Britannia House

    1608 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Redwood City, CA 94061
    • Assisted Living
    5.0ยท5 reviews

    Immaculate cozy home, caring staff

    I chose Britannia House II and feel confident in their capable, caring staff - attentive, patient, communicative, and responsive. The home is immaculate and cozy, with a sunny sunroom, backyard patio, and a supportive owner and team. Meals are thoughtful and healthy (the homemade applesauce was a hit) and the location near 280 and Woodside Plaza is very convenient. I would happily recommend Britannia House II to family and friends.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

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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

    Reviews

    5.00ยท(5)

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      5.0
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      5.0
    • Value

      5.0

    Pros

    • Compassionate, capable care
    • Attentive and patient staff
    • Qualified and knowledgeable caregivers
    • Friendly, communicative, responsive team
    • Supportive management/owner
    • Clean, immaculate facility
    • Homey, comfortable environment
    • Sunroom, backyard, and patio amenities
    • Thoughtful, healthy meals
    • Homemade applesauce and good meal rotation
    • Convenient location near 280 and Woodside Plaza
    • Strong recommendations from families and residents

    Summary of reviews

    Overall sentiment: The collected review summaries present a uniformly positive picture of Britannia House. Reviewers consistently highlight exceptional caregiving, a pleasant and home-like environment, and a high standard of cleanliness. Multiple commenters explicitly recommend the facility (including Britannia House II), and there is repeated praise for both the owner and staff, indicating broad satisfaction among residents and families.

    Care quality and staff: Reviews emphasize compassionate, capable, and confident care. Staff are described with multiple reinforcing attributes โ€” attentive, patient, qualified, knowledgeable, friendly, communicative, and responsive. Reviewers note that staff are great with both residents and families, provide support, and inspire confidence in the level of care provided. The repeated use of words such as "compassionate," "caring," and "supportive" points to strong interpersonal skills and a resident-centered approach among caregivers.

    Facilities and cleanliness: The facility is repeatedly described as immaculate, spotless, and "homey." Physical features called out include a sun room, backyard, and patio, which contribute to an inviting and comfortable atmosphere. Several reviews specifically mention that the property "looks very nice," reinforcing the impression that both interior and exterior upkeep are priorities. Cleanliness and a well-kept appearance are among the most common positive themes.

    Dining and food: Food is characterized as thoughtful and healthy, with specific praise for homemade items such as applesauce. Reviewers note a good meal rotation, which suggests variety and attention to residents' nutritional needs. The inclusion of homemade items and mention of healthy choices indicate that dining is perceived as a strength and contributes to residents' overall wellbeing.

    Location, management, and recommendations: Britannia House's location is identified as convenient, with proximity to Highway 280 and Woodside Plaza called out. Management and ownership receive positive remarks; reviewers are "positive about owner and staff," and describe management as communicative and responsive. The net effect is a high degree of trust from families โ€” several reviewers explicitly say they would recommend the facility to family and friends.

    Notable patterns and gaps: The dominant themes are high-quality, compassionate staff; excellent cleanliness and a home-like environment; pleasant outdoor/sunroom spaces; and satisfying, homemade-style meals. There are no negative aspects or specific concerns reported in these summaries. It is also notable that the summaries do not provide detailed information about certain areas such as medical/clinical services, staffing ratios, cost/pricing, or a structured activity/program schedule; those areas simply do not appear in the sampled comments. Because the reviews are uniformly positive, potential reviewers may want to seek additional information or clarification on those operational details when making decisions.

    Bottom line: Based on these review summaries, Britannia House presents as a well-run, clean, and welcoming senior living option with highly regarded staff, pleasant amenities, and a food program that residents appreciate. The strong, repeated recommendations from families and the positive comments about both staff and management suggest a facility that reliably meets the daily care and comfort expectations of its residents.

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    Location

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    Britannia House is located at 1608 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Redwood City, CA, 94061.

    About Britannia House

    Britannia House is a residential care home nestled in one of Redwood Cityโ€™s attractive, tree-lined neighborhoods on the San Francisco Bay Area Peninsula. The environment offers warm, breezy summers and mildly chilly winters, creating a comfortable climate ideal for those who prefer cooler weather. This care home caters to seniors seeking either assisted living or memory care, providing attentive support that balances respect for independence with the assurance of safety and well-being. With an intimate setting designed for just six residents at a time, Britannia House fosters a family-like atmosphere where every individual receives personalized attention.

    Residents at Britannia House enjoy a high standard of daily living, including nutritious meal preparation led by dedicated chefs and meal planners who ensure each dish has a pleasing balance of vitamins and minerals. Meals here are more than sustenanceโ€”they are experiences crafted to delight residents and promote wellness. Day-to-day life is enhanced with a variety of group activities, such as social gatherings, games, and devotional events, encouraging meaningful engagement on a social, physical, emotional, and mental level. The welcoming common areas, both indoors and outdoors, provide relaxing spaces for residents to unwind or socialize as they wish.

    Comfort extends to the private and semi-private accommodations, each with easy access to bathrooms and the homeโ€™s shared areas. The thoughtfully designed rooms offer a cozy ambiance suited to relaxation and personal comfort. In addition to the caring, friendly staff present on site, residents benefit from regular visits by healthcare professionals, including nurses, podiatrists, and physical therapists, bringing expert services directly into the home for residentsโ€™ convenience and peace of mind.

    Britannia House distinguishes itself by creating a warm, supportive community where seniors can thrive in an environment carefully curated to meet their needs. The combination of engaging daily activities, wellness-focused dining, and professional in-home healthcare services ensures residents receive comprehensive care in a nurturing, homelike environment. With its emphasis on quality of life, personal attention, and a strong sense of belonging, Britannia House stands as a desirable choice for seniors seeking both assisted living and memory care in Redwood City.

    People often ask...

    Britannia House offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $5,212 per month.

    Britannia House offers assisted living and board and care.

    There are 1 photos of Britannia House on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 1608 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Redwood City, CA 94061.

    No, Britannia House does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In California, the Department of Social Services' Community Care Licensing Division licenses residential care facilities for the elderly, conducting inspections and investigating complaints.

    License number410508648
    StatusLicensed
    Facility typeResidential Care Elderly
    Capacity6 residents
    LicenseeWILLIAMS, DELPHINE
    EffectiveNovember 21st, 1989
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    Inspection Reports

    5

    Reports

    0

    Citations

    0

    Complaints

    4

    Years

    04 Nov 2025Inspection
    Observed all safety, health, and care standards met; no deficiencies were cited.
    30 Oct 2025Inspection
    Found no deficiencies; all resident and staff records reviewed were complete.
    12 Dec 2024Inspection
    Observed no deficiencies cited; medications were properly labeled with dosage and times of day and centralized records matched.
    27 Nov 2024Inspection
    Found no deficiencies cited and all safety measures appeared in place. Resident and staff records were complete.
    22 Nov 2022Inspection
    Observed COVID infection control practices were in place and up to date; no citations were issued.

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