Byron Park

Overview of Byron Park

Byron Park is a full-service senior community in Walnut Creek, California. It serves the area with Independent and Assisted Living options since 1991. The personal attention and service provided by the engaged team of associates allow residents to relax and appreciate all the details that make this community so unique. Should residents’ needs change over time, they will have the opportunity to choose additional levels of service to assist them with the activities of daily living so they can maintain the relationships and daily routines they have come to cherish.

Byron Park is a hidden gem with a lot to offer. It is a perfect place for seniors to call home and enjoy their golden years. Residents enjoy delectable Sunday brunches and monthly birthday dinners; every holiday is thoughtfully planned. The chefs are well-experienced, and they provide weekly national guidance on the menu. From savory to sweet, traditional dishes to new and enticing dishes, residents at Byron Park have no shortage of cuisines to sample, allowing them to taste the flavors of different parts of the world without leaving the community. Byron Park offers a warm and homelike environment with open space views from every vantage point. The building is wrapped around a beautiful courtyard featuring multiple sitting areas, a shaded patio for relaxing, a greenhouse, and a heated swimming pool. The community also has a distinguished library, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and beautifully manicured grounds with a community garden. The community is between Rossmoor and downtown Walnut Creek, just 30 miles from San Francisco.

Facility Direct Line (925) 943-1121

151-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

3 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

Occupancy rate

50%

Lower than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

76 / 151

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

StatusLicensed

IssuanceFebruary 1, 2023

CountyContra Costa

Byron Park is legally operated by Well Kisco Byron Park Tenant Llc and Kisco Sr Lvg Llc, and administered by Ricardo Romero.

Since 2019 · 7 years of data 1 citation 13 total visits 2 complaint visits 3 official inspections 2 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

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

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 2019 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Latest Inspection December 4, 2025

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	1	10	This facility has 90% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better
Serious citations (Type A) Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	0	3	This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	1	4	This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2019.	0.1	1.4	This facility has 93% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.1 vs. CA avg 1.4).↓ 93% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.1	3.3	This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	13	16	This facility has 19% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (13 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 19% better
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	2	13	This facility has 85% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 85% better Rank #324 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 324th out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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 Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	8	7	This facility has 14% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 14% worse
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	3	4	This facility has 25% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	2	10	This facility has 80% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better

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

The December 4, 2025 annual inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed compliance with all licensing requirements.
The April 10, 2023 post-licensing inspection cited one deficiency for incomplete criminal record clearance transfers in 3 of 72 cases.
The December 27, 2022 prelicensing inspection issued a citation for fire extinguishers that did not pass inspection.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 431 / 614 / 639 - 834 / 877 - 1,316 sq. ft

Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: Mid-rise

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Byron Park

2 bedroom

1 Bedroom

2 bedroom

2.0 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Walnut Creek's city center to Byron Park's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.17 miles to nearest hospital (Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center)

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+

General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits

In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+

General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.

Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits

Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+

General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.

Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits

Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+

General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.

Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually

Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits

Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled

General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.

Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits

Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —

General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.

Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.

Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits

Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Who is the owner of Byron Park?

Byron Park is legally operated by Well Kisco Byron Park Tenant Llc and Kisco Sr Lvg Llc, and administered by Ricardo Romero.

Is Byron Park in a walkable area?

Byron Park 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 Byron Park?

Byron Park's occupancy is 50%.

Who is the administrator of Byron Park?

Ricardo Romero is the administrator of Byron Park.

How many beds does Byron Park have?

Byron Park has 151 beds.

Has Byron Park had any recent citations?

Byron Park has had 1 recently reported citation.

Are there photos of Byron Park?

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