Unrestricted Gifts

Your unrestricted gift provides the WCBR Foundation with the greatest latitude to fulfill its mission, meet areas of greatest need, and support planning for and implementation of future programs and services. Unrestricted giving leads to unrestricted thinking.

Fellowship Assistance

From its founding, WCBR has provided an important safety net for residents who have outlived their financial resources and are no longer able to afford their WCBR monthly fee. To date, no one has ever had to leave the community for lack of funds. The program also offers one-time financial assistance to a narrow class of prospective residents who are unable to fully pay the WCBR entrance fee, but whose community ties and contributions make them deserving of special consideration.

Health and Well-Being Across the Continuum

Residents come to live at WCBR because we are a Lifecare retirement community that provides independent living, catered living, memory care, skilled nursing care, and rehabilitation therapies. But what makes WCBR extraordinary is the Foundation’s drive to support the very best holistic care. Staying engaged and active physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually plays a significant role in determining the length and quality of our lives. Because of the support of our donors we are able to provide: innovative and best-practice solutions to health and well-being needs. Offerings include specialized exercise classes; stimulating social, cultural, art, and performance activities; lifelong learning educational classes; a comprehensive library; pastoral care; recreational and art therapy; and much more.

Resident Support

As we strive to be the premier Lifecare community, there may be additional opportunities for philanthropy to make a difference. This fund provides flexible support to address new or changing high priority needs so we can best care for our residents.

The Newton and Wilma Thomas Education and Workforce Development Fund

Programs may include scholarships; student loan repayment assistance; financial support for conferences, workshops, and licensing or certification beyond minimum employment requirements; and individual or group training programs to grow knowledge and skills. We value our associates and wish to provide them with skills and tools so they can advance their skills and careers here at WCBR.

Associate Support

Attracting and retaining associates who are dedicated to excellence and service is a top priority at WCBR and we know it takes more than fair pay and benefits to secure the best team. Our programs provide a sense of purpose and community by recognizing our associates, create a thriving culture of belonging, and assist associates during times of crisis. This fund also provides flexibility to support additional high priority needs so we can best express appreciation for the service and care provided by our extraordinary associates.