Kensington Place Redwood City

Overview of Kensington Place Redwood City

Kensington Place Redwood City delivers heartfelt excellence in Memory Care. The facility promises to love and care for families as they do their own. It offers a range of services including memory care, Alzheimer’s care, and dementia care.

(650) 363-9200

67-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

Walk Score: 86 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Kensington Place Redwood City is administrated by April Vargas.

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Short-Term Rehab

24-Hour Staffing

Alzheimer’s Care

Couples Care

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Since 2022 · 4 years of data 15 total visits 5 complaint visits 2 official inspections

Inspection Scorecard 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 2022 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	15	16	This facility has 6% fewer total visits than a typical California nursing home (15 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 6% better
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	5	13	This facility has 62% fewer complaint visits than a typical California nursing home (5 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 62% better
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	8	7	This facility has 14% more other visits than a typical California nursing home (8 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 14% worse
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	2	4	This facility has 50% fewer official inspections than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better

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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).

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

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

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.

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

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.

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)

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Is Kensington Place Redwood City in a walkable area?

Kensington Place Redwood City has a walk score of 86. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Who is the administrator of Kensington Place Redwood City?

April Vargas is the administrator of Kensington Place Redwood City.

How many beds does Kensington Place Redwood City have?

Kensington Place Redwood City has 67 beds.

Are there photos of Kensington Place Redwood City?

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What is the phone number of Kensington Place Redwood City?

(650) 363-9200 will put you in contact with the team at Kensington Place Redwood City.

Is Kensington Place Redwood City Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Kensington Place Redwood City is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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