Circling Back with Sandy

Circling Back with Sandy

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

Class Is in Session

Class Is in Session

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

Our Gratitude to Veterans – Veterans Day 2022

Our Gratitude to Veterans – Veterans Day 2022

Our sincere appreciation extends to all Veterans – particularly those who live and work at Westminster Canterbury Richmond. The freedom we each enjoy and rely upon is in great measure a gift from you. Read More

Ramp Blitz 4: Doing the Impossible

Ramp Blitz 4: Doing the Impossible

Imagine what can happen when more than 200 employees, residents and Trustees join together to serve seniors beyond our walls. IMPRESSIVE RESULTS! Last week on our campus, Westminster Canterbury Foundation held RAMP BLITZ 4 with community partner, project:HOMES. The goal was to build enough components for 40 ramps, which… Read More

Partnering with Local Students for a Brighter Future

Partnering with Local Students for a Brighter Future

Today we hear from intern Cindy Gonzalez, who graduated high school this summer and is headed to college in the fall. She shared about her experiences through the Partnership for the Future program, which Westminster Canterbury Richmond has been supporting for many years. I’ve been a Partnership for… Read More

“There’s evidence of generosity all around us”

Dr. Bill Blake, a former VCU professor and minister, was first introduced to Westminster Canterbury while visiting the members of his small church who lived here. “This was always a place that I was happy to go to. It seemed to have the kind of spirit that drew you… Read More

“Work hard. Enjoy life. Share my blessings.”

“Work hard. Enjoy life. Share my blessings.”

The joy of giving greatly enhances the joy of living. Residents Mary and Jerry Owen were inspired to give back, creating an endowment to support our staff through Westminster Canterbury Foundation’s W·E·A·V·E (Workforce-Education-Assistance-Volunteerism-Engagement) Program. Jerry’s creed for life is: “Work Hard. Enjoy Life. Share my blessings.” W·E·A·V·E is just one… Read More

Support Your Passions Well into the Future

Support Your Passions Well into the Future

Everyone has something they are passionate about. Perhaps it is a place that holds an important spot in your heart, a cause that’s near and dear to you or a charitable organization that you frequently volunteer for. Did you know that you can ensure your support of your passions continues… Read More

Celebrating Two Amazing Women

Celebrating Two Amazing Women

Each year, Westminster Canterbury Richmond celebrates the birthday anniversary of Lettie Pate Whitehead Evans, in honor of our greatest benefactor. Mrs. Evans’ foundations have given more than $11 million throughout our 45-year history to support Westminster Canterbury Foundation’s Fellowship Program, which provides housing, meals, medical care and all the vital… Read More

Celebrating Our Veterans and Their Stories

Celebrating Our Veterans and Their Stories

Veterans Day is a day to celebrate and pay respect to all who have served our country in the military, including many of Westminster Canterbury Richmond’s residents who helped secure our rights to freedom. Today we share our annual David F. Peters Lecture, featuring author Heath Hardage Lee, and… Read More