Occupancy rate
67%
Lower than the California average: 72.8%The Gate of Beautiful
Memory Care · Modesto, CA
The Gate of Beautiful
Memory Care · Modesto, CA
The Gate of Beautiful is a six-bed residential care home located in Modesto, CA, providing memory care services. This residential care home offers fully furnished private and semi-private rooms which residents can also decorate to express their individuality. Part of their services include 24/7 availability of supervision and assistance, and both ambulatory and non-ambulatory services, as well as respite care and hospice care.
In The Gate of Beautiful, residents are provided three nutritional meals and snacks on a daily basis. And for convenience, housekeeping and laundry services are also offered , as well as transportation services for pre-arranged medical appointments.
6-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
6 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 57 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Occupancy
Lower than the California average: 72.8%Occupied beds
4 / 6
Average residents per home in California
87 per day
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceMay 30, 2019
CountyStanislaus
The Gate of Beautiful is legally operated by Nicole Ell, and administrated by Nicole Ell.
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
11 citations
14 total visits
7 complaint visits
5 official inspections
6 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
5 Worse
Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (10% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (67% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (50% above)
• Citations per year (10% above)
• Official inspections (25% above) 5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (76% below)
• Total visits (13% below)
• Complaint visits (46% below)
• Other visits (71% below)
• Complaint investigations (40% below)
• Total citations (10% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (67% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (50% above)
• Citations per year (10% above)
• Official inspections (25% above) 5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (76% below)
• Total visits (13% below)
• Complaint visits (46% below)
• Other visits (71% below)
• Complaint investigations (40% below)
Latest Inspection
October 31, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 11 | 10 | This facility has 10% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 10% worse |
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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.
| 5 | 3 | This facility has 67% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 67% worse |
|
Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 6 | 4 | This facility has 50% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 50% worse |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
| 2.2 | 2 | This facility has 10% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (2.2 vs. CA avg 2).↑ 10% worse |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.8 | 3.3 | This facility has 76% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.8 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 76% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 14 | 16 | This facility has 13% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (14 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 13% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 7 | 13 | This facility has 46% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 46% better |
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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.
| 2 | 7 | This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better |
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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 |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 6 | 10 | This facility has 40% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 40% better |
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 mostly clean, with recent visits showing no deficiencies and unsubstantiated complaints. The latest annual inspection on June 3, 2025, found the facility in good condition with all files and medication storage compliant. A substantiated complaint in December 2024 led to a $500 fine for allowing an employee to work without a current criminal background clearance, but subsequent investigations found no further violations.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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4.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Modesto's city center to The Gate of Beautiful's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.23 miles to nearest hospital (Family Medicine: Spanos Court Care Center: Sutter Gould Medical Foundation)
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MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
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AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Modesto | 6 | No | 46 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 19 | 83.3% | Lidia Hiriscau | - |
| Sisters Assisted Living |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Modesto | 6 | No | 57 | 5 | 4 | - | 5 | 66.7% | Sisters Independent Living And Assisted Living LLC | - |
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MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Modesto | - | No | 52 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about The Gate of Beautiful
Who is the owner of The Gate of Beautiful?
The legal owner and operator of The Gate of Beautiful is Nicole Ell.
Is The Gate of Beautiful in a walkable area?
The Gate of Beautiful has a walk score of 57. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the occupancy rate at The Gate of Beautiful?
The Gate of Beautiful's occupancy is 67%.
Who is the administrator of The Gate of Beautiful?
Nicole Ell is the administrator of The Gate of Beautiful.
How many beds does The Gate of Beautiful have?
The Gate of Beautiful has 6 beds.
Has The Gate of Beautiful had any recent deficiencies or citations?
The Gate of Beautiful has had 11 recently reported deficiencies.
What is the phone number of The Gate of Beautiful?
(209) 596-4308 will put you in contact with the team at The Gate of Beautiful.
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