Pricing ranges from
    $3,375 – 4,387/month

    The Gardens of Modesto

    2325 St Pauls Way, Modesto, CA, 95355
    4.5 · 84 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    4.0

    Caring staff but inconsistent housekeeping

    I'm overall very happy with El Rio - the staff are caring, attentive and cheerful, the memory-care program feels home-like with great activities, and my loved one was well looked after so I would recommend it. That said I've seen inconsistent housekeeping (dirty toilet, occasional smells), understaffing and slow call responses, and even a safety/escape incident; management communication and cost increases can also be frustrating. Staff went above and beyond during COVID and their compassion is why I'd still choose this community despite those concerns.

    Pricing

    $3,375+/moSemi-privateAssisted Living
    $4,050+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living
    $4,387+/moStudioAssisted Living

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Hospice waiver
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Internet
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Dementia waiver
    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.51 · 84 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.4
    • Staff

      4.4
    • Meals

      3.4
    • Amenities

      3.6
    • Value

      2.4

    Location

    Map showing location of The Gardens of Modesto

    About The Gardens of Modesto

    The Gardens of Modesto sits in Modesto, California, and offers several levels of care all in one place, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing home services, which means folks don't have to move if their needs change, and they let people age in place surrounded by staff who know how to handle memory problems, daily care, and all the things that come with growing older. The facility has 73 memory care suites built for safety and comfort, with secured areas so folks with Alzheimer's or dementia won't wander off, and they use bracelets with alarms for extra safety. There's always staff on duty, including nurses, ready to help 24 hours a day, and the team knows how to deal with wandering or difficult behaviors. Men and women can live here, and the community accepts folks that need help with one-person or two-person transfers, even if lifts are needed, and they're set up for residents who use wheelchairs. Guests will find both private and shared rooms, which get regular housekeeping service, so residents can focus on social times or seeing family, and the rooms come with coastal touches, single beds, and comfy chairs.

    Meals get cooked on site, with options for vegetarians or those who need special diets, and guest meals are available if company comes by. The dining setup includes both restaurant-style spaces and private dining rooms, with all meals eaten together if folks want, and the staff keeps the portions good for nutrition with an eye on healthy eating. They've got a beauty salon right in the building, so getting a haircut or grooming doesn't mean leaving the grounds, and those grounds are kept nice, with landscaped gardens, outdoor spaces, and shaded patios with plenty of places to sit in the fresh air or sun. The whole building and its outdoor spaces are easy for folks using walkers or wheelchairs to get around, with grab bars and wide doorways, and everything stays smoke-free indoors.

    The Gardens of Modesto fills the calendar with activities aimed at keeping folks moving, thinking, and connected, with stretching and exercise classes, Tai Chi, yoga and chair yoga, art classes, and cooking programs, plus gardening, trivia games, karaoke, and live music from a musician who comes often, and folks who like pets can join pet therapy or animal-centered activities, even have their own cats or dogs if the staff says that's alright. The brain fitness program called Dakim is here for mental exercise, and there's a gardening club for those who like putting their hands in the dirt, as well as trips offsite, movie and game nights, monthly themed activities, and programs that bring in younger folks for intergenerational fun. For those who want spiritual time, devotional services and wellness programs led by Coro Health help with music and other kinds of support.

    The Gardens of Modesto is right by bus lines and offers both free and paid transportation for errands and appointments, so getting about town doesn't have to be tough, and there's guest parking for visitors. For health, trained staff help with medications, wound care, help folks with bathing, dressing, mobility, and also bring in occupational therapy, podiatry, and handle wound and behavioral care, so when health issues show up, people don't need to leave. There's respite care if someone just needs a short stay or extra support for a while, and if hospice care is needed, that's available too.

    This community is a stand-alone building set up to provide strong security, with careful entry and exit controls, so it doesn't have that big institution feel, with spaces designed to feel like home and common rooms with leather chairs, big windows, and gentle natural light, plus easy places to gather for meals, card games, or shared TV. Each resident gets an individual care plan, so support fits the person, and the team meets with the resident and their family about needs, costs, and what's right for them, including virtual or in-person tours for folks thinking about moving in. The Gardens of Modesto keeps its focus on comfort, security, and helping seniors with memory loss or changing care needs feel safe, respected, and as independent as possible, whether they're there for a short while or for the long haul.

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    State of California Inspection Reports

    13

    Inspections

    0

    Type A Citations

    1

    Type B Citations

    3

    Years of reports

    26 Sept 2024
    Identified 37 residents during an unannounced annual visit to a site licensed for 73, with hospice and home health services; eight resident files and five staff files were current, and safety, food storage, and medication areas were in good order. Discussed a technical violation under one regulation with the administrator; no citations were issued.
    20 Nov 2023
    Found that on 10/26/23 an unwitnessed fall led to ER evaluation and a spinal fracture at L2. Found that a prior signal-system inoperability was noted, technical assistance was provided on signal systems and related areas, no deficiencies were cited, and an exit interview was conducted with the administrator.
    20 Nov 2023
    Reviewed incident involving an unwitnessed fall resulting in a spinal fracture, with ongoing efforts to address equipment malfunctions affecting resident safety; no deficiencies were cited.
    17 Oct 2023
    Found that prior deficiencies were cleared and no deficiencies were observed during this visit.
    17 Oct 2023
    Confirmed that all cited deficiencies from the previous inspection were corrected and met compliance standards during the unannounced visit.
    14 Sept 2023
    Identified safety and maintenance concerns at the site, including nonworking pull cords in resident bedrooms and water damage in the main laundry area, with renovations ongoing in one wing; the administrator certificate had expired but renewal was in progress. Noted that several forms needed updating and a deficiency was cited.
    14 Sept 2023
    Reviewed a comprehensive inspection revealing that the facility met many safety and compliance standards but also identified some issues with resident emergency cords, water damage in the laundry room, and expired administrator certification.
    • § 87303(a)
    02 Jun 2023
    Reviewed records and interviews found that staff coverage was provided during call-outs, with the Activities Director, BOM, and Administrator covering shifts and others working overtime during a period of staff COVID, while charts showed medications and incontinence care were delivered and no higher-than-normal incidents occurred, though meal timing could not be confirmed. Found that the COVID-19 outbreak was reported on 4/15/2023 to the department and public health, PPE was adequate, and the allegation that residents did not receive care due to staffing shortages was unsubstantiated.
    02 Jun 2023
    Found no evidence to support the allegations that staff worked overtime due to Covid-19 staffing shortages, failed to report Covid-19 outbreaks, or lacked PPE supplies, and confirmed residents received necessary care and medications.
    04 Oct 2022
    Identified the allegation of a recent suspected scabies outbreak at the site and discussed monitoring and reporting of rash/scabies cases with public health representatives; no deficiencies were cited.
    04 Oct 2022
    Reviewed an outbreak of suspected scabies at a senior living facility, with discussions focusing on infection control, resident and staff monitoring, and reporting procedures; no deficiencies were cited during the visit.
    21 Sept 2022
    Found no deficiencies during a pre-licensing visit for a change of ownership; safety measures, resident spaces, and medication management were in good order, with ongoing renovations in two corridors and a dementia program on file.
    21 Sept 2022
    Reviewed the facility’s compliance with licensing requirements, observing that fire safety equipment, resident areas, and medication storage met standards, and noting ongoing renovations and COVID-19 precautions in place, with no deficiencies identified.

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