Shenandoah Valley Westminster-Canterbury Life Plan Community sits on 87 wooded acres and has nearly 450 residents, and folks find plenty to do there, whether it's attending art exhibits, lectures, concerts, or gathering at the Memory Café for support and friendship among those living with dementia and their caregivers, and there's always something different happening thanks to a busy community activities staff who fill days with things like game nights, book clubs, crafting, story time, and fitness programs like yoga classes, so everyone can stay engaged however they like. The place has many types of homes, from apartments and hybrid Villas with open floor plans, garages, and bonus rooms, all the way up to cottages, studio apartments, and houses that go from 485 to over 2,500 square feet, with anywhere from one to four bedrooms, which means people can choose just about any size or style of place they want, and the new Villas offer one- or two-bedroom layouts with lots of sunlight and touches like 9-foot ceilings and designer finishes. Residents can expect a maintenance-free lifestyle, as staff handle chores, and amenities include a fitness center, indoor pool, art studio, library, convenience store, beauty salon, community dining, outdoor patios, gardens, walking paths, a recreation room, putting green, WiFi, guest accommodations, and space for pets with no restrictions. The community supports lifelong learning and engagement, from resident committees to live music, and there are special programs for people who like to teach or run activities themselves.
Health services are a big part of life here, with a focus on holistic wellness and a full continuum of care available if people need it, including independent living, assisted living, specialized memory care, and a CMS three-star rated healthcare center on campus certified for Medicare and Medicaid, which means the place can meet changing needs without having to move somewhere else. Licensed nursing beds and memory care units are available, and people can hire their own caregivers if preferred, even in independent living, as long as the caregiver is approved. Assisted living residences offer apartments with one bedroom and one bathroom, and there are 51-60 licensed assisted living/personal care residences, plus 11-20 licensed memory care beds in separate units, and 51-60 private nursing care beds. Residents entering assisted living don't have to live in the community first, which helps if care is needed quickly. Health care services include on-campus clinics with a full-time physician, nurse practitioner, dentist, audiologist, nursing care, physical and occupational therapy, and support for daily activities like dressing, grooming, showering, and toileting, and families get regular communication about care, too.
The place is not-for-profit and faith-based, and it's been around since 1987, aiming to give older adults a vibrant, connected lifestyle while supporting independence and dignity. There are several contract options, including Lifecare (Type A) and Modified (Type B), and entry fees vary a lot depending on the home, with single occupancy entry fees running from about $110,000 to over $880,000 and monthly fees mostly between $2,396 and $4,647 for singles, more for couples, and the Villas have exclusive price ranges as well; contracts have refund options like declining balance, 50% refund, or 100% refund. People can pay with credit cards, checks, and other means. The place also offers VA Benefits Assistance, financial planning help, and cost assistance programs, which some families find useful. Transportation to outings and medical appointments is included, on-site religious services are held, and meals are provided in a community dining room for those who want that convenience. Shenandoah Valley Westminster-Canterbury continues to build on its goal of helping seniors use their gifts, grow, and stay active in body, mind, and spirit across many years, with both comfort and a sense of community at the heart of daily life.