18312 Mansel Avenue
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
12 beds • Est. 2013 (13 years) • Get directions
Redondo Beach Elderly Home has 3 state citations (2 serious, 1 minor) and 1 verified complaint since 2022 across 13 inspections. The most recent citation, from February 2026, found that a staff member turned off the facility's required auditory alert device at the front entry for about 80 minutes while caring for dementia residents; state regulations require the device to remain active at all times, and inspectors issued the citation on that basis. The 1 verified complaint, also from early 2026, involved a resident who sustained an unexplained bump and bruise to the forehead; during the investigation, inspectors observed staff assisting residents with daily living activities and reviewed staff training records. Complaints filed between 2022 and 2025 that involved allegations related to a hospice resident's deterioration and death, a period of alleged unsupervised care, and a staff member's medication administration qualifications were each investigated by state inspectors and found unsubstantiated. Routine annual inspections from 2022 through 2025 resulted in no citations.
Redondo Beach Elderly Home operates as The Kensington Redondo Beach, a 12-bed assisted living and memory care residence in the South Bay. Founded by leaders in the senior living industry, The Kensington positions itself as a higher-touch alternative to larger communities, with an explicit promise not to require residents to move out if their care needs change.
The memory care program features two specialized neighborhoods — Connections and Haven — for different stages of cognitive decline, and the community holds a Positive Approach to Care designation from dementia specialist Teepa Snow.
No forced moves when care needs increase
The Kensington explicitly commits to not requiring residents to move out if health needs change, including end-of-life care. This is a meaningful promise — many facilities discharge residents when they become too complex. Ask for specifics on what level of care they can sustain.
Two-stage memory care, not one-size-fits-all
The Connections neighborhood serves earlier-stage cognitive decline, while Haven accommodates more advanced needs. Having distinct environments for different stages means residents aren't thrown into a single locked unit regardless of where they are in their journey.
Positive Approach to Care certified
The Kensington is designated by Teepa Snow's PAC program, an evidence-based approach to dementia care. This certification means staff have undergone specific training in how to interact with residents experiencing brain changes. It's a meaningful credential, not a marketing badge.
Beach cities location in Redondo Beach
Centrally located in Redondo Beach in the South Bay, with walkable neighborhood access. The coastal location is a real quality-of-life advantage over inland facilities.
12 beds is a mid-size operation
Larger than a 6-bed board and care but much smaller than a typical assisted living community. You get more social interaction than a small home but less variety in programming and amenities than a 100-bed community.
South Bay premium pricing likely
Redondo Beach real estate costs are reflected in care costs. The Kensington positions itself as upscale. Budget-conscious families should get specific pricing early in the process to avoid investing time in tours if it's out of range.
13 years old but safety data shows some citations
Licensed since 2013 with a good safety score (8.7), but there is 1 substantiated allegation in the record. Ask management directly about what was flagged and how they responded.
Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.
18312 Mansel Avenue, Redondo Beach, CA 90278
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