Lifelong learning initiative provides various learning opportunities made available throughout the year – all of which are designed to be engaging, enlightening, and interesting.

Senior Programs and special events are designed to provide opportunities for education, social interaction, and creative expression.

Card games, billiards, entertainment/music, crafts, speakers, luncheons, Health and nutrition programs, screening, blood pressure screening an covered dish luncheons.

The Beard Center provides community education on healthy aging and problems of aging. Several workshops and an annual summer conference are held each year for community members, professionals and students. Additionally the center directs both an undergraduate and graduate certificate programs for becoming a specialist in gerontology.

One-bedroom units that are specifically designed for elderly residents. Tenants must be low-income and the head of household or spouse must be age 62 or older. Rents are based on income and will be approximately 30% of the adjusted monthly household income.

As someone seeking support, our Care Coordination services offer you, older adults, persons with disabilities, and family caregivers, the chance to explore diverse community options for aging in place. Our dedicated Care Coordinators work closely with older adults to understand their strengths, needs, and preferences. They provide assistance with referrals and follow-up as necessary to ensure a tailored and effective care plan.

Senior Programs and special events are designed to provide opportunities for education, social interaction, and creative expression.

Through a partnership with Virginia Wesleyan University, those living at Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay can take non-credit courses in art, history, political science, psychology, religion, popular culture, and other subjects. Taught by Virginia Wesleyan faculty, the courses are offered at no cost to Westminster-Canterbury members on site, as well as on the Virginia Wesleyan campus. Those living at Westminster-Canterbury also receive free admission to the University's facilities, plays, concerts, lectures, and athletic events (post-season NCAA tournament play requires admission).

Offers not-for-credit learning opportunities for community members age 50 and older. Ultimately, the program is a community of lifelong learners who explore topics together and do what the University of Lynchburg is known for — building friendships and connections that last a lifetime. Program features weekly presentations on a variety of engaging topics, taught by current and retired faculty and staff members or area educators and presenters. Ten classes are offered each semester (fall and spring), with occasional field trips during the semesters and over the summer. LIFE@Lynchburg is for people who love learning, want to dig deeper in their areas of interest, or discover something new.