[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 138 (Thursday, October 2, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1956]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING THE WESTMINSTER AT LAKE RIDGE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY 10TH 
                        ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

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                             HON. TOM DAVIS

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 2, 2003

  Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this 
time to acknowledge Westminster at Lake Ridge Retirement Community as 
they celebrate ten years of community service on September 19, 2003.
  The vision for Westminster started over 25 years ago when the late 
Myles Golbranson led a group of Presbyterians in creating a life-care 
community. Several years later, in 1989, Westminster was established 
and in January of 1993 it opened its doors as a continuing care 
community, making this vision a reality. Since then, Westminster has 
remained dedicated to its mission: to provide a continuum of housing, 
healthcare and related services to older adults that promote 
independence, dignity and personal fulfillment.
  Westminster is a major Prince William County employer and provides a 
wealth of volunteer opportunities. The residents of Westminster have 
committed thousands of volunteer hours to local schools, hospitals, and 
civic and cultural events. For example, the Flying Fingers knit 
hundreds of caps and blankets each year for newborn babies at Potomac 
Hospital. Prince William County residents also give back to 
Westminster; Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and church groups make regular 
visits.
  Today Westminster has grown to house 400 residents, and opens its 
doors to countless others involved in the Rotary Club, business 
networking meetings, support groups, community groups, and local 
Chamber of Commerce groups. Westminster also holds numerous special 
events including countywide blood drives, health fairs, and political 
forums.
  For ten years, Westminster, in cooperation with the adult community 
of River Ridge, has provided invaluable living, volunteer, political 
and charity opportunities to the Prince William County community. In 
doing so, Westminster most certainly has fulfilled its mission.
  Mr. Speaker, in closing, I would like to thank Westminster at Lake 
Ridge Retirement Community as they celebrate their 10th anniversary. 
They have provided a quality retirement lifestyle for active senior 
citizens, and contributed greatly to the community at large. I ask that 
my colleagues join me in congratulating ten years of caring, 
volunteerism, and activism.

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