Pricing ranges from
    $5,790 – 6,948/month

    Advent Residential Home

    617 Fifth Ave, Redwood City, CA, 94063
    4.0 · 4 reviews
    • Assisted living
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    5.0

    Attentive loving caregivers, spotless home

    After a prior nightmare experience, this place alleviated my concerns - I'm doing well and feel right at home. The caregivers are attentive and loving, staff are trusted, rooms and bathrooms are spotless, the home-cooked food and activities are wonderful, it's reasonably priced, and I highly recommend it.

    Pricing

    $5,790+/moSemi-privateAssisted Living
    $6,948+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.00 · 4 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      5.0
    • Staff

      5.0
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      5.0

    Pros

    • Well-cared-for residents
    • Caring, attentive caregivers
    • Loved and trusted staff
    • Spotless rooms and bathrooms
    • Clean facility
    • Delicious, home-style food
    • Engaging activities (games, musical performances)
    • Strong sense of community
    • Needs consistently met
    • Welcoming, home-like environment
    • Reasonably priced
    • Highly recommended by reviewers
    • Alleviated concerns after prior negative experience

    Cons

    • No significant negatives reported in these reviews
    • One reviewer referenced a prior 'nightmare' experience elsewhere (not at this facility)

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment: The reviews for Advent Residential Home are overwhelmingly positive. Multiple reviewers emphasize that residents are well cared for and that caregivers are attentive, trusted, and genuinely caring. The dominant impression is of a warm, welcoming, home-like environment where needs are met and families feel comfortable recommending the community.

    Care quality: Reviewers consistently describe excellent care. Specific phrases include “needs met,” “doing well,” and “excellent care,” indicating that clinical and daily living support is reliable and effective. Caregivers are repeatedly called attentive and caring, and several reviewers explicitly state that the staff alleviated prior concerns, which suggests both competence and responsiveness to family worries or transitional issues.

    Staff and relationships: Staff performance and demeanor are a major strength. Reviews use terms such as “wonderful caregivers,” “trusted staff,” and “staff loved,” pointing to strong interpersonal relationships between staff and residents/families. Trust and comfort with caregivers appear to be a recurring theme, contributing to reviewers’ willingness to recommend the facility.

    Facilities and cleanliness: Physical cleanliness and upkeep are highlighted repeatedly. Rooms and bathrooms are described as “spotless,” and the facility overall is called “clean.” This consistent praise for hygiene and maintenance supports the overall sense of a well-run environment that attends to residents’ comfort and safety.

    Dining and atmosphere: Food and dining are noted positively, with reviewers praising “loved food” and “home cooking.” The home-style meals add to the welcoming, residential feel and are cited as part of what makes the community feel like a true “home.” This contributes to quality-of-life assessments beyond purely clinical care.

    Activities and community life: Social offerings are another clear strength. Reviewers mention games and musical performances specifically, along with a general “strong sense of community.” These activities seem to provide meaningful engagement for residents and reinforce communal bonds, which is important for emotional well-being and resident satisfaction.

    Value and recommendations: Several reviewers call the facility “reasonably priced” and explicitly “highly recommend” Advent Residential Home. The combination of quality care, clean facilities, good food, and robust activities—paired with affordability—appears to drive strong overall recommendations.

    Notable patterns and concerns: There are no consistent negative comments about Advent Residential Home in the summaries provided. The only negative note is an isolated reference to a prior “nightmare experience,” which reviewers indicate was resolved or contrasted positively with Advent’s care. That phrasing suggests Advent helped alleviate concerns originating from another facility or situation, rather than indicating an internal problem.

    Conclusion: Taken together, the reviews portray Advent Residential Home as a well-run, compassionate, and community-oriented residential care setting. Strengths cluster around attentive caregiving, cleanliness, good home-style food, engaging activities, and a welcoming atmosphere. Reviewers report that residents’ needs are met and that families feel confident and comfortable with the staff and the overall environment. There are no substantive recurring criticisms in the provided summaries, with the only negative context referring to a prior external experience that Advent helped correct or improve upon.

    Location

    Map showing location of Advent Residential Home

    About Advent Residential Home

    Advent Residential Home is a senior care residence located in Redwood City, California, nestled along the scenic San Francisco peninsula in San Mateo County. Surrounded by the rich cultural and historical tapestry of Redwood City, residents of Advent Residential Home can enjoy the vibrant downtown atmosphere and proximity to attractions such as the San Francisco Bay shoreline, the San Mateo County Museum, and Red Morton Community Park. The beautiful and engaging setting offers an ideal backdrop for a nurturing and enjoyable senior living experience.

    At Advent Residential Home, the mission centers around providing the highest standards of care for seniors in a comfortable and supportive group home environment. The professional team includes highly trained and compassionate caregivers who are dedicated to ensuring each resident receives attentive and expert assistance with their daily needs. Medical professionals are always available to address both the medical and physical requirements of each resident, ensuring their well-being and peace of mind. There is a thoughtful emphasis on fostering independence for each individual, allowing residents to maintain their autonomy in a gentle and respectful way while receiving the support they need.

    Mealtimes are a highlight at Advent Residential Home. Residents enjoy nutritious and well-balanced dining experiences designed by chefs and meal planners who understand the importance of both health and flavor. The focus is on high-quality ingredients and creating dishes that are as delicious as they are nourishing, leaving residents looking forward to every meal. This commitment to exceptional dining contributes to the overall well-being and enjoyment of daily life at the care home.

    In addition to excellent care and dining, Advent Residential Home is committed to creating a vibrant community through a variety of activities that engage residents socially, physically, mentally, and emotionally. The environment is warm, friendly, and marked by a culture of helpfulness and kindness among both staff and residents. The care home offers both private and semi-private accommodations, allowing residents to choose the living arrangement that best suits their preferences and needs. Each day is structured to ensure comfort, connection, and fulfillment, with a focus on making Advent Residential Home a truly welcoming and pleasant place to live.

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    State of California Inspection Reports

    5

    Inspections

    0

    Type A Citations

    0

    Type B Citations

    5

    Years of reports

    08 Jan 2025
    Found overall cleanliness, safety, and proper medication storage, with private resident rooms and functioning safety equipment. Identified a deficiency due to three of five staff members having expired first aid training.
    16 Dec 2024
    Found that the allegation that no refund was issued after a resident's death was unfounded; a refund check was issued and received.
    26 Jan 2024
    Found safety measures, medication storage, and living areas maintained in good condition, with exits unobstructed and safety equipment up to date. Noted that the administrator’s license had expired with renewal reportedly submitted, and several forms and documents were requested by 02/02/2024.
    26 Jan 2024
    Conducted unannounced annual inspection visit, facility met safety and regulatory requirements, no citations issued.
    27 Jan 2020
    Inspection found no deficiencies, staff and client records were in compliance, premises were safe and well-maintained.

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