Occupancy rate
88%
Higher than the California average: 72.8%El Rio Memory Care Community
Memory Care · Modesto, CA
El Rio Memory Care Community
Memory Care · Modesto, CA
Equipped to serve the specific needs of those experiencing Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and other forms of memory loss, El Rio is a vibrant memory care community based in Modesto, CA. The community takes on a personalized approach to memory care provision, ensuring residents are given the support and care that best fits their care goals and needs. Residents find comfort in knowing they are staying in secure living spaces with advanced safety features and on-site nurses available to care for them 24/7.
Committed to giving residents a great and fulfilling living experience, the community conducts an array of activities focused on the seven pillars of living well. Whether it’s strengthening the body or nurturing the mind and spirit, residents have everything they need. From connecting with nature, enhancing creativity with various arts classes or participating in religious services and fitness classes, residents have plenty of opportunities to nurture their overall well-being.
72-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
8 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 11 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Occupancy
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Occupied beds
63 / 72
Average residents per home in California
87 per day
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceDecember 15, 2017
CountyStanislaus
El Rio Memory Care Community is legally operated by Modesto Memory Care; Koelsch Senior Communities, and administrated by Theresa Pettapiece.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Suite
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Types of Care at El Rio Memory Care Community
Memory Care
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
34 citations
59 total visits
35 complaint visits
5 official inspections
19 complaint investigations
Inspection Scorecard
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
9 Worse
Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (240% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (500% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (300% above)
• Citations per year (240% above)
• Total visits (269% above)
• Complaint visits (169% above)
• Other visits (171% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
• Complaint investigations (90% above) 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (82% below)
• Total citations (240% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (500% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (300% above)
• Citations per year (240% above)
• Total visits (269% above)
• Complaint visits (169% above)
• Other visits (171% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
• Complaint investigations (90% above) 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (82% below)
Latest Inspection
December 2, 2025
Annual Inspection
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 34 | 10 | This facility has 240% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (34 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 240% worse |
|
Serious citations (Type A)
Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.
| 18 | 3 | This facility has 500% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (18 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 500% worse |
|
Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 16 | 4 | This facility has 300% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (16 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 300% worse |
|
Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
| 6.8 | 2 | This facility has 240% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (6.8 vs. CA avg 2).↑ 240% worse |
|
Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.6 | 3.3 | This facility has 82% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.6 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 82% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 59 | 16 | This facility has 269% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (59 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 269% worse |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 35 | 13 | This facility has 169% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (35 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 169% worse |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 19 | 7 | This facility has 171% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (19 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 171% worse |
|
Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 5 | 4 | This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse |
|
Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 19 | 10 | This facility has 90% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (19 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 90% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
This facility’s inspection record is mixed, with repeated substantiated deficiencies in medication management, staffing, and resident care, including incidents causing harm and a $10,000 fine for neglect-related injury. The most recent inspection on September 11, 2025, found no deficiencies, but prior complaint investigations in 2024 and 2023 cited multiple failures in staff training, hygiene assistance, and care plan adherence. Deficiencies have involved missed medications, inadequate supervision, infection control lapses, and failure to update care plans, showing ongoing challenges despite some improvements.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about El Rio Memory Care Community
Who is the owner of El Rio Memory Care Community?
The legal owner and operator of El Rio Memory Care Community is Modesto Memory Care; Koelsch Senior Communities.
Is El Rio Memory Care Community in a walkable area?
El Rio Memory Care Community has a walk score of 11. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the occupancy rate at El Rio Memory Care Community?
El Rio Memory Care Community's occupancy is 88%.
Who is the administrator of El Rio Memory Care Community?
Theresa Pettapiece is the administrator of El Rio Memory Care Community.
How many beds does El Rio Memory Care Community have?
El Rio Memory Care Community has 72 beds.
Has El Rio Memory Care Community had any recent deficiencies or citations?
El Rio Memory Care Community has had 34 recently reported deficiencies.
What is the address of El Rio Memory Care Community?
El Rio Memory Care Community is located at 2828 Healthcare Way, Modesto, CA 95356, United States.
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