Occupancy rate
82%
13% higher than California averageCalifornia average: 73%
Kensington Place Redwood City
Memory Care in San Mateo County
Kensington Place Redwood City
Memory Care in San Mateo County
Kensington Place Redwood City is a compassionate memory care community in Redwood City, CA, that focuses on caring for those with dementia and Alzheimer’s. The community promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring older adults feel at home during their stay. With 24-hour care, medication administration, and all-day dining, residents have a worry-free retirement. Alongside different levels of care, personalized care plans are provided to help enhance residents’ memory and meet their needs.
Mind-stimulating games, light exercises, and social events provide residents with more opportunities to learn new things and gain meaningful experiences. Residents can relax and interact with friends in the spacious dining rooms, cozy living rooms, and accessible communal spaces. The area is also filled with restaurants, shops, and public transportation, ensuring accessibility and convenience. This memory care community is a trusted choice for senior living in California, especially with its excellent services and thoughtfully designed amenities.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
67
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
Occupancy
13% higher than California averageOccupied beds
55 / 67
Average residents
87 per day
CountySan Mateo
Kensington Place Redwood City is administrated by April Vargas.
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab
Nursing Services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Alzheimer’s Care
Dementia Care
Couples Care
Specific ProgramsAlzheimer’s Care, Dementia Care, Couples Care, Rehabilitation Services
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Dining Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Rehabilitative Support
Types of Care at Kensington Place Redwood City
Memory Care
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.
15 visits
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
California average: 16 visits
Breakdown by visit type
5 total complaint visits
8 other visits
Other visits include regulatory visits that are not routine inspections or complaint investigations, such as administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, or licensing-related visits.
California average
13 total complaint visits
7 other visits
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4 complaint investigations
Inspections conducted in response to complaints filed by residents, families, staff, or others about possible problems at the facility.
Investigations can have many visits.
California average: 10 complaint investigations
2 official inspections
Routine inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state care and safety standards.
California average: 4 official inspections
2 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 10 citations
1 serious citation
A violation that poses an immediate risk to resident health or safety, or represents a substantial failure to comply with licensing requirements.
California average: 3 serious citations
1 moderate citation
A violation that does not pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety but requires correction to remain in compliance.
California average: 4 moderate citations
Compare Memory Care around San Mateo County The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
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| Kensington Place Redwood City |
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. | Redwood City (Redwood Oaks) | 67 | No | 86 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 82.1% | - | 1 Bed |
| Palm Villas Memory Care |
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. | Redwood City | 49 | Yes | 65 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 77.6% | - | 1 Bed |
| Bayview Villa |
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. | San Carlos | 47 | No | 22 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 31.9% | - | 1 Bed |
| Sandhill Assisted 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.
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. | Menlo Park (Sharon Heights) | - | No | 56 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 1 Bed |
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