The Kensington Sierra Madre

Overview of The Kensington Sierra Madre

Achieve your greatest potential with the prestigious senior living community of The Kensington Sierra Madre in the stunning lands of West Sierra Madre Boulevard, Sierra Madre, CA, that provides assisted living and memory care. Featuring purposely built and sophisticated accommodations, the community strives to provide a haven for seniors to experience unmatched comfort and safety. The Kensington Sierra Madre goes above and beyond to provide top-notch care and support with a competent and highly qualified team available around the clock for seniors to flourish and enjoy every moment of their best years.

Explore with friends and discover amazing attractions in the local neighborhood with The Kensington Sierra Madre conveniently placed at the core of the town. With engaging activities and fun events, seniors enjoy interactions with their surroundings. Revel in carefully prepared meals that cater to dietary needs. The Kensington Sierra Madre is ideal for seniors aiming to spend their retirement without worries with its picturesque views and welcoming environment.

Facility Direct Line (626) 355-5700

106-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

11 years in operation

A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 86 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

84%

Higher than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

89 / 106

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceFebruary 11, 2015

CountyLos Angeles

The Kensington Sierra Madre is legally operated by Kensington Sm Gp, LLC &Kensington Senior Living LLC, and administered by Cecilia Degraff.

Rehabilitation Services

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 8 citations 17 total visits 10 complaint visits 5 official inspections 8 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

6 points below 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 2022 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

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.	8	10	This facility has 20% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 20% 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.	8	3	This facility has 167% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 167% worse Rank #1011 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1011th out of 1159 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1159 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.	0	4	This facility has 100% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 100% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.5	3.3	This facility has 85% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.5 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 85% 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.	17	16	This facility has 6% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (17 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 6% worse
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	10	13	This facility has 23% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 23% better Rank #845 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 845th out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.	2	7	This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better
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.	8	10	This facility has 20% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 20% better

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

The January 2, 2026 annual inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed compliance with infection control, medication management, resident rights, and disaster preparedness.
The May and June 2025 complaint investigations substantiated two Type A deficiencies for physical abuse of a resident and unauthorized medication camouflaging without consent.
Earlier 2024 complaints substantiated failures in timely medical care and fall risk planning, resulting in a $500 civil penalty, but no deficiencies were found in the two most recent annual inspections.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

Building Type: 2-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

0.3 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Sierra Madre's city center to The Kensington Sierra Madre's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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The Kensington Sierra Madre	AL MC	Sierra Madre	106 Facility 106 CA AVG 104 Rank #674 / 1644	Yes	86 Facility 86 CA AVG 57 Rank #267 / 2087	75 Facility 75 CA AVG 81 Rank #973 / 1400	5	10 Facility 10 CA AVG 13 Rank #845 / 1386	8 Facility 8 CA AVG 3 Rank #1011 / 1159	11 Facility 11 CA AVG 13 Rank #615 / 1497	84.0%	-	Kensington Sm Gp, LLC &Kensington Senior Living LLC	Studio / 1 Bed
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North Lake Villas	AL HOS MC RESC	Altadena	30 Facility 30 CA AVG 104 Rank #1255 / 1644	No	63 Facility 63 CA AVG 57 Rank #949 / 2087	93 Facility 93 CA AVG 81 Rank #242 / 1400	4	4 Facility 4 CA AVG 13 Rank #526 / 1386	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1159	23 Facility 23 CA AVG 13 Rank #293 / 1497	73.3%	A+	North Lake Villas, Inc	Private / Semi-Private Rooms
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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 The Kensington Sierra Madre?

The Kensington Sierra Madre is legally operated by Kensington Sm Gp, LLC &Kensington Senior Living LLC, and administered by Cecilia Degraff.

Is The Kensington Sierra Madre in a walkable area?

The Kensington Sierra Madre has a walk score of 86. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at The Kensington Sierra Madre?

The Kensington Sierra Madre's occupancy is 84%.

How long has The Kensington Sierra Madre been in business?

The Kensington Sierra Madre has been operating for approximately 11 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Kensington Sierra Madre?

Yes, The Kensington Sierra Madre allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of The Kensington Sierra Madre?

Cecilia Degraff is the administrator of The Kensington Sierra Madre.

How many beds does The Kensington Sierra Madre have?

The Kensington Sierra Madre has 106 beds.

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