Blog Posts
Can Pets Slow Cognitive Decline Among Soloagers?
There is mounting evidence that people who are lonely or socially isolated may suffer a variety of negative health consequences. But with our nation’s growing number of “soloagers” — people who, by choice or
How Seniors Can Avoid (and Combat) Seasonal Affective Disorder
As the holidays pass into the rear view and the decidedly less festive days of mid-winter set in, many adults experience the “blues,” the “blahs,” or more serious seasonal mental health challenges. These may
Social Connection Among the Benefits of Retirement Communities
It is a busy time of year for many as calendars are filled with holiday parties and family gatherings. But for some, particularly retirees living alone, this season puts a painful exclamation point on
Making Happy Holiday Memories With Seniors in a CCRC
The holiday season is a time for joy, togetherness, and creating happy new memories with family and friends. For families with senior loved ones who live in continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), there are
Holiday Events for Seniors and Families in Virginia’s Northern Neck
The holiday season is here! If you live in Virginia’s Northern Neck region, you’re in for a treat: there are plenty of things to do in eastern Virginia this winter, including attending unique holiday
News Releases
Lancaster High School Visual Art students’ work on display in May
Lancaster High School Visual Art students’ work on display in May The ninth through twelfth grade classes showcase their art at RWC every spring Like the swallows at Capistrano, you can
Department of Homeland Security Alum is Next Viewpoints Speaker
Department of Homeland Security Alum is Next Viewpoints Speaker Carolyn Quinn now owns Dug In Farms in White Stone Making a complete about-face, Carolyn Quinn went from living on Capitol Hill and
2018 Keep’N It Local Career Fair Set for April 27
2018 Keep’N It Local Career Fair Set for April 27 RWC to host nearly 20 area employers Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury and its partners are hosting a “Keep’N It Local” Career Fair
Award-winning artist returns to RWC in April
Award-winning artist returns to RWC in April Jacquie Colligan’s work is inspired by world travels and her father One of the Northern Neck’s favorite artists, Jacquie Colligan, will exhibit
RWC Foundation Golf Tournament Registration
RWC Foundation Golf Tournament Registration Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury Foundation’s 36th Annual Open Golf Tournament benefitting the RWC Fellowship Fund is rescheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 20 at the Golden Eagle