Having it all has never been easier As we get older, the responsibilities of life can make it difficult to prioritize wellness, specifically exercise. Studies show that just 11 minutes of exercise per day can significantly lower disease risk, but imagine how much better you’ll feel if you… Read More
Westminster Canterbury Richmond’s President and CEO John Burns, walks us through the Vibrancy! construction spaces that are quickly taking shape. First we go below-grade to walk the space that will become the Vitality Apartments parking garage, then atop the second floor of Village Apartments building #3 and lastly a glimpse… Read More
When making the decision to move to senior living, we are faced with more choices than ever before. But our motivators remain the same. Simply stated, we want to live as independently as possible for as long as possible and live within the financial boundaries we set when we planned… Read More
Many of us are feeling antsy from remaining socially distant inside our homes. While we are able to get outside for a walk and to enjoy some sunshine, many fitness centers and group exercise classes have temporarily ceased normal operation. Two of Westminster Canterbury Richmond’s fitness specialists, Patti Pickering and… Read More
Now, perhaps more than ever, the health and wellbeing of seniors-in-need could be in jeopardy. Through Westminster Canterbury Foundation’s Fellowship Program, more than 100 seniors-in-need know their futures are secure…but it was not always this way for them. Consider this letter we recently received from the daughter of a newer… Read More
Westminster Canterbury Richmond wants to assure you that we are well prepared to respond to Coronavirus. A Coronavirus Task Force comprised of staff from various departments began meeting last week to review existing policies and procedures related to infectious diseases and to plan for other concerns. Our existing… Read More
Westminster Canterbury Richmond is growing from our roots in faith. We are grateful for a long legacy of generosity that has helped us get to where we are today. That generosity began as long ago as 1971, when Mary Morton Parsons herself was a huge part of the… Read More
Every year since 1996, Westminster Canterbury Richmond residents and staff write Lenten devotionals published in our annual Lenten Journey. These beautiful booklets are printed and distributed to churches throughout the Richmond region. The devotional is also available on our website. The project’s purpose is beautifully… Read More
When you hear these words, what do you think of? Strength. Assertiveness. Empathy. Passion. Imperfection. Power. Faith. Adaptability. Courage. Perseverance. These are frequently mentioned characteristics to describe strong, successful and admired women. We love that “imperfection” is a valued trait – because authenticity is important… Read More
We are fortunate to live in a time when views on what aging and elderhood “should be” are changing for the better. Once thought of as a “last chapter” of life, a time to slow down and disengage, more and more people are embracing elderhood and aging as… Read More