Kensington Supportive Living Community

You deserve the best.

You deserve the Kensington.

You’ve worked hard all your life. Now is the time to put your feet up. Let the Kensington do the cleaning and laundry. Enjoy delicious meals and let someone else do the dishes.The Kensington is your ticket to a relaxing retirement.

The Kensington is the Affordable Alternative.

It’s elegant senior living that you can afford. Designed specifically for those who need a little extra help in their daily lives, the Kensington is NOT a nursing home. You can keep your independence and your car.

Beautiful spacious apartments with 13 different floor plans.
An active retirement lifestyle.
Wellness Center.
3 fabulous meals per day with a choice of entree.
Special outings and social events.
Privacy and independence.
Weekly housekeeping and laundry service.
Bathing and dressing assistance.
Medication assistance.
Certified nursing staff.
Assistance with meals.
Assistance with personal hygiene and grooming.
Call system.

Living at the Kensington means
assistance when you need it.

If you have trouble remembering your pills or if sleeves and zippers are harder to deal with, help is there. But you still have your own private apartment with your furniture. At the Kensington, you can keep your car.

If you answer ‘yes”
to even one of these questions,
consider the Kensington.

Do you occasionally forget your medications?
Could you use some assistance with transportation and shopping?
Do you need a little assistance with dressing, bathing and grooming?
Are you able to move independently with or without the assistance of a walker or wheelchair?
Are you able to eat independently?
Would you like your meals prepared for you with a choice of entrees?
Would you like someone to do your laundry and clean your apartment once per week?
Are you lonely sometimes?

Getting older doesn’t mean
being lonely.

You don’t have to feel isolated. At the Kensington, you’ll be surrounded by people who understand your life, because they’ve been through the same things. From raising a family to inconveniences of aging, they know what you’re feeling.

Anytime you want to chat, just step out in the hall. You’re in the company of friends.

Plus the staff has 100 years combined experience, so you can be confident in their expertise.

What services are included
at the Kensington?

Your choice of a 1 or 2 bedroom apartment.
No power bills! Air conditioning, heat, electricity, water, trash, basic cable and maintenance are all included. All utilities are paid except your telephone.
Weekly housekeeping and laundry.
Activities like cards, crafts, exercises, and shopping excursions.
Nursing services like assistance with bathing, dressing or medication reminders.
3 delicious buffet style meals a day and staff are at the ready to assist residents during meals.

Kensington residents

Can you afford the Kensington?

YES!

The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services oversees the financial assistance program at the Kensington. Even an individual receiving the minimum amount of Social Security Benefits can qualify. You are allowed a maximum of $2000.00 in assets and one car is exempt.

The Kensington staff is well trained in the process and can provide you with an application for the assistance. All financial information is confidential.

The Kensington is a
Medicaid Certified Facility.

Will my long term care insurance
pay for the Kensington?

Many of the long term care insurance programs recognize the benefits of supportive living for the residents and the financial benefits of this program. Our staff knows their requirements and can assist you with the application process for benefits.

What is Supportive Living?

Supportive Living is for people 65 and older who need assistance from time to time. It’s NOT a nursing home. Supportive Living is for people like you, who can’t reach things on high shelves. If you’re unsteady in the bathroom and worried you might slip, Supportive Living means help is there when you need.

The Kensington promotes independence, respect, privacy and dignity while providing a homelike environment. Our goal is to keep you as independent as possible, for as long as possible.

Chris Campbell, director

Chris Campbell was the RFMS Manager of the Year in 2008. She has been with the Kensington since December 2005 - prior to its conversion into a supportive living facility.

Chris grew up in the Galesburg area and graduated from Carl Sandburg College. She’s a registered nurse with many years of experience in working with seniors. In addition, Chris was a state nursing home inspector for 6 years.

Transportation

Can I bring my car? Yes. There are designated parking places just for the residents of the Kensington.

Plus the Kensington has a bus to take residents to a variety of fun destinations.

Directions

The Kensington is located at 311 E. Simmons Street in downtown Galesburg. We’re close the to restaurants and shops on Seminary Street. The Amtrak station is only one block south. Two hospitals are no more than 5 minutes away.

Testimonials

I love that my mom is at the Kensington. I never worry about her anymore. The staff is so knowledgeable and caring. They are always willing to help my mom.
– Larry

The care is so good at the Kensington. Its worry free living at its best!
– Frances

I came from a nursing home where I did not need to be. Coming here was a wonderful surprise. My private apartment is so spacious that I was able to bring a lot of my personal belongings and now it feels just like home!
– Alice

I lived by myself for so long that I forgot what it was like to share meals with friends. The buffet choices are always delicious. There are activities that I enjoy along with the other people who live here. Coming to the Kensington was the best decision I could have made.
– Rosemary

For more information

Tour the Kensington at 311 East Simmons in Galesburg, IL
Call 309.342.2577
Visit our website www.thekensington.net
Email Chris Campbell manager@thekensington.net