents for 27 years. It includes 44 assisted living beds and 48 secured memory care beds. Families can choose between traditional assisted living and a dedicated memory care setting in the same community. Valley Comfort also provides hospice care and respite care.

Residents receive support from caregivers who are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Daily housekeeping and personal laundry services are included, so residents have more time enjoying daily life. Three meals and snacks are served each day. Residents can also enjoy live entertainment, social and recreational activities, and exercise programs that help them stay active and engaged. Beauty services and transportation are also available.

The community has a current occupancy rate of about 69%, with 63 of its 92 beds occupied. The area has a Walk Score of 53, which is moderately walkable. Some errands can be completed on foot, but other trips require a short drive.

State inspections have found Valley Comfort meeting California’s health and safety standards in areas such as medication management and fire safety. A complaint investigation also ended without any substantiated findings. Together, these results point to a community with a consistent regulatory record.

Families considering Valley Comfort may ask how the assisted living and memory care neighborhoods work together because both are located within the same 92-bed community.

Facility Direct Line (209) 544-8676
Facility Direct Line (209) 544-8676
Bed community size
92-bed community Rank #835 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 835th out of 1644 homes in California for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
27 years in operation Rank #185 / 1497Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 185th out of 1497 homes in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 53 / 100 Rank #1277 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1277th out of 2087 homes in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
69%
Rank #966 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 966th out of 1492 homes in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
63 / 92
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceJanuary 19, 1999
CountyStanislaus

Ownership & Operating Entity

Valley Comfort is legally operated by Glenda And Dale Gaither, and administered by Nick Gaither.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMr. Chris Gaither, Administrator (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 0 citations 8 total visits 1 complaint visit 6 official inspections 1 complaint investigation
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

14 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #108 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 108th out of 1400 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1400 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 95 out of 100. Letter grade A. 14 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Official inspections (50% above) 5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (50% below)
• Complaint visits (92% below)
• Other visits (86% below)
• Complaint investigations (90% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 010 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better
Standout metricNo citations on file since 2021 — the California average is 10.

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 816 This facility has 50% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 50% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 113 This facility has 92% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 92% better Rank #210 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 210th out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 17 This facility has 86% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 86% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 64 This facility has 50% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 50% worse
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 110 This facility has 90% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on January 29, 2026, found no deficiencies across all areas including assisted living, memory care, medication storage, and fire safety.
  • The facility had no deficiencies cited in seven consecutive annual inspections from July 26, 2021, through January 29, 2026, showing consistent regulatory compliance.
  • A complaint investigation on October 18, 2023, regarding questionable deaths was unsubstantiated after review of death certificates and medical records.
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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Beauty Services

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Transportation Services

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Address 4.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Modesto's city center to Valley Comfort's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Valley Comfort

Who is the owner of Valley Comfort?

Valley Comfort is legally operated by Glenda And Dale Gaither, and administered by Nick Gaither.

Is Valley Comfort in a walkable area?

Valley Comfort has a walk score of 53. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Valley Comfort?

Valley Comfort's occupancy is 69%.

How long has Valley Comfort been in business?

Valley Comfort has been operating for approximately 27 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Valley Comfort?

No, Valley Comfort has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Valley Comfort?

Nick Gaither is the administrator of Valley Comfort.

How many beds does Valley Comfort have?

Valley Comfort has 92 beds.

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