The Kensington in Fort Madison
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Fort Madison, IA

The Kensington in Fort Madison

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Fort Madison, IA

Overview of The Kensington in Fort Madison

Nestled in the vibrant community of Fort Madison, IA, The Kensington in Fort Madison is an esteemed senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care services. A wide array of spacious and cozy accommodations ranging from studio to deluxe studio, one-bedroom, large one-bedroom, deluxe suite, and deluxe one-bedroom are available for its residents. The community is committed to providing a warm an supportive atmosphere for its residents to live a more fulfilling life. In terms of memory care, the community thoughtfully created a memory care neighborhood called Primrose Path catering to the needs of those with Alzheimer’s and dementia.

Known for its top-notch amenities and services, residents can enjoy 3 delectable and healthy home-cooked meals, housekeeping and laundry services, and complimentary health care services. Meet new companions in recreational trips and scenic tours with transportation provided. Further self-care efforts by going to an on-site salon. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors are guaranteed a wonderful retirement with The Kensington in Fort Madison.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 91 Rank #71 / 334Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 71st out of 334 homes we track in Iowa for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Iowa facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #177 / 258Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 177th out of 258 homes we track in Iowa for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Iowa facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
8 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #120 / 424Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 120th out of 424 homes we track in Iowa for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Iowa facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
61 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #231 / 295Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 231st out of 295 homes we track in Iowa for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 295. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
44% This home usually has availability
Lower than the Iowa average: 63.7%
Occupied beds
40 / 91

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Programs
IssuanceAugust 15, 2018
CountyLee
License NumberS0381
Year Opened08/15/2018

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Kensington in Fort Madison is administered by Sarah Martin.

Contact Information

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Inspection History

In Iowa, the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing conducts unannounced health and safety surveys to monitor compliance and protect residents in long-term care settings.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, violation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Iowa state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Overall vs. IA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 3 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Violations (85% below)
• State violations (43% below)
• Violations per inspection (60% below)

Violations Info Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Violations Info Total violations cited across all inspections on record. Iowa reports these as a federal and a state component, shown below; the two add up to this total. 427 This facility has 85% fewer violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (4 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 85% better
State violations Info Part of the Violations total above — the share cited under Iowa state licensing requirements. Federal + state add up to the total. 47 This facility has 43% fewer state violations than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (4 vs. IA avg 7).↓ 43% better
Violations per inspection Info Average violations per inspection. 0.71.76 This facility has 60% fewer violations per inspection than a typical Iowa assisted living residence (0.7 vs. IA avg 1.76).↓ 60% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 613 This facility has had 54% fewer total inspections than the Iowa average (6 vs. IA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 54% fewer

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Address 1.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Fort Madison's city center to The Kensington in Fort Madison's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
The Kensington in Fort Madison
AL
MC
RC
Fort Madison
91
Facility 91
IA AVG 71
Rank #71 / 334
No
61
Facility 61
IA AVG 46
Rank #120 / 424
Studio / 1 Bed
8
Facility 8
IA AVG 18
Rank #177 / 258
44.0%
Facility 44.0%
IA AVG 63.7%
Rank #231 / 295
6
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 7
Rank #59 / 299
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #205 / 299
River Valley Place of Fort Madison
AL
MC
RC
Fort Madison
70
Facility 70
IA AVG 71
Rank #129 / 334
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18
Facility 18
IA AVG 18
Rank #125 / 258
37.1%
Facility 37.1%
IA AVG 63.7%
Rank #267 / 295
10
13
Facility 13
IA AVG 7
Rank #261 / 299
0
Facility 0
IA AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 299

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Iowa

The Kensington in Fort Madison is located in Fort Madison, Iowa.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Iowa.

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Elderly Waiver

Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+
General Iowa resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IA

Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day) Meals ($6/meal) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day)

Iowa Family Caregiver Support

IA NFCSP

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Iowa resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
IA

Limited slots; rural emphasis.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Iowa Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Iowa resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
IA

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Iowa PACE

Age 55+
General Iowa resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, Medicaid-eligible
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IA

Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy Respite

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Iowa resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
IA

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Able Up Iowa

Able Up Iowa

Age 65+ or disabled
General Iowa resident, ability to repay loan, need for assistive tech or mods.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; must demonstrate repayment capacity.
Asset Limits Not specified; credit-based.
IA

Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.

Benefits
Loans for wheelchairs Ramps Walk-in tubs (~$500-$10,000 avg.) Reducing reliance on paid care

Frequently Asked Questions about The Kensington in Fort Madison

Is The Kensington in Fort Madison in a walkable area?

The Kensington in Fort Madison has a walk score of 61. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of The Kensington in Fort Madison?

According to IA state health department records, The Kensington in Fort Madison's license number is S0381.

What is the occupancy rate at The Kensington in Fort Madison?

The Kensington in Fort Madison's occupancy is 44%.

How long has The Kensington in Fort Madison been in business?

The Kensington in Fort Madison has been operating for approximately 8 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Kensington in Fort Madison?

No, The Kensington in Fort Madison has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for The Kensington in Fort Madison?

The team at The Kensington in Fort Madison can be reached at smartin@kensington-evergreen.com.

Who is the administrator of The Kensington in Fort Madison?

Sarah Martin is the administrator of The Kensington in Fort Madison.

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