Open toolbar 304-697-1620 info@woodlandswv.com Home Blogs Events Giving Residents Contact About Us Our Community Independent Living Continuing Care ABOUT WOODLANDS Our History | Our Mission | Our Board | Our Team Our History In 1922 Bradley W. Foster established the Foster Foundation with a generous financial gift. His avowed purpose was to provide a home for care of the elderly. In 1925 the mission was realized when the Foster Memorial Home opened on Madison Avenue in Huntington. “The Home” became a Huntington fixture for 75 years, normally operating at a significant financial loss, underwritten by the Foundation. In 1985, Rev. Gray Hampton, a member of the Foster Foundation Board, introduced board members to the continuing care retirement community (CCRC) concept. Under his leadership, the board developed a plan to broaden the scope of the aging Foster Memorial Home into a CCRC in Huntington, West Virginia. Starting in 1988 and over the course of a decade, Chairman William F. “Bill” Agee and the board turned that vision into reality. On August 19, 1996, Woodlands opened with 111 apartments at almost 100% occupancy. Over the next few years, 61 additional apartments and 23 cottages were built by those who wanted to preserve their residential independence. In 2004, the Assisted Living/Health Care wing of Woodlands was expanded with the substantial involvement of Mrs. Joan C. Edwards and the West Virginia Episcopal Diocese, raising the capacity to 88 units. Woodlands popularity continues to grow as does the property itself. As we move into the future, it is our desire to serve our community, building lasting relationships and friendships along the way. We will continue the mission of Bradley Walters Foster by following his directives that the Foundation be perpetuated. Learn here about ways to provide financial support to the Foster Foundation. Contact Us Have a question or want to set up a tour? Call us at (304) 697-1620 Or send us a note through this form. Sign me up for your e-newsletter Our Mission Woodlands Retirement Community is operated by a 501(c)(3) not for profit corporation providing the highest level of quality residential senior services for older adults from diverse backgrounds. Through its programs and activities, Woodlands seeks to embody the values of the Christian tradition, and the ideals of the benefactor, for persons of all faiths by attending to their physical, intellectual, social, emotional, and spiritual needs. Through the Foster Foundation, Woodlands assists seniors who outlive their resources. By offering a comprehensive continuum of care and a nurturing environment, Woodlands encourages seniors to experience the fullness of life in community with dignity, joy, and the maximum level of independence their health will allow. Woodlands Board of Directors Dan Konrad Board Member since 8/20/2014 Jim Rorrer Vice Chair Board Member Since 8/17/16 William B. Dennison, MD Secretary Board Member since 2/21/15 Deanna Mader, PhD Board Member Since 11/15/2017 Steve Roberts Chair Board Member Since 1/12/16 Andrew W. Fischer Board Member since 10/17/2018 Dan Ware Board Member since 9/18/19 Our Team We know that to be the best place to live, we must also be the best place to work. Our hardworking and dedicated team of directors provide the proper leadership that supports a wonderful living experience for our residents at Woodlands. Our leaders are consistently enhancing the quality of the workplace by demonstrating compassion and an exceptional work ethic therefore encouraging all employees to grow personally and professionally. Jeffrey Harkins, Chief Executive Officer Eileen Wheeldon, Chief Financial Officer Richard Eid, Director of Technology Cynthia "Cindie" Garinger, Director of of Health Services Ron Smith, Director of Dining Services Dr. Cynthia Pinson, Medical Director Daniel Cook, Human Resources Director Molly Watson, Director of Activities Juliette Buffington Tomlin, Marketing Director Woodlands One Bradley Foster Drive Huntington, WV 25701 304-697-1620 Sign up for our E-Newsletter About Us Our Community Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Support Respite Care Events Blogs Contact Careers ©2021 Woodlands Retirement Community. All Rights Reserved. Website by Love & Company • Privacy Policy