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The disaster in Haiti touched the hearts of Westminster residents and staff in a personal way - some staff members are Haitian and have family there. Many people had donated through their church or favorite charities, but welcomed these opportunities to help too.

Resident Aid.
People at Westminster Woods on Julington Creek are good examples of residents' compassion.  Ann Beardslee, resident and a former director of Church World Service (CWS), learned that people wanted an opportunity to donate within the community.  So she established Minute for Mission for the community's Vespers services, telling about the international work of CWS, and she set out a basket for donations.  People gladly contributed to CWS and its partner Presbyterian Disaster Program.

Staff Aid.
Westminster provided a special opportunity for staff members to convert "paid time off" hours into relief contributions. People chose whether it would go to one of several charities or to help finance staff who needed to go to Haiti to help. Click here for the selected charities.  As a result, generous donations came from staff at our 17 active living and rental communities, pharmacy and administrative offices.

Whatever way residents and staff chose to help, their personal relief efforts expressed compassion for those in their community who are worried about their families in Haiti - and hope to a nation in need.

When Bahama Place at Westminster Shores was nearing completion in late 2009, it was time to tear down some other buildings. But there were many good, usable things in those old buildings. So the Shores invited Habitat for Humanity to remove anything they could use. And there was a lot - doors, sinks, medicine cabinets, ceiling fans, cupboards, and so much more! Thank you, Habitat for Humanity, for your good work!

Westminster Canterbury, a faith-based community sponsored by the Episcopal Church in Daytona Beach, has received approval from U. S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to begin leasing to adults age 55 and over.  For the next three years Westminster Communities of Florida will have increased flexibility in leasing to low-income adults in this age bracket at this community. Give us a call today.

• Honorable Service Grant
  The Honorable Service Grant is a special grant for retired ministers, missionaries, Christian educators, or surviving spouse.  Click here for more information.
   
• Distinguished Service Award
  The Distinguished Service Award is a special grant for retired military or surviving spouse. Click here for more information.
   
• Move Manager Program
  Our Move Manager Program offers help with selling your home and the challenges of moving.  For details, call one of our Active Living Communities.
   
• Westminster Intellectual Stimulus Program (WISP)
  You are never too old to learn.  WISP encourages the continuation of lifelong learning no matter what your age.  For more information click here.
   
• 2010 Resident Art Show Calendars
  The 2010 Resident Art Show Calendar, showcasing the works of Westminster's talented residents, is still available! For your free copy, call Hyacinth in the Foundation office at 800-948-1881.

We're Growing! Latest Developments

Palm View, Westminster Palms' new acquisition with spectacular views of beautiful Tampa Bay, is attracting a lot of interest. The 14-story building is being extensively renovated and will provide wonderful new apartment home choices at Westminster Palms, including lovely penthouse apartments. It is expected to be ready for people to move in by Fall, 2010. Westminster Palms holds two well-attended informational seminars every month, and several apartments have already been reserved.

Spotlight on Fun!

On January 3, 2010, 177 passengers cruised the Western Caribbean aboard Holland America Line's ms Ryndam on our 3^rd annual Wellness Cruise. During the cruise passengers had opportunities to attend special classes taught by the Westminster Wellness Staff. Some of the class offerings for this cruise were: Stress It takes All Kinds, Digital Photography 101, and What Would Jesus Eat.  In addition to the classes there were fun social events such as ice cream socials, cocktail parties, and private shore excursions.  This cruise was a Wellness event to remember.

• Westminster Highlights Newsletter
  See the Fall 2009 Westminster Highlights Newsletter! Lots of photos and fun! Call one of the communities to have one mailed to you or click here to see it and several past issues.

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