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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.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%The Kensington Sierra Madre is legally operated by Kensington Sm Gp,llc &kensington Senior Living Llc, and administrated by Cecilia Degraff.
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.
6 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
Rank #973 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 973rd out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Inspection score: 75 out of 100. Letter grade C. 6 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.
| 8 | 10 | This facility has 20% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 20% better |
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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.
| 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 #1015 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1015th 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.
| 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 |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2022.
| 2 | 2.5 | This facility has 20% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 2.5).↓ 20% better |
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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
| 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.
| 17 | 16 | This facility has 6% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (17 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 6% worse |
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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 #850 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 850th 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.
| 2 | 7 | This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better |
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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 |
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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 |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
38.5 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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The Kensington Sierra Madre is located in Sierra Madre, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| The Variel of Woodland Hills |
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.
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. | Woodland Hills | 436
Facility
436
CA AVG
103
Rank
#24 / 1657 | No |
60
Facility
60
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1050 / 2092 | 59
Facility
59
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1301 / 1401 | 3 | 27
Facility
27
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1230 / 1397 | 10
Facility
10
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1058 / 1164 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
13
Rank
#988 / 1487 |
85.8%
Facility
85.8%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#365 / 1368 | A+ | Sblp Warner Center Opco,LLC;Momentum Senior Living | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Pasadena Highlands |
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.
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. | Pasadena (Pasadena Council District 2) | 245
Facility
245
CA AVG
103
Rank
#97 / 1657 | Yes |
85
Facility
85
CA AVG
57
Rank
#290 / 2092 | 62
Facility
62
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1271 / 1401 | 5 | 20
Facility
20
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1129 / 1397 | 7
Facility
7
CA AVG
3
Rank
#988 / 1164 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
13
Rank
#988 / 1487 |
86.5%
Facility
86.5%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#353 / 1368 | A- | Wellquest 625 Pasadena LLC; Wellquest Living LLC | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Walnut Valley Senior Living |
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 | 120
Facility
120
CA AVG
103
Rank
#561 / 1657 | No |
73
Facility
73
CA AVG
57
Rank
#642 / 2092 | 94
Facility
94
CA AVG
81
Rank
#185 / 1401 | 4 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#529 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1100 / 1487 |
70.8%
Facility
70.8%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#827 / 1368 | A+ | Walnut Acquisition LLC; Walnut Silver Town, Inc | Studio / 1 Bed |
| The Kensington Sierra Madre |
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. | Sierra Madre | 106
Facility
106
CA AVG
103
Rank
#675 / 1657 | No |
86
Facility
86
CA AVG
57
Rank
#267 / 2092 | 75
Facility
75
CA AVG
81
Rank
#973 / 1401 | 5 | 10
Facility
10
CA AVG
13
Rank
#850 / 1397 | 8
Facility
8
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1015 / 1164 | 11
Facility
11
CA AVG
13
Rank
#610 / 1487 |
84.0%
Facility
84.0%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#407 / 1368 | - | Kensington Sm Gp,LLC &Kensington Senior Living LLC | Studio / 1 Bed |
| North Lake Villas |
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.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
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.
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. | Altadena | 30
Facility
30
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1267 / 1657 | No |
63
Facility
63
CA AVG
57
Rank
#951 / 2092 | 93
Facility
93
CA AVG
81
Rank
#242 / 1401 | 4 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#529 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 23
Facility
23
CA AVG
13
Rank
#289 / 1487 |
73.3%
Facility
73.3%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#763 / 1368 | A+ | North Lake Villas, Inc. | Studio / 1 Bed |
The Kensington Sierra Madre is in the Sierra Madre neighborhood of Sierra Madre.
The legal owner and operator of The Kensington Sierra Madre is Kensington Sm Gp,Llc &Kensington Senior Living Llc.
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.
The Kensington Sierra Madre's occupancy is 84%.
Cecilia Degraff is the administrator of The Kensington Sierra Madre.
The Kensington Sierra Madre has 106 beds.
The Kensington Sierra Madre has had 10 recently reported deficiencies.
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