--- title: Chicago Senior Living | Presbyterian Homes | Westminster Place - Evanston description: Westminster Place - Evanston | --- - [Geneva Foundation](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/geneva-foundation/) - [Golf Classic](http://resources.presbyterianhomes.org/geneva-foundation-golf-classic) - [Careers](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/careers/) - [Visit Us](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/contact/) [![Presbyterian Living](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Presbyterian-Living.png?width=600&height=118&name=Presbyterian-Living.png "Presbyterian Living")](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/) - [Our Communities](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/our-locations/) - [Westminster Place Enjoy active independent living at Westminster Place, one of Chicago’s most highly-regarded retirement communities on the North Shore.](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/our-locations/westminster-place/) - [Lake Forest PlaceExperience luxury retirement living with the peace of mind of expert care at our country-club-like campus in one of Chicago’s premier neighborhoods.](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/our-locations/lake-forest-place/) - [The MooringsLocated in the heart of Chicago’s northwest suburbs, The Moorings offers the full continuum of senior care in a charming, close-knit community setting.](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/our-locations/the-moorings/) - [Ten Twenty GroveTen Twenty Grove is an ideal rental retirement community for those who enjoy an independent lifestyle in an urban setting.](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/our-locations/ten-twenty-grove/) - [Why Us](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/about-us/why-us/) - [Blog](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/) - [Living Here](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/senior-living-options/) - [Contact Us](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/contact/) # Presbyterian Homes Blog ## [A special thank you for your generous donations](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/a-special-thank-you-for-your-generous-donations) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Apr 29, 2020 3:54:43 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/PH%20Thank%20You%20.png)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/a-special-thank-you-for-your-generous-donations) Presbyterian Homes’ communities in Evanston, Lake Forest and Arlington Heights would like to extend their sincerest gratitude to the individuals and organizations listed below.  Your kindness is truly remarkable, and we will never forget how you supported us during these difficult times. [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/a-special-thank-you-for-your-generous-donations) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/a-special-thank-you-for-your-generous-donations#comments-listing) Topics: [Westminster Place - Evanston](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/westminster-place-evanston), [Lake Forest Place](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/lake-forest-place), [The Moorings](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/the-moorings), [Corporate News](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/corporate-news) ## [Presbyterian Homes announces “extraordinary pay” for employees at Westminster Place, Lake Forest Place and The Moorings of Arlington Heights](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/novel-coronavirus-covid-19-additional-preparations-and-precautions-0) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Apr 13, 2020 4:13:55 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/Brown-Vintage-Photo-Collage.jpg)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/novel-coronavirus-covid-19-additional-preparations-and-precautions-0)   In addition to the many heartfelt thanks and expressions of gratitude directed to the health care workers on staff at Presbyterian Homes communities in Evanston, Lake Forest and Arlington Heights, and in recognition of the extraordinary work being done by these exceptional men and women, the Presbyterian Homes’ Board of Directors authorized an extraordinary pay increase for all community staff starting on April 13th and continuing until June 5th. [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/novel-coronavirus-covid-19-additional-preparations-and-precautions-0) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/novel-coronavirus-covid-19-additional-preparations-and-precautions-0#comments-listing) Topics: [Westminster Place - Evanston](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/westminster-place-evanston), [Lake Forest Place](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/lake-forest-place), [The Moorings](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/the-moorings), [Corporate News](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/corporate-news) ## [U.S. News Names The McGaw Care Center One of the Best in Senior Living](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/u.s.-news-names-the-mcgraw-care-center-one-of-the-best-in-senior-living) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Dec 5, 2019 9:09:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![best-nursing-home-featured (1)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/best-nursing-home-featured%20(1).png)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/u.s.-news-names-the-mcgraw-care-center-one-of-the-best-in-senior-living) Presbyterian Homes in Evanston, IL., is proud to announce that The McGaw Care Center at Westminster Place has been named [one of the best nursing homes in the nation](https://www.usnews.com/info/blogs/press-room/articles/2019-10-29/us-news-names-best-nursing-homes-for-2019-20) by U.S. News & World Report 2019-2020. [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/u.s.-news-names-the-mcgraw-care-center-one-of-the-best-in-senior-living) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/u.s.