Westminster Canterbury Richmond is one of Virginia’s most esteemed retirement communities, thanks to our unwavering dedication to excellence and longstanding tradition of care. We take immense pride in building on a legacy that has resonated with generations of residents—leaving a lasting mark on our community. That’s why residents like DeWitt… Read More
Drywall is going up in Buildings #3 and #4 of the Village Apartments. In this month’s construction update, you will get to go inside an apartment with walls in place and get a first look at the skylight from inside the Clubhouse. Westminster Canterbury Richmond’s President and CEO John Burns… Read More
Many local seniors are struggling to find and maintain a safe, affordable and accessible place to call home. But you believe, like we do, that all seniors deserve to live with grace in a safe, healthy environment. Donors to Westminster Canterbury Foundation’s Fellowship Program help seniors in need age with strength, dignity… Read More
Whether you’re a weekend hobbyist or a skilled woodworker, there’s something special about creating something with your own two hands. And for Westminster Canterbury Richmond resident Neill Nelson, that sentiment has run true for more than 50 years. Drawn to woodworking around the age of 30, Neill says he didn’t… Read More
The intergenerational relationship between a grandparent or special friend and a child is so very important. “It takes a village to raise a child” as the saying goes, and older adults often play a big part in that. Whether sharing stories, teaching new skills, playing games, breaking a parent’s rules… Read More
At Westminster Canterbury Richmond, Recreational Therapy in the Mary Morton Parsons Health Center is intentional, outcome-based and individualized. Every activity is chosen by our staff to meet a variety of dimensions that enhance whole-person wellness. These dimensions include cognitive, physical, creative, productive, social, sensory, reflection, natural world interaction, cultural and… Read More
Catch up with one of our Vibrancy! members as our expansion project comes together. Vibrancy! Club member and retired teacher Sandy Dallas is watching with anticipation as Westminster Canterbury Richmond prepares to welcome new residents next summer. With our expansion well underway, new buildings are taking shape around… Read More
Westminster Canterbury Richmond celebrated our 48th anniversary this week with nautical-inspired fun for our residents and employees! Our Recreation Team planned a festive “Float Your Boat Party” for July 27, featuring ice cream floats and a sing-along of sea shanties. Who doesn’t enjoy a delicious ice cream float? Residents were… Read More
School might be over, but at Westminster Canterbury, learning is an all-year activity. Summer school’s in full swing at Westminster Canterbury Richmond! Every summer, we take residents (and soon-to-be-residents) back to school with classes taught by Richmond area teachers, residents and local artisans. The School for All Seasons has… Read More
How our community supports diversity and equality at home and throughout Richmond Seeking ChangeIn 2020, residents at Westminster Canterbury Richmond started having big conversations about race and racism in the greater Richmond area. Those discussions included examining how to make our own community more diverse and inclusive. As the… Read More