THE COMFORT LIFE REPORT:The Briton House
Lifestyle options:
Independent Living, Assisted Living, Dementia & Memory Care
Respite care available, Private home-care allowed, Palliative care available
Cost (from):
$3,195
Suites:
224 suites (Studio, 1-bed, 2-bed)
Capacity:
400 residents
Our Perspective
How we see The Briton House
The Briton House generates exceptional loyalty among seniors and family members they serve. We see few communities with residents who have stayed in one place for longer than ten years but there are a number of such long-term residents here. We believe that stems from the unique vision at work here, starting from a foundation of looking at senior care and lifestyle holistically.
A number of things make the Briton House completely unique, beginning with the fact that it’s family-owned and operated. This lends Briton House intimacy and also a consistency of service not found in every retirement home. It’s also remarkable for such an established community to have this many progressive -- and also one-of-a-kind -- features. Standout among these are the year-round indoor garden, a glass-domed salt-water swimming pool, and a recital hall that’s acclaimed for its acoustics.
The loyalty of residents also creates stability among the senior population here. In turn, this creates lasting friendships, but it’s also a gregarious group, eager to share with newcomers. This community is comfortable for any Toronto senior to move to, aided by the Mount Pleasant neighbourhood and its many established shops. The services and staff should make this very inviting. Take a close look and you’ll find your own reasons why its people are so loyal.
Community’s Perspective
How The Briton House sees itself
Who are you as a community?
Family owned and operated, the Briton House has been dedicated to the highest standards of service for over 45 years. Here, residents find community, physical and intellectual nourishment, and comfort in knowing we provide an array of services including healthcare, prepared meals and housekeeping. Residents can choose care packages that meet their specific needs. Our property features a 15,000 sq. ft. indoor garden, outdoor courtyard, a concert hall, indoor swimming pool, gym, and dining lounge.
- Opened in: 1976
- Ownership: Private.
- Languages Spoken: English
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Insider Perspectives
Interview videos
What people with insider's knowledge of The Briton House shared with Comfort Life.
Jack Litchfield praises The Briton’s House amenities—inside and nearby. The move-in was an easy process thanks in great part to the help he received from staff.
Margaret Rousseau shares how her mother Nora’s care during the COVID pandemic speaks to the joy that Nora has in her life at The Briton House.
Watch our interview with Mark Wells to learn about the unique experience offered by The Briton House.
Reviews of The Briton House
What residents and their loved ones say about The Briton House in reviews.
Name withheld for privacy's sake, resident
"I have been staying at the Briton House for about 3 years now... The leadership team handled COVID extremely well and we had no cases for a very long time. I was so happy that all of the residents and the staff were able to get our shots early on. I have a very nice table mate, we have amazing conversations and the community here is very friendly. We have a talented chef, and I like that if you don’t want what is on the menu that day, there is always an alternative that you can choose fr..."Christine Cho, family member
"During COVID, I felt such incredible relief knowing the quality of care and compassion my father was receiving at The Briton House. As a resident on a care floor, he was always treated with dignity and warmth and I cannot express my gratitude for the wonderful PSWs and nurses who tended to him everyday."Karin Lunan, family member
"My Dad has been living at Briton House since October of 2019. Prior to the pandemic, Dad loved the daily exercise classes, music concerts and socialising over meals in the dining room. Briton House acted quickly and proactively getting PPE early on, to protect staff and residents. Their frequent and regular updates for family of residents, have been helpful, comforting and appreciated. Briton House is one of the first, if not the first, long term care facility to have all staff and residents vac..."Lifestyle
Lifestyle options
Independent Living (definition)
Cost from $3,195
Independent Living is for residents who are living independently, and the following is included in the monthly accommodation fee: Three delicious meals daily in their designated Dining Room All in-house activities Weekly housekeeping including linens service Registered Nursing staff is on site 24/7 Ongoing nursing assessment and consultation An in-house physician is available or residents may retain their own Scheduling and reminders for medical appointments Emergency Call System and 24-hour response; safety checks at mealtimes Encouragement and direction to participate in social events Automatic enrolment on The Briton House Assisted Living waitlist
Includes
- Designated dining area
- Meals (3x/day)
- Daily tidy (Extra fee)
