Holistic Wellness
At Shenandoah Valley Westminster-Canterbury (SVWC), wellness is a cornerstone of our senior living experience. From energizing group fitness classes and strength training in our state-of-the-art wellness center to the therapeutic benefits of our saltwater pool and hot tub, residents enjoy opportunities for active aging every day. Scenic walking trails, access to on-site clinical care, and holistic services through our Vitality Center support a well-rounded approach to physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
Fitness Center
Our modern senior fitness center supports strength, balance, and independence at every stage of retirement. Outfitted with age-friendly exercise equipment and personalized training options, the center is a space where wellness feels accessible and motivating. Whether you're focusing on resistance training, flexibility, or guided group classes, each program is tailored to your goals. With 24/7 access, residents enjoy the freedom to pursue wellness on their own schedules.
The Pool
Our indoor saltwater pool offers a low-impact, joint-friendly way to stay active year-round. Residents can join group aqua fitness classes, swim laps at their own pace, or simply enjoy the therapeutic benefits of movement in water. The adjacent hot tub provides a relaxing way to unwind post-workout or soothe sore muscles. It’s a comfortable, welcoming space designed to support wellness at any stage.
Nature Trails
Enjoy the natural beauty of the Shenandoah Valley on over two miles of natural surface walking trails at SVWC’s 175-acre senior living campus in Winchester, Virginia. These maintained paths wind through woods, meadows, and water features, offering residents a peaceful way to stay active and connected to nature. With benches for rest and walking sticks available for support, our trails are designed with older adults in mind, and are perfect for daily movement, reflection, and wellness in Northern Virginia’s scenic landscape.
On Campus Clinic
SVWC’s on-site health clinic provides convenient, personalized care right here on our Life Plan Community campus in Winchester, Virginia. Staffed by experienced physicians and nurse practitioners, the clinic supports preventive care, chronic condition management, and wellness check-ups, all just steps from home. Seamlessly connected with our therapy and wellness services, the clinic ensures residents enjoy consistent, coordinated care with peace of mind.
Wellness Amenities
- State-of-the-art fitness center with senior-friendly equipment
- Indoor saltwater swimming pool and hot tub
- Sauna and meditation lounge
- Group classes including strength, balance, yoga, and aqua aerobics
- Personalized training and wellness coaching
- Health education and prevention workshops
- Physical, occupational, music, speech, massage, music, and horticulture therapy
- Appointments with on-campus physician and nurse practitioners
- Routine health checks, immunizations, and chronic care management
- Access to dietitian, dentist, and podiatrist by appointment
- Over two miles of maintained walking trails
- Benches and walking sticks available along trails
- Meditation spaces and spiritual care
- Creative outlets including art and music studios
- Volunteer opportunities that support connection and purpose