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The Kensington
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Walnut Creek, CA
Exterior view of a senior living facility entrance Bright and welcoming lounge area with large windows Interior common area with seating and bookshelves Welcoming common area in a senior living facility

The Kensington

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Walnut Creek, CA
1580 Geary Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94597 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of The Kensington

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.

Facility Direct Line (925) 483-8466
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Bed community size
200-bed community Rank #151 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 151st out of 1657 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
2 years in operation Rank #1300 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1300th out of 1487 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 69 / 100 Rank #768 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 768th out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
74%
Rank #859 / 1537Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 859th out of 1537 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1537. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
147 / 200
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceAugust 18, 2023
CountyContra Costa

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Kensington is legally operated by Kensington Tenant Llc & Kisco Senior Living, Llc, and administered by Deborah Bradley.

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Inspection History

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.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 28 citations 31 total visits 6 complaint visits 2 official inspections 4 complaint investigations
Inspection Score Info 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)

Rank #1079 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1079th 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. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. Inspection score: 71 out of 100. Letter grade C-. 10 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2023 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 6 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (180% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (500% above)
• Citations per year (182% above)
• Total visits (94% above)
• Other visits (229% above) 4 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (73% below)
• Complaint visits (54% below)
• Official inspections (50% below)
• Complaint investigations (60% below)
Latest Inspection April 13, 2026

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 2810 This facility has 180% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (28 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 180% worse
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 43 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. 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) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 244 This facility has 500% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (24 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 500% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2023. 9.33.3 This facility has 182% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (9.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↑ 182% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.93.3 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 Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 3116 This facility has 94% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (31 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 94% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 613 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. 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 Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 237 This facility has 229% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (23 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 229% worse
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 24 This facility has 50% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 410 This facility has 60% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 60% better

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

  • The most recent inspection on February 17, 2026, cited one deficiency for duplicate narcotic medication doses given contrary to physician orders.
  • December 9, 2025, complaint investigations substantiated multiple medication errors, falsified records, untrained staff administering injections, and failure to call 9-1-1 after a resident’s life-threatening fall.
  • November 6, 2024, inspection found immediate jeopardy due to malfunctioning Memory Care egress doors and insufficient trained staff, allowing resident elopement and posing health and safety risks.
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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 450 / 630 / 760 / 820 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Kensington

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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info 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 information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

The Kensington is located in Walnut Creek, California.
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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).
CA

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
CA

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
CA

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.
CA

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
CA

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.
CA

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)

Frequently Asked Questions about The Kensington

What neighborhood is The Kensington in?

The Kensington is in the Geary Road neighborhood of Walnut Creek.

Who is the owner of The Kensington?

The Kensington is legally operated by Kensington Tenant Llc & Kisco Senior Living, Llc, and administered by Deborah Bradley.

Is The Kensington in a walkable area?

The Kensington has a walk score of 69. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at The Kensington?

The Kensington's occupancy is 74%.

Who is the administrator of The Kensington?

Deborah Bradley is the administrator of The Kensington.

How many beds does The Kensington have?

The Kensington has 200 beds.

Has The Kensington had any recent citations?

The Kensington has had 29 recently reported citations.

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