The Kensington

The Kensington is a retirement community in the heart of culture and the arts, just minutes from the Bedford Gallery, Lesher Center and the California Symphony ? and with easy access to the surrounding Bay Area. Enjoy a morning walk along the Walnut Creeks Iron Trail. Explore the downtown area, with its hundred-year-old buildings and high-end shopping. Or catch the Contra Costa BART for a day trip to the city. No matter your preference, you will discover endless opportunities for fun and excitement. Independent Living at The Kensington As a resident at The Kensington, you will find all kinds of opportunities for social connections, health and wellness activities, and the comforts and conveniences to help simplify life. Here are the included services for independent living: Exceptional restaurant-style dining options for breakfast, lunch and dinner including outdoor patio seating Weekly housekeeping and flat linen laundry services Full calendar of social, cultural, educational, and recreational activities and programs Health and fitness classes 24-hour emergency call system and onsite staff Scheduled group transportation services to doctors appointments, shopping, events and entertainment Utilities (except phone) including access to Wi-Fi, heating and air conditioning Interior and exterior care and maintenance of all residences, common areas and grounds Assisted Living at The Kensington The Kensingtons assisted living services take a whole-person approach to wellness, and are tailored to meet your needs, now and in the future. Services can be dialed up, or back, at any time, so you can get the support you need. Residents choosing assisted living services enjoy the service amenities and common areas as listed above, as well as highly-personalized care services as needed to provide assistance for independence and wellness. Here are the additional services offered in assisted living: Restaurant-style dining choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner Weekly housekeeping, personal and flat linen laundry service Help with daily activities, including bathing, dressing and grooming Assistance with managing medications Licensed nurse on staff Utilities (except phone) including access to Wi-Fi, heating and air conditioning A holistic personal wellness plan that supports the whole youphysical, spiritual, emotional, social and intellectual Memory Care at The Kensington The Kensingtons Enliven Memory Care offers personalized care within a secure residential environment. Our carefully selected and trained staff works closely with memory-impaired residents and their families, developing individualized and innovative programs. Here are the services provided in our memory care residences: Three family-style meals served daily Access to private dining room for family celebrations Secured, residential environment Specially-designed common areas and outdoor courtyard Interior walking paths and private garden Weekly housekeeping, personal and flat linen laundry service 24-hour staffing and emergency call system Scheduled group transportation Weekly scenic drives and daily strolls Help with daily activities, including bathing, dressing and grooming Assistance with managing medications Licensed nurse on staff A full calendar of social, cultural and recreational activity programming that maximizes independence while focusing on strength and abilities An environment (physical, social, and cultural) designed to encourage and support independence Personalized care services to meet the changing needs of each resident Shared studio suite Utilities (except phone and cable)