Westminster-Canterbury of the Blue Ridge sits on 56 acres with views of Monticello and the Blue Ridge Mountains, and you'll find cottages and apartments here, both with entrance and monthly fees. The community is nationally accredited by the Continuing Care Accreditation Commission and offers a full Life Care Community model, which means independent seniors get access to a wide range of services and care that can change with their needs, along with a plan allowing them to move from independent living to assisted living without higher monthly charges. There's a full continuum of care, including Independent Living, Assisted Living under the name Catered Living, Intermediate and Skilled Nursing, and memory care with the award-winning Vista program for Alzheimer's disease. Residents get specialized memory support that focuses on mind, body, and spirit. The health center includes clinic rooms, patient consultation areas, and offices for physicians and podiatrists, with skilled nursing and custom care services on campus.
There's a modern fitness and aquatics center, managed by a full-time fitness and aquatics director, including a spa and wellness center, plus multipurpose rooms and lounges for gatherings, and dining rooms for community meals with five-star options. Catered Living suites have kitchenettes and private baths, and the Catered Living wing offers personalized levels of help depending on what someone needs. You'll also find banking, a beauty salon, and a spectacular nature preserve for hiking and outdoor activities. The Compass Club program lets people try services and amenities before making any decisions about moving in. The resident community runs lecture series and learning events, sometimes led by residents themselves.
On top of that, the facility provides sponsored resources for members, with information about aging, health, disaster recovery, senior living options, dementia-friendly services, the POAMN Older Adult Ministry Guide, and an Affordable Housing Toolkit. Upcoming events include a Fundraiser's Forum and a Spring Ecumenical Conference. There's also a group purchasing program and a member directory. Westminster-Canterbury of the Blue Ridge offers a straightforward, supportive environment and a wide range of living and care options for seniors.
