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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.

Starting Price $6,681/Month Info Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

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Overview of Safe Haven – Brentwood II

Safe Haven – Brentwood II operates a six-bed residential care home on Honor Way in Brentwood, California. Managed by Safe Haven Rose Garden LLC and administrator Richard Grimesey, this single-story facility features a stair-free layout to accommodate residents with physical mobility limitations. The property has been open for one year and offers a mix of private and semi-private rooms that support independent living, assisted living, memory care, and hospice services under one roof.

The surrounding neighborhood holds a walkability score of 57 out of 100, allowing visitors to manage a few retail errands on foot. On-site services include daily housekeeping, local transportation, beauty treatments, and structured exercise programs.

Residents also have access to an outdoor garden, a spa area, and personalized care plans tailored for cognitive decline. State regulatory reviews have focused on safety documentation and fall-prevention fixtures, with past inspection items now fully resolved.

Prospective residents can contact the administrative desk to verify open beds and request current monthly pricing.

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Overview of Westmont of Morgan Hill

Located in the serene setting of Cochrane Road, Morgan Hill, CA, Westmont of Morgan Hill is a blissful senior living community providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community is committed to improving residents’ quality of life with top-tier care and assistance from a compassionate and well-trained team. Residents thrive and live their lives to the fullest within the community’s cozy and pet-friendly amenities.

Celebrate milestones and lead a meaningful life through a variety of enriching events and fun programs. Here, residents enjoy delightful dining with diverse options that satisfy their nutritional needs and tastes. With its ideal location near convenient local amenities and amusing attractions, residents gain easy access to their needs and desires. Westmont of Morgan Hill strives to provide a safe place where residents retain their independence while receiving the utmost support they deserve.

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Overview of Atria Park of San Mateo

Situated just 20 miles south of San Francisco, Atria Park of San Mateo extends a warm welcome to San Mateo, California seniors, offering a blend of assisted living and memory care services. With a dedicated staff taking care of the driving, housekeeping, laundry, and home maintenance, residents can dedicate their time to what truly ignites their passions.

Atria Park of San Mateo stands out with its Engage Life® program, presenting many opportunities for residents to explore, create, and engage. This San Mateo, California community is tailored for active seniors seeking a dynamic lifestyle complemented by premium amenities. Nestled within the Hillsdale neighborhood along the waterfront, this community thrives on fostering connections and bringing people together, enriching the lives of its residents.

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Overview of Ramona Park Senior Apartments

Enjoy a better quality of life at Ramona Park Senior Apartments, a distinct 55+ community in Long Beach, CA, offering independent living. The community features spacious and well-designed one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Residents enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with convenient apartment amenities, including a fully-equipped kitchen and a refrigerator.

Residents can spend their days as they please, especially with the community’s proximity to recreation sites and on-site amenities, including a picnic area, a pool, reading areas, and a computer room. Delightful restaurants are also set nearby, providing residents with a variety of dining options that meet their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking to spend their golden years independently.

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Aldersly

326 Mission Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901
Overview of Aldersly

Have the finest retirement experience at Aldersly Retirement Community, an exceptional community in San Rafael, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and extended care. Alongside beautifully furnished and cozy studio and one-bedroom floor plans, housekeeping and linen services are also provided to ensure residents can feel at ease during their stay. Residents can also keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team providing top-notch care around the clock.

To enhance residents’ cognition and living experiences, fun recreational activities and stimulating programs are conducted. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options served three times daily. Amenities include an on-site salon, a library, a greenhouse, safety features, a fitness studio, and a beautifully maintained garden, creating the ideal setting for residents to thrive in their golden years.

$8,962/Month Info Pricing updated on February 13th, 2026

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Overview of Quail Park on Cypress

Quail Park on Cypress offers assisted living, independent living, and nursing care in Visalia, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private living space. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while nursing care provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

For someone whose needs change over time, these care levels can allow a move between services without leaving the community or starting over socially. The community has 175 beds, with studios, one bedroom layouts, and two bedroom layouts available. A studio provides a single private space, while a two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

A Walk Score of 46 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Pets are allowed, and residents can bring a pet when moving in. James Sidoti serves as administrator, and Qp Retirement Village & Living Care Management operates the community.

Starting Price $4,795/Month Info Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

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Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living

12979 Rancho Peñasquitos Blvd, San Diego, CA 92129
Overview of Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living

Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living in San Diego, CA, provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term respite care on a single campus. Independent living offers private quarters alongside community services, while assisted living supports daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Secured memory care provides continuous supervision for residents with cognitive needs, and temporary respite stays give primary caregivers relief.

The 120-bed community allows residents to adjust their level of care as health needs change over time. On-site physical rehabilitation supports both ongoing therapy and short-term post-acute recovery. Featured amenities include a grooming salon, library, restaurant-style dining venue, and pet-friendly accommodations.

Financial arrangements rely on private payment options. A walk score of 59 makes the local area fairly walkable, enabling non-driving residents to manage select nearby errands on foot.

Interested families exploring multi-level senior care or short-term rehabilitation can contact Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living to check current bed availability or schedule an in-person tour.

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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living Aliso Viejo

Belmont Village Senior Living Aliso Viejo offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Aliso Viejo, CA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

All three care levels are in one community. That may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. The community has 180 beds, with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences; a studio offers one private living space, while a two bedroom residence can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

Respite care provides a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and pets are allowed. A pool gives residents an option for swimming or water recreation, while rehabilitation services provide therapy related to recovery or maintaining function. With a Walk Score of 61, the area is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to walk for select nearby needs. Rosa Ayala serves as the administrator, and the community is operated by Bmsh I Belmont Av Gp LLC and Belmont Three.

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Pacifica Senior Living Poway

12750 Gateway Park Rd, Poway, CA 92064
Overview of Pacifica Senior Living Poway

Pacifica Senior Living Poway offers assisted living, independent living, and respite care in Poway, CA. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident lives in a private apartment. Independent living means having a private home with community services and no daily care. Respite care provides a short-term stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 72 beds. It may suit someone who wants independent living now, with the option to move to assisted living if daily care needs increase. Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet when they move in. There is a pool, salon and spa, movie theater, craft room, and fitness center for swimming, personal grooming, watching films, making crafts, and exercising.

A Walk Score of 36 out of 100 indicates a car-dependent setting, where most errands require a car or a ride. Community transportation is available for trips that would otherwise require driving. Cameron Azemikhah administers the community, which is operated by Gateway Park Holdings and California Senior Et Al.

$3,295/Month Info Pricing updated on October 13th, 2026

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Independent Living in California at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 59/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in California. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 159The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90