- Housekeeping (1x/week)
- Medication administration (Extra fee)
Assistance with
- Bathing (Extra fee)
Assisted Living (definition)
Cost from $6,545
Assisted Living is reserved for residents who require more care and attention. Each suite is a private studio-size room with a Juliet balcony and a private washroom that is equipped with safety bars. Draperies are included, and rooms will accommodate a bed, dresser, night table and a loveseat. A hospital bed, linens/bedding and towels are provided. Windows are completely secured and each suite has individually controlled heating and air conditioning. There is a lounge and dining room on each care floor reserved specifically for care floor residents. In addition to three nutritious meals daily, snacks are available. A therapeutic bath area is located on the 8th floor. All residents may enjoy our beautiful indoor atrium and garden, recital hall, outdoor garden terrace, and indoor swimming pool when accompanied by family, friends or staff. The following services are included on the care floors: Three delicious meals daily in the designated Dining Room Afternoon and Bedtime snacks Registered Nursing staff is on site 24/7 Rounds every two hours; repositioning of residents as needed during the night Medication supervision and administration Individualized assistance with: dressing/undressing grooming/personal hygiene toileting/incontinence management bathing (2/wk) transfers monthly weight checks Daily group laundry and bed making Daily housekeeping – Monday through Friday General supervision and support, including at meal times Emergency Call System and 24-hour response Handrails in all hallways Ongoing nursing assessment and consultation Scheduling and reminders for medical appointments An in-house physician is available or residents may retain their own Encouragement and direction to participate in social events Mail is delivered to the nursing station on each floor Additional services are available on a fee-for-service basis such as: hairdressing; guest meals in the main dining room; dry cleaning services; toiletries (ordered and delivered); and escorts to the main dining room, entertainment, appointments and hearing aid clinics
Includes
- Designated dining area
- Cancer care
- Diabetes
- Dialysis
- Huntington's Disease
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Stroke care
- Meals (3x/day)
- Daily tidy
- Housekeeping (5x/week)
- Incontinence care
- Medication administration
- Resident Reminders
Assistance with
- Bathing (2x/week)
- Dressing
- Feeding
- Transfers
Dementia & Memory Care (definition)
Cost from $6,545
Assisted Living Memory Care is reserved for memory-impaired residents. It is a secure unit with an open door concept. Each suite is a private studio-size room with a Juliet balcony and a private washroom with a bathtub equipped with safety bars. Draperies are included, and rooms will accommodate a bed, dresser, night table and a loveseat. A bed, linens/bedding and towels are provided. Windows are completely secured and each suite has individually controlled heating and air conditioning. There is a dining room and lounge specifically outfitted for the needs of the residents. In addition to three nutritious meals daily, snacks are available. When accompanied by family, friends or staff, all residents may enjoy the amenities of the Briton House. All memory-impaired residents are members of the Britonian Club. The Britonian Club is a life-skills structured activities program that runs daily. Residents actively participate in a variety of activities, with the intention of promoting increased self-confidence and self-awareness through improved social and cognitive skills. Activities include a variety of intellectually and physically appropriate challenges such as: baking; gardening; active and cognitive games; theatre arts; musical entertainment; and intergenerational programs. Our staff is trained to meet the unique social and therapeutic needs of our memory-impaired residents. The following services are included on memory-impaired floor: Three delicious meals daily in the designated Dining Room Afternoon and Bedtime snacks Britonian Club membership Registered Nursing staff is on-site 24 hours Rounds every two hours; repositioning of residents as needed during the night Medication supervision and administration Individualized assistance with: dressing/undressing grooming/personal hygiene toileting/incontinence management bathing (2/wk) transfers monthly weight checks Daily group laundry and bed making Daily housekeeping – Monday through Friday General supervision and support, including at meal times Emergency Call System and 24-hour response Handrails in all hallways Ongoing nursing assessment and consultation Scheduling and reminders for medical appointments An in-house physician is available or residents may retain their own Encouragement and direction to participate in social events Mail is delivered to the nursing station Additional services are available on a fee-for-service basis such as: hairdressing; guest meals in the main dining room; dry cleaning services; toiletries (ordered and delivered); and escorts to the main dining room, entertainment, appointments and hearing aid clinics.
