It’s been said that if you want to feel young, go visit the ruins of Greece! Perhaps an even better idea is to stretch your brain to consider the implications of Greek philosophy! In fact, intellectual pursuits that may have been common during our school years are possible again in… Read More
And it’s 44 IN THE FAST LANE! In honor of our 44th Anniversary, Westminster Canterbury Richmond residents and staff revved up their engines and put it in high gear! There were pinewood derby car races, gorgeous classic… Read More
What does being well mean to you? In addition to physical aspects like being active and maintaining a healthy diet, we hope your definition of wellness includes emotional wellness! Experts now agree that emotional wellness is a very important part of overall health, and it’s something we can… Read More
What a blessing it is to share a blessing with another person. This is a sure road to joy. Last week, Virginia Repertory Theatre performed The Wiz in Westminster Canterbury Richmond’s Sara Belle November Theater. What a show! What incredible talent! Happily, the joy of this performance was shared with… Read More
Our memory support therapies at Westminster Canterbury Richmond include music, art, horticulture and exercise. They involve more than residents. Family members, staff, and even our teen volunteers during summertime can participate and engage. One program in particular, Opening Minds through Art, or OMA, is proudly supported by Westminster Canterbury… Read More
And I’m proud to be an American Where at least I know I’m free And I won’t forget the men who died Who gave that right to me And I’d gladly stand up next to you And… Read More
When it comes to thinking about people as they age, is it possible you have some misperceptions? Do you think of aging in terms of frailty and decreased activity? Or do you picture active, vibrant people deepening their lives in ways that matter most to them?… Read More
Warmer weather is finally here! This is the time of year when many of us intend to spend more time outdoors…and for good reason! Being outdoors reduces stress levels and has an overall beneficial effect on both physical and mental health. And it’s a wonderful way to feel more… Read More
Many of us were blessed with incredibly supportive and loving fathers. We fondly remember early morning fishing trips, his tireless commitment to our little league baseball team, and his teaching us how to get back up after we’d fallen off our bike. Many fathers today have taken on… Read More
At the LeadingAge Virginia conference in Norfolk, Virginia, on June 5-7, it was announced that Westminster Canterbury Richmond earned the Workplace Excellence Award thanks to our commitment to staff and community. This award recognizes a LeadingAge Virginia member community that demonstrates investment in their staff and workplace environment… Read More