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The Kensington is a senior living community in Walnut Creek, California. The community offers Assisted Living and Memory Care in a friendly environment where residents and associates enjoy being served and serving others. Their philosophy and approach for safety and security, trust and transparency, and five-star service delivery have always been their top priorities. Aging in place is essential to residents and their families. The Kensington allows senior residents to find The Art of Living Well® balance that’s right for them.
Kensington’s primary goal is to preserve dignity and enable residents to be as independent as they can safely manage. The community features an open-concept dining room that is bright and airy, with abundant natural light and beautiful architectural details. The talented culinary team shares the commitment to providing residents with a one-of-a-kind dining experience while ensuring they are healthy and made to the highest of standards.
Similar to the California average: 72.8%The Kensington is legally operated by Kensington Tenant Llc & Kisco Senior Living, Llc, and administrated by Deborah Bradley.
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.
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.
10 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
Inspection score: 71 out of 100. Letter grade C-. 10 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
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.
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 28 | 10 | This facility has 180% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (28 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 180% 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.
| 4 | 3 | This facility has 33% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 33% worse Rank #828 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 828th 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. |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 24 | 4 | This facility has 500% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (24 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 500% worse |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2023.
| 9.3 | 3.3 | This facility has 182% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (9.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↑ 182% worse |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.9 | 3.3 | This facility has 73% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.9 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 73% 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.
| 31 | 16 | This facility has 94% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (31 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 94% worse |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 6 | 13 | This facility has 54% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 54% better Rank #654 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 654th 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. |
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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.
| 23 | 7 | This facility has 229% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (23 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 229% worse |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 2 | 4 | This facility has 50% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 4 | 10 | This facility has 60% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 60% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 450 / 630 / 760 / 820 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
1.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Walnut Creek's city center to The Kensington's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.4 miles to nearest hospital (Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center)
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The Kensington is located in Walnut Creek, California.
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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| The Kensington |
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.
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. | Walnut Creek (Geary Road) | 200
Facility
200
CA AVG
103
Rank
#151 / 1658 | Yes |
69
Facility
69
CA AVG
57
Rank
#769 / 2093 | 2 | 6
Facility
6
CA AVG
13
Rank
#654 / 1397 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
3
Rank
#828 / 1164 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1295 / 1487 |
73.5%
Facility
73.5%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#757 / 1368 | Kensington Tenant LLC & Kisco Senior Living, LLC | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Atria Valley View |
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. | Walnut Creek (Rossmoor) | 153
Facility
153
CA AVG
103
Rank
#331 / 1658 | Yes |
37
Facility
37
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1606 / 2093 | 5 | 7
Facility
7
CA AVG
13
Rank
#719 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 26
Facility
26
CA AVG
13
Rank
#205 / 1487 |
68.6%
Facility
68.6%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#877 / 1368 | Wg Valley View Sh LP; Atria Management Co LLC | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Byron Park |
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).
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. | Walnut Creek | 151
Facility
151
CA AVG
103
Rank
#340 / 1658 | Yes |
57
Facility
57
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1158 / 2093 | 3 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#324 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1208 / 1487 |
50.3%
Facility
50.3%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1220 / 1368 | Well Kisco Byron Park Tenant LLC;Kisco Sr. Lvg LLC | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Ivy Park at Walnut Creek |
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.
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. | Walnut Creek (Ygnacio Valley) | 86
Facility
86
CA AVG
103
Rank
#880 / 1658 | Yes |
50
Facility
50
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1346 / 2093 | 2 | 6
Facility
6
CA AVG
13
Rank
#654 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1295 / 1487 |
83.7%
Facility
83.7%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#416 / 1368 | Transformer Opco LLC;Oakmont Management Group LLC | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Tiffany Court |
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.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Walnut Creek | 66
Facility
66
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1035 / 1658 | Yes |
81
Facility
81
CA AVG
57
Rank
#384 / 2093 | 4 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 14
Facility
14
CA AVG
13
Rank
#511 / 1487 |
84.8%
Facility
84.8%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#386 / 1368 | Snh Cali Tenant LLC; Northstar Snr Lvg Mgt LLC | Studio / 1 Bed |
The Kensington is in the Geary Road neighborhood of Walnut Creek.
The legal owner and operator of The Kensington is Kensington Tenant Llc & Kisco Senior Living, Llc.
The Kensington has a walk score of 69. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
The Kensington's occupancy is 74%.
Deborah Bradley is the administrator of The Kensington.
The Kensington has 200 beds.
The Kensington has had 29 recently reported deficiencies.
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