Includes
- Designated dining area
- Designated floor
- Meals (3x/day)
- Daily tidy
- Housekeeping (5x/week)
- Incontinence care
- Medication administration
- Resident Reminders
Assistance with
- Bathing (2x/week)
- Dressing
- Feeding
- Transfers
Suites
- Type: Studio
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $3,195 - $4,195
- Size: 240sq/ft
- Companion fee: +$800
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (additional fee)
- Call Bell System
- Kitchenette
- Mini-fridge
- Patio/Balcony
- Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
- Personal phone number in room (included)
- Safe
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- Type: 1-bed
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $4,595 - $8,095
- Size: 390sq/ft
- Companion fee: +$800
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (additional fee)
- Call Bell System
- Kitchenette
- Mini-fridge
- Patio/Balcony
- Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
- Personal phone number in room (included)
- Safe
- Contact:
- Type: 2-bed
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $745,050
- Size: 550sq/ft
- Companion fee: N/A
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (additional fee)
- Call Bell System
- Fireplace
- Full size fridge
- Kitchen
- Patio/Balcony
- Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
- Personal phone number in room (included)
- Safe
- Contact:
- Type: Studio
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $6,545
- Size: 210sq/ft
- Companion fee: N/A
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (additional fee)
- Call Bell System
- Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
- Personal phone number in room (included)
- Safe
- Contact:
- Type: Studio
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $6,545
- Size: 210sq/ft
- Companion fee: N/A
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (additional fee)
- Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
- Personal phone number in room (included)
- Safe
- Contact:
- Type: Studio
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $6,945
- Size: 210sq/ft
- Companion fee: N/A
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (additional fee)
- Call Bell System
- Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
- Personal phone number in room (included)
- Safe
- Contact:
Amenities & Services
Residence Amenities & Services
24-hr concierge
Computers
Fitness Studio
Hairdresser
Library
Out patient programs
Parking (indoor)
Patio/Courtyard/BBQ
Pet friendly
Pool - indoor
Wellness Center
Wheelchair (electric)
Programs & Activities
Arts and Crafts
Assisted Walks/Trails
Billiards/Pool Tables
Card Games
Day Trips
Entertainment
Excursions
Exercise Program
Gardening
Religious & Holiday Services
Shuffleboard
Theatre
Staff & Care
Staff
| Medical and other support staff | |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | |
| Registered Practical Nurses | |
| Personal Support Workers | |
| Doctor | visiting 3x/week |
| Foot care specialist | visiting 1x/week |
| Physiotherapist | visiting 4x/week |
| Chiropodist | on call |
Care services
Care options available:
- Respite care available (cost from $90)
- Private home-care allowed
- Palliative care available
COVID-19 Information
What does it mean to care? Over 40 years ago, Russel B. Wells founded the Briton House Retirement Centre. He had a vision to create a place where residents would find exceptional service, community, physical, intellectual, and spiritual nourishment, and most importantly, care. This notion of care has become a cornerstone of our mission and evermore important today.
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Briton House has adapted its policies and procedures to protect its residents. In this process, we have experienced the beauty in our community coming together to care for our most vulnerable population. But Care takes a team. It takes our reception staff, screening every person who enters the building. It takes our healthcare staff, made up of doctors, nurses, and personal support workers, who work to ensure the health and safety of our residents. It takes our servers, who have ramped up logistics to provide room service to our entire building. It takes our maintenance, custodian, and housekeeping team who have adapted their procedures to disinfect and sanitize our spaces at an unprecedented level. It takes our social programmers, who have pivoted programming to continue to engage our residents in meaningful ways, while maintaining their safety.
Care comes in many forms and requires many people. Our staff and community have worked tirelessly to ensure our residents are protected, healthy, and happy. They are heroes who exemplify the beauty of care and compassion. We have also received overwhelming support and encouragement from our neighbours and resident family members. We want to thank our community for its support and bravery. We look forward to brighter days ahead and welcoming you to experience what it truly means to care.
From our family to yours, thank you.
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Neighbourhood
The Briton House is located at 720 Mt. Pleasant Road, Toronto, Ontario, M4S 2N7.
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