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Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay

3100 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23451 ·

  • Assisted Living · Memory Care · Independent Living · Nursing Home · CCRC
6.4Community score(0 reviews)Write a review

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About Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay

Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay is an Assisted Living community in the Virginia Beach area that also offers Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Home, and Continuing Care Retirement Community care.

When you’re a resident here at our Virginia Beach community, you have a vantage point other retirement communities simply do not have: the Chesapeake Bay. The sun and the breeze. The sand and the sky. Just steps away! And a menu of activities and dining options that surge ahead of all others.A non-profit Life Care community for active retirees age 62 and over, we are faith-based and assisted by The Westminster-Canterbury Foundation. Our mission is to provide residents with the stress-free, financially secure, dynamic lifestyle they’ve worked hard to achieve. While some restrictions apply, residency is available to qualified individuals regardless of financial status.Whether you’re fully retired or still working, we have all the right ingredients for this special time of life. Our purpose is clear, our experience indispensable, and our leadership team unparalleled.

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6.4

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6.4

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Based on CareScout’s proprietary scoring.

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Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay receives mixed reviews. Some residents and visitors praise the community for its beachfront location, friendly staff, and variety of amenities, including swimming pools, exercise facilities, and a range of activities like concerts and lectures. The food is generally well-received, though some note inconsistencies in quality. The community is described as clean and well-maintained, with beautiful views and a resort-like atmosphere. However, there are significant criticisms as well. Some reviewers report poor treatment, especially regarding seating arrangements at events and lack of communication about canceled activities. Concerns about high costs, misleading information, and inadequate services, such as cleaning and clinic responses, are mentioned. The construction noise and views are also points of contention. Additionally, there are complaints about the nursing home section, citing staff shortages, high turnover, and cold food. Some visitors note a lack of diversity among residents. Overall, while many find Westminster-Canterbury a desirable place to live, others express disappointment with certain aspects of the community, particularly given its high price point.

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Care offered at Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay

  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care
  • Independent Living
  • Nursing Home
  • Continuing Care Retirement Community

Care services

  • Medication management
  • 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers

Care services at Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay

  • Medication management
  • 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers
  • Caregivers languages spokenEnglish
  • Non-ambulatory care
  • 24-hour call system

Amenities Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay

  • Climate control
  • Cable TV
  • Furnished
  • Wi-Fi and internet access
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Telephone in room
  • Arts room
  • Outdoor common space
  • Spa / sauna / wellness room

Amenities Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay

  • Climate control
  • Cable TV
  • Furnished
  • Wi-Fi and internet access
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Telephone in room
  • Arts room
  • Outdoor common space
  • Spa / sauna / wellness room
  • Emergency alert system
  • Scheduled daily activities
  • Outdoor programs
  • Resident run activities
  • Garden
  • Movie nights
  • Movie room
  • Fitness room
  • Music program
  • Walking paths
  • Game room
  • Transportation and parking
  • Business room
  • Activity room
  • Library
  • Housekeeping
  • Concierge
  • Laundry
  • Move in coordination
  • Family support services
  • All day dining
  • Dining room
  • Restaurant style dining
  • Professional chef
  • Diabetes diet
  • Gluten free
  • Allergy sensitive

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