Doing the two-step might lead to better health. Are you a fan of “Dancing with the Stars?” Do you find yourself tapping your toes and swaying to the beat? Maybe you feel slightly envious of how much the contestants enjoy dancing and moving in sync with the rhythm. Join… Read More
We honor and celebrate. Originating as Decoration Day, Memorial Day became an official Federal holiday in 1966. The exact origins of this patriotic holiday are disputed, with at least five towns claiming to have given birth to it sometime near the end of the Civil War. The love and reverence… Read More
Our Intergenerational Program promotes love and friendship What can a toddler teach a senior? A lot. Westminster Canterbury Richmond’s Intergenerational Program brings the two age groups together and fuses two common needs: to share and to be loved. “Our commitment to improving the lives of those we serve includes providing… Read More
We celebrate our own. Residents need them. Families depend on them. And we are celebrating them this week. Westminster Canterbury Richmond, in recognition of National Nurses Week, annually presents awards to exceptional nursing employees who perform many functions 24 hours a day to ensure all residents receive the care and… Read More
A daily devotion sets the stage for kindness and hugs. When the Westminster Canterbury Richmond housekeeping staff makes its daily rounds, tidying up a resident’s apartment is not the only agenda. “Housekeepers and residents share a spiritual and emotional bond and that is key,” says Naomi Hines, manager housekeeping and… Read More
The Last Southern Gentlemen Tour. Toes were tapping and shoulders were moving to the beat Monday evening! When Delfeayo Marsalis, pictured left with resident Suzanne Pollard (a jazz singer herself!), took the stage in Westminster Canterbury Richmond’s Sara Belle November Theater for The Last Southern Gentlemen Tour. The audience’s energy… Read More
Our innovative Preceptor Program gives our nurses the skills to excel. Peace of mind. We often hear this phrase from family members who have loved ones as residents of Westminster Canterbury Richmond. This is especially important when residents need healthcare. Our nurses play a critical role in our healthcare excellence,… Read More
Our volunteers give generously of their talents. Walk through the halls of Westminster Canterbury Richmond and you might encounter a gaggle of dogs en route to offer their special brand of love to Healthcare or Memory Support residents. Our pet therapy volunteers and their canine friends, that are specially trained… Read More
Horticultural therapy is a tool for growth and healing. Playing in the dirt has a special significance for Westminster Canterbury Richmond’s residents with memory-support needs. The textures, smells and sights of gardening often help spark memories and connections. “Gardening therapy can be a valuable and effective tool for healing and… Read More
Our daffodil show is an inspiration. Spring flowers can be unpredictable in Virginia, but last week at Westminster Canterbury Richmond everything was coming up daffodils! The annual Daffodil Show and competition, in its fourth year, had over 79 entries exclusively grown in our gardens. The 2016 winner, Linda Cross, received… Read More