-news-names-the-mcgraw-care-center-one-of-the-best-in-senior-living#comments-listing) Topics: [Westminster Place - Evanston](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/westminster-place-evanston) ## [Maintaining An Active Lifestyle at Westminster Place](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/maintaining-an-active-lifestyle-at-westminster-place) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Nov 26, 2019 6:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![PH_WestminsterPlace_PoolClass_0119-1](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/PH_WestminsterPlace_PoolClass_0119-1.jpg)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/maintaining-an-active-lifestyle-at-westminster-place) Being active as we age has a plethora of health benefits, including supporting brain function and preserving mobility. In a recent study from [Rush University Medical Center](https://health.clevelandclinic.org/why-its-important-to-continue-exercising-as-you-age/), MRI brain scans of 150 people in their eighties determined that those who were most active had no problems with mobility despite having brain damage as a natural result of aging.  [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/maintaining-an-active-lifestyle-at-westminster-place) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/maintaining-an-active-lifestyle-at-westminster-place#comments-listing) Topics: [Westminster Place - Evanston](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/westminster-place-evanston) ## [A Day in the Life as a Westminster Place Resident \[Video\]](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/a-day-in-the-life-as-a-westminster-place-resident-video) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Nov 19, 2019 9:20:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![britt-featured-image](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/britt-featured-image.png)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/a-day-in-the-life-as-a-westminster-place-resident-video) Two common questions before moving into a senior living community are, “who will my neighbors be?” and “what do the residents do all day?”  [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/a-day-in-the-life-as-a-westminster-place-resident-video) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/a-day-in-the-life-as-a-westminster-place-resident-video#comments-listing) Topics: [Westminster Place - Evanston](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/westminster-place-evanston) ## [10 Things Perfect for Older Adults to Do in Evanston, IL](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/10-things-perfect-for-older-adults-to-do-in-evanstonil) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Nov 6, 2019 7:59:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Senior couple visiting attractions near Evanston](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/evanston-il-attractions.jpeg)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/10-things-perfect-for-older-adults-to-do-in-evanstonil) Looking for fun and unique destinations in Evanston, IL? We have you covered! Try these 10 destinations that are perfect for older adults with a sense of adventure and a healthy curiosity. [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/10-things-perfect-for-older-adults-to-do-in-evanstonil) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/10-things-perfect-for-older-adults-to-do-in-evanstonil#comments-listing) Topics: [Westminster Place - Evanston](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/westminster-place-evanston) ## [The Art of Remaining Curious: Lifelong Learning at Westminster Place](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/the-art-of-remaining-curious-lifelong-learning-at-westminster-place) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on May 8, 2019 2:00:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![\[blog\] may week 2 150 x 150](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/%5Bblog%5D%20may%20%20week%202%20150%20x%20150.png)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/the-art-of-remaining-curious-lifelong-learning-at-westminster-place) [Lifelong learning, strictly defined](https://dictionary.cambridge.org/us/dictionary/english/lifelong-learning), is the process of gaining knowledge and skills throughout your life. [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/the-art-of-remaining-curious-lifelong-learning-at-westminster-place) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/the-art-of-remaining-curious-lifelong-learning-at-westminster-place#comments-listing) Topics: [Westminster Place - Evanston](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/westminster-place-evanston) ## [Presbyterian Homes Grants Inaugural Elizabeth Breuer Scholarship](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/presbyterian-homes-grants-inaugural-elizabeth-breuer-scholarship-to-memory-care-nurse) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Mar 21, 2016 4:35:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Nursing scholarship.1dc683f768f5f88feb39521a58ea674d182](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/Nursing%20scholarship.1dc683f768f5f88feb39521a58ea674d182.jpg)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/presbyterian-homes-grants-inaugural-elizabeth-breuer-scholarship-to-memory-care-nurse)   *Woman’s Board Awards Educational Funds to Committed Staffer* **Evanston, Ill. – March 21, 2016 – **Today, the Woman’s Board of Presbyterian Homes announced that the first-ever Elizabeth Breuer Memorial Scholarship, which will be granted periodically by a special committee to worthy employees of Westminster Place, was awarded to Xiaoli (Lily) Zhou, the full-time nurse at The Frank B. Foster Pavilion for Memory Care on the Westminster Place campus, the Presbyterian Homes community in Evanston. [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/presbyterian-homes-grants-inaugural-elizabeth-breuer-scholarship-to-memory-care-nurse) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/presbyterian-homes-grants-inaugural-elizabeth-breuer-scholarship-to-memory-care-nurse#comments-listing) Topics: [Westminster Place - Evanston](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/westminster-place-evanston) ## [Presbyterian Homes Ten Twenty Grove Community Now Renting](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/presbyterian-homes-ten-twenty-grove-community-now-renting) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Oct 9, 2015 4:33:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![TTG.1dc683f768f5f88feb39521a58ea674d182](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/TTG.1dc683f768f5f88feb39521a58ea674d182.jpg)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/presbyterian-homes-ten-twenty-grove-community-now-renting) EVANSTON (March 17, 2015)—Presbyterian Homes is now offering its Ten Twenty Grove independent senior living community in downtown Evanston as a rental property. The nine-story apartment building at Oak and Grove Street offers one, two and three-bedroom apartments with full kitchens starting at $1900 a month, including utilities and basic cable. 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