News & Awards

New Foundation Will Support Seniors and Adults with Disabilities Across Texas Through Grants, Resources, and Person-Centered Initiatives AUSTIN, Texas — June 22, 2026 — The newly established Westminster CARES Foundation has launched with a transformational $1 million pledge from longtime Austin philanthropists Dick and Sara Rathgeber, helping establish a new initiative dedicated to supporting seniors…

June 2026 Traci Lindesmith, Director of Resident Health Services, Completes Prestigious ICAA Foundation for Wellness Program At Westminster, wellness is more than a program. It is a commitment to helping residents live healthier, more purposeful, and more fulfilling lives. That commitment was recently strengthened as Traci Lindesmith, Director of Resident Health Services, graduated from the…

Sometimes you meet someone who shares a personal story so inspiring that you just need to tell others. Jesper Fon is one of those people. He left his home in Cameroon due to an ongoing political and humanitarian crisis, traveled down a scary road to the U.S., and slowly made his way through the immigration…

From school reform to women’s rights, Robbie Ausley has spent decades fighting for justice — and says she’s not done yet. FOX 7 Austin’s Donny Wong has her story.

Westminster was founded in 1967 and was Austin’s first continuing care retirement community. More than 70 veterans call it home. FOX 7 Austin’s Donny Wong and Libbi Farrow spoke to Westminster’s only female veteran resident.

As graduation season continues, Austin High’s “Loyal Forever” tradition is resonating with some residents at Westminster, an Austin retirement community. FOX 7 Austin’s Digital Lead Donny Wong shares how the phrase carries decades of meaning and memories.

Two Austin Change Makers Leaving Their Mark Two remarkable Westminster residents are being recognized for a lifetime of service and leadership. Judi Nudelman and Robbie Ausley have been named to Family Eldercare’s annual 80 Over 80 recognition, celebrating older adults whose contributions have made a lasting impact on the Austin community. Stories like theirs remind…

LCS ranked #1 in Independent Living, and #1 across all six factors of resident satisfaction for the seventh year in a row.  DES MOINES, Iowa. Nov. 19, 2025 — J.D. Power announced the results of its 2025 U.S. Senior Living Satisfaction StudySM, and Westminster’s management company, LCS, has been recognized for the seventh consecutive year…

November 17, 2025 – For the twelfth consecutive year, Westminster senior living community has earned the Austin-American Statesman’s prestigious “Top Workplaces” award. Since 1967, the community has gained a reputation as a leading employer in Central Texas, offering high workplace satisfaction, generous benefits and opportunities for career advancement through mentoring, training, continued educational and scholarship…

      May 30th, 2025 – AUSTIN – Westminster senior living community is proud to be recognized once again by HERMES Creative Awards for its bold, professional, personalized collateral that reflects its brand as a prominent and charitable retirement community. The 2024 Annual Report magazine, showcasing the life stories of residents and associates, is…