Western New York’s First Continuing Care Retirement Community!
Nearly two decades later, Canterbury Woods opened Gates Circle in the Elmwood Village neighborhood of Buffalo. Like residents in our Williamsville community, Gates Circle residents enjoy an independent lifestyle, a comfortable, secure environment in an incredible setting, a friendly community of like-minded neighbors.
Our Core Purpose

Our Values
Pursuing excellence means being satisfied with no less than the highest goals we can envision. The employees of Canterbury Woods encompass all our core values:
- Accountability
- Communication
- Innovation
- Passion
- Respect
- Teamwork
Our Vision
Life Care and Contract Options
No matter which community you choose, we offer a variety of contract options. Life Care contracts assure financial predictability and peace of mind should your health needs change, while our rental contracts on select Gates Circle apartments offer flexibility and control. Whatever your preferences, we can help you discover what works best for your lifestyle – and your budget.
Meet Our Team
Canterbury Woods has a strong, proactive leadership team that is bound together by a core set of values and a mission dedicated to advancing excellence in senior living.
New Performing Arts Center
Within the community of Canterbury Woods, you’ll find our brand-new Performing Arts Center. This state-of-the-art venue for the arts is a cultural hot spot, where music and theater lovers across Western New York will experience top-tier talent across a range of disciplines while getting to know our community.