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State licensed161 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA 91024
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Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
The Kensington Sierra Madre
Sierra Madre, CaliforniaState inspected Jun 15, 2026, 9 citations since 2022
About The Kensington Sierra Madre
The Kensington Sierra Madre provides compassionate assisted living care in the heart of California's San Gabriel Valley. Our experienced team supports residents with daily activities while honoring independence and dignity. Surrounded by the community you know, quality care is always nearby.
Community at a glance
Capacity
106 residents
State license
#198601953, Licensed
Location
Sierra Madre, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
245 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, California 91024
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects The Kensington Sierra Madre. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited The Kensington Sierra Madre on June 15, 2026.
Since March 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 5 routine inspections, 14 complaint visits and 2 other visits.
Inspectors issued 8 Type A citations and 1 Type B citation. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.
The state investigated 10 complaints, and found 4 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Jun 15, 2026
Routine inspections
5
Type A citations
8
Type B citations
1
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 14 | 3 | 1 |
| Other visits | 2 | 5 | 0 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Jan 2, 2026, Jan 27, 2025, Feb 13, 2024, Jan 21, 2023, Mar 3, 2022.
Complaints
- June 15, 20262 unsubstantiated
- May 14, 20261 allegation substantiated, 2 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- September 30, 20251 unsubstantiated
- June 27, 20251 unsubstantiated
- June 7, 20251 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- May 15, 20252 unsubstantiated
- May 1, 20251 unsubstantiated
- January 27, 20251 unsubstantiated
- May 23, 20242 allegations substantiated, 2 unsubstantiated, 2 citations
- May 12, 20223 unsubstantiated
- substantiated:
- the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
- inconclusive:
- the state could not prove or disprove it.
- unsubstantiated:
- it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
- unfounded:
- the state found it false or not possible.
License
- License number
- 198601953
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 106 residents
- Licensed since
- February 11, 2015
- Licensee
- Kensington Sm Gp,llc &kensington Senior Living LLC
- Administrator
- Cecilia Degraff
Location
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245 W. Sierra Madre Blvd.Sierra Madre, CA 91024
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has The Kensington Sierra Madre had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued The Kensington Sierra Madre 8 Type A citations and 1 Type B citation since March 2022. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was The Kensington Sierra Madre last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on June 15, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about The Kensington Sierra Madre?+
The state investigated 10 complaints since March 2022. Of the allegations, 4 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 15 unsubstantiated and 0 unfounded.
How much does assisted living cost?+
The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+
Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.
What's the difference from a nursing home?+
Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.