Celebrating Black History

Celebrating Black History

Love Wins! The bright red pin sporting the phrase is pinned to resident Bob Hetherington’s lapel as he recalls what it was like to be among those who marched with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Montgomery, Alabama. The Selma to Montgomery March was then – seminary student Bob… Read More

Supporting Diversity and Equality

Supporting Diversity and Equality

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

Congratulations to John H. Thomas, 2023 Lettie Pate Whitehead Evans Award Recipient!

Congratulations to John H. Thomas, 2023 Lettie Pate Whitehead Evans Award Recipient!

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 $14 million throughout our 48-year history to support Westminster Canterbury Foundation’s Fellowship Program, which provides housing, meals, medical care… Read More

Dreaming Home – Building a Vibrant Community

Dreaming Home – Building a Vibrant Community

What does community look like? Real communities are richly blessed with people of many backgrounds, faiths, skills, careers and interests. At Westminster Canterbury Richmond, we want our community to be welcoming to many people! Our Foundation started an important three-year project with LeadingAge Virginia and four other Richmond, Virginia senior… Read More

A Recipient Shares What Fellowship Means to Her

A Recipient Shares What Fellowship Means to Her

Many local seniors are struggling to find and maintain an affordable, safe and accessible place to call home. At Westminster Canterbury Richmond, we make a difference for low-income seniors thanks to generous donors to Westminster Canterbury Foundation’s Fellowship Program. Learn how your inspiring generosity changes the lives of nearly 100 seniors each… Read More

Let’s Create Joy!

Let’s Create Joy!

You create joy when you give to Westminster Canterbury Foundation…the joy of knowing your generosity is making a tremendous difference! Your gifts to the Fellowship Program, W.E.A.V.E. (Workforce-Education-Assistance-Volunteerism-Engagement), Performing Arts, Healthcare Excellence, Area of Greatest Need and more change the lives of our residents and staff. What better gift to… Read More

Generous. Kind. Caring. These words describe YOU!

Generous. Kind. Caring. These words describe YOU!

YOUR generosity makes a difference in the lives of so many at Westminster Canterbury Richmond. Because of YOU, thirteen seniors-in-need joined us as residents last year. Unlike many other communities, donors like you ensure residents who outlive their resources will never be asked to leave their home here. Each… Read More

Vibrancy! Construction Video Update

Vibrancy! Construction Video Update

IN THIS MONTH’S VIDEO, enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at all the construction happenings on our campus with John Burns, President and CEO; Tom Henning, Director Construction Management; Glen Kemp, Security Manager; and Scott Jonte, Director Dining and Catering. Over the next few years, Westminster… Read More

Leadership in Senior Services

Leadership in Senior Services

One of Westminster Canterbury Richmond’s values is leadership – maintaining a position of excellence in the senior services industry. Much of that focus is on ensuring we have the right employees in the right roles and offering them excellent training. We also serve as leaders outside of our walls, sharing… Read More

Press Release: Westminster Canterbury Richmond COVID-19 Response-March 17, 2020

Press Release: Westminster Canterbury Richmond COVID-19 Response-March 17, 2020

  A resident of Westminster Canterbury Richmond, a continuing care retirement/life plan community, has been diagnosed with COVID-19. The resident is in the hospital after returning from travel to Florida. Westminster Canterbury is working closely with public health officials, who are on campus partnering with Westminster Canterbury healthcare staff. Virginia… Read More