Blog Posts
What Does “Losing Independence” Mean To You?
In several recent blog posts, we discussed some of the common fears that people have around moving to a retirement community, including the fear of the unknown in senior living decisions. But at the
Navigating Medicare, Medicaid, and Private Insurance: A Guide for Seniors
As you approach retirement or enter your golden years, understanding your health care options becomes crucial. Medicare and Medicaid are two essential programs to know about and take advantage of, but they can be
Life in Dictatorship
Excerpted from Our Neighborhood, a new RWC quarterly publication) By Milena Van Sant I lived as a child and young teen under the iron fists of two dictatorships – the Nazis in Germany and
Embracing Uncertainty: Overcoming Fear of the Unknown in Senior Living Decisions
Trying to make a senior living decision – such as whether to remain in your home or move to a retirement community – can evoke many feelings and emotions, among them: fear. More specifically,
Tips for Starting the Dementia Conversation and Managing Memory Problems
Discovering that a loved one is or may be experiencing dementia symptoms due to Alzheimer’s disease or another condition can be one of the most challenging and emotional experiences you face. It’s natural to
News Releases
Humorist, Book Author is Final Speaker in RWC Viewpoints Series
Humorist, Book Author is Final Speaker in RWC Viewpoints Series Tom Allen writes for the Richmond Times-Dispatch Growing up in a Catholic family with six children, Tom Allen felt like he
RWC Featured June Artists: ‘It’s a Family Affair’
RWC Featured June Artists: ‘It’s a Family Affair’ Coordinator of Resident Program Development and relatives display their work Amy Lewis, Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury Coordinator of Resident Program Development, is no stranger
RWC Best Retirement Community in Eastern VA
Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury received Virginia Living's First Place award as the Best Retirement Community in Eastern Virginia for 2019! Thank you for voting!
RWC’s April 2019 Employee of the Month, Brenda Clarke
Congratulations to RWC's April 2019 Employee of the Month, Brenda Clarke from the housekeeping department! Brenda is pictured with Tonya Hill, RWC's Housekeeping Manager and Stuart Bunting, President and CEO. Well done Brenda!
RWC announces winners of annual golf tournament benefitting its Foundation
RWC announces winners of annual golf tournament benefitting its Foundation As is befitting a landmark anniversary, Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury Foundation’s 35th Annual Open Golf Tournament was momentous in many ways. The









