Westminster Canterbury of Lynchburg

Assisted Living in Virginia

Westminster Canterbury of Lynchburg

Assisted Living in Virginia

Overview of Westminster Canterbury of Lynchburg

Westminster Canterbury of Lynchburg is a not-for-profit Life Plan Community located in Lynchburg, Virginia. It offers a continuum of care for seniors, focusing on a high quality of life and a full spectrum of services. The community is designed to enrich, empower, and engage the lives of residents, their families, and team members.
(434) 386-3500

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 78
Bed community size
78-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
69%
In line with Virginia average
Occupied beds
54 / 78
Average residents 98 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationJanuary 28, 2026
AccreditationsCARF
AwardsGold For Best Retirement Community
Inspection Rating5-star rating

Ownership & Operating Entity

Westminster Canterbury of Lynchburg is administrated by Lori Sweeney.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Amenities & Lifestyle

0 amenities
Specific ProgramsCommunity Life, Residences, Health Services, News & Events, Careers, Giving

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Inspection History

In Virginia, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Health (for nursing homes) perform the inspections required to maintain state and federal licensing.

5 inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

5 inspections with violations (100%)

Virginia average: 14 inspections

Virginia average: 64.3% of inspections with violations

Latest inspection

Date April 28, 2025
Monitoring

12 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Virginia average: 32 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Westminster Canterbury of Lynchburg

The most recent inspection on April 28, 2025, found deficiencies related to incomplete private pay uniform assessment instruments and medication administration orders. Earlier inspections also identified issues with uniform assessment instruments, medication aide practices, physical plant documentation, and care plan adherence. Inspectors cited recurring themes involving documentation accuracy, medication administration, and safety measures such as securing cleaning supplies and window protections. Complaint investigations were not listed in the available reports. The pattern of findings suggests ongoing challenges with documentation and medication management, with no clear improvement or worsening trend over time.

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AL

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Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus (CCC Plus)

VA Medicaid CCC Plus

Age 65+ or disabled
General Virginia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
VA

Managed care model; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Virginia Respite Care Grant Program

VA Respite Grant

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Virginia resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
VA

Limited grants; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$65/day) Facility respite (up to 5 days)

Adult Services Program

Virginia Adult Services (AS)

Age 60+ (or disabled 18+)
General VA resident, need significant care (2+ ADLs), not Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits (2025) Varies by locality; typically < ~$2,510/month 200% FPL
Asset Limits Limited assets (excludes home, car); varies by DSS.
VA

Serves ~5,000 annually; focuses on low-income independence.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Chore services Assessments Respite (~5 days/year)

Auxiliary Grant Program

Virginia Auxiliary Grant (AG)

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General VA resident, living in approved ALF/foster care, SSI-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,041/month (individual, SSI level + $20 disregard); higher with medical deductions.
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
VA

Serves 4,000; personal needs allowance ($90/month).

Benefits
Cash (~$1,400-$1,700/month in 2025, varies by region) for ALF/foster care costs; basic care included

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Virginia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General VA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
VA

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Energy Assistance Program (EAP)

Virginia Energy Assistance Program

Age 60+ prioritized
General VA resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
VA

Fuel, Crisis, Cooling components; serves ~100,000 households.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Crisis aid ($500 max) Equipment repair (~$250)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Virginia SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, VA resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified.
VA

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP/Goodwill partnership.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Virginia VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General VA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
VA

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled

Virginia Property Tax Relief

Age 65+ or disabled
General VA resident, homeowner, income/asset limits vary by locality.
Income Limits (2025) ~$50,000-$75,000/year household, e.g., Fairfax: $72,000; Richmond: $50,000
Asset Limits Varies e.g., Fairfax: $400,000 net worth; Richmond: $100,000
VA

Offered in 90% of localities; saves ~$500-$2,000/year.

Benefits
Tax exemption/deferral (~$500-$2,000/year depending on locality)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Virginia SFMNP

Age 60+
General VA resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
VA

Vouchers (~$50-$75/season); serves ~15,000 via AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50-$75/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

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