Westminster Gardens

Westminster Gardens is a nonprofit Life Plan Community offering independent living in single-level garden homes in Duarte, California, with a continuum of care available if needed. The community spans 32 acres and includes majestic trees, fruit groves, flowers, and a private park, creating what residents describe as a small-town neighborhood feel.

As a Life Plan Community, Westminster Gardens provides residents with independent living options while maintaining the infrastructure for assisted living and other care services should residents require them in the future. The community emphasizes a welcoming environment where residents form meaningful connections and contribute actively to campus life.

The community supports active lifestyles and pursuits, with residents engaged in art, music, yoga, service work, and volunteer activities. Amenities include dining facilities, spiritual connection programming, and resident-led committees focused on areas such as grounds and maintenance and community wellness. Residents describe opportunities for collaboration through shared projects and regular social gatherings.

Located in the San Gabriel Valley, Westminster Gardens provides convenient access to the broader region. The 32-acre campus features fruit trees including citrus, figs, apples, avocados, and olives that residents harvest seasonally, and these fruits are sometimes pressed into oil as a shared community effort.

The community has maintained its nonprofit status and has operated for over 75 years. Residents highlight the emphasis on independence, peace of mind regarding future care needs, and the formation of deep friendships and connections within the community.