The Canterbury - An Episcopal Home Community
The Canterbury - An Episcopal Home Community
The Canterbury
5801 West Crestridge Road
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Phone: (310) 541-2410
email: iliden@episcopalhome.org
Voted Best Community for Seniors in the South Bay
Nestled in the rolling hills of the Palos Verdes peninsula, sitting atop one of its finest vantage points, is The Canterbury, a continuing care retirement community. Cooled by ocean breezes, the site offers breathtaking views of the Los Angeles basin and the mountains beyond.
The Canterbury's ideal location is surpassed only by the lifestyle it offers to all who live within this boutique community. Affluent, educated and well-traveled, its residents enjoy many opportunities for socializing in an upscale environment.
The continuing care retirement community advantage features various levels of care, which are available as the need arises. A CCRC provides the peace of mind that many of today's informed seniors seek in a retirement setting. This is particularly important for couples who are not only discriminating about the residence of their choice, but also committed to planning wisely for each other's care in the future.
The staff at The Canterbury is dedicated to providing the quality of services that reflect the high standards of the Palos Verdes Community. Management annually conducts Resident Satisfaction Surveys as a tool to measure the satisfaction levels of all services provided on-site. Management's goal is quality first, and by identifying the expectations of its residents, it takes the first important step in moving toward exceeding those expectations.
Independent Living
As active and independent as you want to be
The Canterbury is a wonderful place to live, not only for its location and its people, but also for its superior amenities. The Canterbury's one- and two-bedroom units offer independent living for active seniors who have the peace of mind knowing that a continuum of care will be provided when and as needed.
Our exceptional services include
* 24-hour buildings and grounds security
* Fine dining in the main dining room
* Weekly housekeeping
* Cable television
* Beauty/barber shop
* Billiard room
* Library
* Wide variety of activities on- and off-site
* Heated pool
Our Floor Plans
The Canterbury offers three floor plans.
Assisted Living
Premium care for a healthy life
An important goal of The Canterbury is to allow residents to remain in their familiar surroundings as long as possible by providing supportive services. We offer studio, one- and two-bedroom assisted living accommodations.
The Canterbury's full range of assisted living resources
* Bathing and grooming assistance
* Dressing assistance
* Walking assistance
* Medication supervision
* Incontinence care
* Transfer assistance
* Three meals a day
* Tray service
* Regular housekeeping
* Personal laundry service
* Monthly health assessment
* Transportation to doctor's appointments (within a 15-mile radius)
* Planned activities as appropriate
* Emergency call systems in each accommodation
Care Center
Personalized care—every step of the way
The Canterbury's skilled nursing facility offers 24-hour care to chronically ill and frail elderly residents, as well as individuals recovering from strokes, heart attacks, orthopeÂdic conditions or other illnesses and injuries. Our team of experienced professionals, including registered/licensed nurses, certified nursing assistants, licensed therapists and therapy assistants, is focused on providing services prescribed by physicians.
The Canterbury's full range of skilled
nursing services
* Private and semi-private beds
* Dietary services
* Drug regimen review
* Discharge planning and referral
* Daily activities
* Housekeeping and maintenance
* Transportation
* Physical therapy
* 24Âhour security
Dynamic Activities Program at The Canterbury
The number and variety of options available to residents year round include regularly scheduled weekly activities, as well as many unique outings ranging from short afternoons to weeklong cruises. Overnight and weekend trips have gone to Laughlin, Nevada and the California Wine Country. Cruises have visited Alaska and the Mexican Riviera. The Canterbury's Activities Calendar usually includes:
* Art and ceramics Classes
* Cultural outings to museums and concerts
* On-site performers and speakers
* Friday Happy Hours
* Group exercise five days a week
* Water aerobics
* Book Club
* Shopping trips
* Bridge
* Wine tastings
* Church services
* Spanish classes
* Afternoon teas
* Weekly movies (both off-site and on-site)
Wellness Program
Wellness is a major focus at The Canterbury, with strong resident participation. Group exercise classes range from cardio-fitness programs to weight training and water aerobics. The motivation to stay fit is further enhanced by heart-healthy menu choices that are prepared daily by skilled chefs. The Canterbury's commitment to fitness reaches out to the greater community, as members of the Torrance Memorial's Advantage Program are invited twice weekly to participate in water aerobics classes in The Canterbury's heated pool.
The Canterbury is one of The Episcopal Home Communities. We depend on the generosity of our donors to continue to provide exceptional care and services to all our residents. There are many different needs, providing you with choices in ways to give to The Canterbury. We feature a Benevolence Fund to provide for anyone who incurs financial need, Employee Education Fund for education outside the workplace, and Legacy Society to acknowledge those who indicate to us that The Canterbury is named in his or her will. Your tax-deductible gift may be designated for a particular fund or for the general operations of the community.
If you have any questions, please send an e-mail to jmorton@episcopalhome.org.
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