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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
Facility Direct Line (925) 483-8466

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
147
Bed community size
200-bed community Rank #151 / 1645Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 151st out of 1,645 homes we track in California for bed count. 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California 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.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
2 years in operation Rank #1322 / 1507Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1322nd out of 1,507 homes we track in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California 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 California 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.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 69 / 100 Rank #767 / 2057Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 767th out of 2,057 homes we track in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California 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 California 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
74%
Rank #839 / 1452Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 839th out of 1,452 homes we track in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1452. 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 California 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.
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
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.

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.

Overall vs. CA average 3 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (142% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (525% above) 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (78% below)

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. 2912 This facility has 142% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (29 vs. CA avg 12).↑ 142% 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 #1010 / 1433 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1010th out of 1,433 homes we track in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1433 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 254 This facility has 525% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (25 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 525% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.94 This facility has 78% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.9 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 78% better

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of official scheduled inspections, complaint visits and other regulatory visits. California counts each evaluation report, so one trip can count twice when it serves two purposes. 3116 This facility has had 94% more total inspections than the California average (31 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 94% more
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 613 This facility has had 54% fewer complaint visits than the California average (6 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 54% fewer Rank #651 / 1387 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 651st out of 1,387 homes we track in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1387 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
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 had 229% more other visits than the California average (23 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 229% more
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 24 This facility has had 50% fewer official inspections than the California average (2 vs. CA avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 410 This facility has had 60% fewer complaint investigations than the California average (4 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 60% fewer
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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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Places of interest near The Kensington

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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Compare Assisted Living around Walnut Creek

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

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
Count of California state "Type A" citations — the state's most serious citation category (immediate or serious harm to residents), from California state inspection data.
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.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
The Kensington
AL
IL
MC
Walnut Creek
200
Facility 200
CA AVG 103
Rank #151 / 1,645
Yes
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 58
Rank #767 / 2,057
31
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,387
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,010 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,322 / 1,507
73.5%
Facility 73.5%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #839 / 1,452
Kensington Tenant LLC & Kisco Senior Living, LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Atria Walnut Creek
AL
IL
MC
RC
Walnut Creek
200
Facility 200
CA AVG 103
Rank #151 / 1,645
Yes
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,554 / 2,057
68
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,270 / 1,387
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #898 / 1,433
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #214 / 1,507
68.5%
Facility 68.5%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #967 / 1,452
Wg Montego Heights Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed
Byron Park
AL
IL
Walnut Creek
151
Facility 151
CA AVG 103
Rank #337 / 1,645
Yes
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,156 / 2,057
13
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,237 / 1,507
50.3%
Facility 50.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,303 / 1,452
Well Kisco Byron Park Tenant LLC And Kisco Sr. Lvg LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ivy Park at Walnut Creek
AL
MC
Walnut Creek
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 103
Rank #874 / 1,645
Yes
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,345 / 2,057
11
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,322 / 1,507
83.7%
Facility 83.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #497 / 1,452
Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Tiffany Court
AL
RC
Walnut Creek
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,029 / 1,645
Yes
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 58
Rank #383 / 2,057
4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #540 / 1,507
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #466 / 1,452
Snh Cali Tenant LLC And Northstar Snr Lvg Mgt LLCStudio / 1 Bed
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

The Kensington is located in Walnut Creek, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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

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%.

How long has The Kensington been in business?

The Kensington has been operating for approximately 2 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Kensington?

Yes, The Kensington allows residents to bring their pets.

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.

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