Barbara Harvey
Apr 2026
Just went to visit a friend.<br>Its a very nice place.
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Westminster Canterbury is a senior living community in Lynchburg, Virginia offering Independent Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Gathering / Activity Spaces. Families rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 72 reviews.
Westminster-Canterbury of Lynchburg is a continuing care retirement community located in Lynchburg, Virginia, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The community offers independent living apartments and cottages alongside on-campus health services, including short-term rehabilitation and therapy available to both residents and the broader Lynchburg and Central Virginia area.
Health services on campus include the Drinkard Healthcare Center, which supports person-directed living philosophy with an innovative neighborhood design. The community provides care for residents whose health needs change, including specialized services for those with dementia. A Person-Directed philosophy ensures each resident's well-being and preferences guide their care.
Residents enjoy a variety of programs and amenities designed to support active engagement and wellness. These include fitness classes, life enrichment programs, live music, and social events such as Happy Hour. The community features the Nature Trail, a nearly one-third-mile walking path accessible to all abilities that winds along a stream with benches and a gazebo for rest and reflection.
The residential options include the newly designed Riverside apartments and two-bedroom cottages ranging from 1,390 to 1,700 square feet. Apartments and cottages are designed with contemporary aesthetics and functional features prioritizing comfort, security, and safety. Multiple floor plans accommodate different lifestyle preferences.
The Drinkard Healthcare Center's neighborhood design integrates living, dining, and activity spaces central to resident apartments while providing opportunities for outdoor activities. Residents pursue total wellness in a safe environment supported by dedicated nursing staff and healthcare coordinators.
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Help Me Choose4.7overall · 72 ratings combined
4.7★ on Google (72)
Barbara Harvey
Apr 2026
Just went to visit a friend.<br>Its a very nice place.
Parsnip Valentino
Dec 2025
Excellent living community covering all levels of housing, meals, medical care. Normal apartments for those with independence, assisted living for those that need it, and 'memory care' for those with dementia that need constant monitoring. Beautiful grounds and on-site maintenance available 24-7. All residents have access to immediate assistance if they should need it. 100% tobacco free campus
Cary Milliner
Dec 2025
My family could not have asked for a better place for my grandmother to call home. Across her more than 5 years at Westminster Canterbury, she received consistent excellent care from the entire staff, nurses, and doctors. They truly became like family to her and for that we are thankful.
Wanda Napier
Aug 2025
Had a client there,very clean
David Riddle
May 2025
Just wanted to thank the folks on the 6th floor of the Hearth building in temporary rehab for taking care of my ol man. Real nice people.
3 inspection visits in the last three years, 18 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 15, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 16, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 16, 2026
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 10, 2023
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 10, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 3, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 3, 2023
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 28, 2021
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 28, 2021
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 21, 2021
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 28, 2021
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 28, 2021
Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 21, 2021
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 28, 2021
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 21, 2021
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 28, 2021
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 28, 2021
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 28, 2021
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Westminster Canterbury offers Independent Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Westminster Canterbury is located at 501 Ves Rd in Lynchburg, Virginia.
No individual family reviews were provided for this community, though it holds a strong aggregate Google rating of 4.7 from 72 reviews. Beyond that rating, there is no detailed reviewer feedback available to describe specific experiences with care, staff, or daily life here.
Westminster Canterbury had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 18 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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