Blog Posts
A Fishing Tale
By Pete Epps It was a cold, crisp November day in 2018 that I met my fishing buddies at the Cohoke Club Inc. fishing club in King William County near West Point, VA. Established
Things for Seniors and Families to Do Near Irvington, Virginia This Summer
Coastal Virginia, with its charming towns, rich history, and scenic waterways, offers a plethora of activities perfect for anyone — but especially retirees — seeking relaxation and adventure during the summer months. (It’s also
Is Retiring Near Your Grandchildren a Smart Move?
Grandparents And Grandchildren Reading Book On Garden Seat As retirement approaches, many older adults consider relocating to be closer to their grandchildren. This decision can offer emotional fulfillment and strengthen family bonds.
My Horse
By RWC Resident Harriet D. (Reprinted with permission by “Our Neighborhood,” a resident story newsletter) His name was Sampson. He was a gorgeous, shiny deep brown color with an interesting white face, stunning strong
Is A Retirement Community Entry Fee Tax Deductible?
With Tax Day just behind us, we are once again sharing some basic information about potentially tax-deductible retirement community expenses. If you or a loved one is considering a senior living move to a
News Releases
Irma Burke Celebrates Her 107th Birthday at RWC
Born in Lancaster County when Woodrow Wilson was president and World War I was well under way, Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury resident Mrs. Irma Burke celebrated her 107th birthday on Sept. 25.
Military Veterans Honored with RWC November Show & Performance
Get to know RWC residents who served in U.S. Armed Forces Like many members of the Greatest Generation and the Silent Generation, Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury residents are reluctant to be in
RWC Residents Volunteer as Citizen Scientists to Increase Monarch Butterfly Populations
Residents plant more than 200 milkweed plants in 2022 to attract declining species With the numbers of monarch butterflies that migrate annually across North America decreasing considerably over the last
Karen Conaway Named Employee of the Year
RWC is proud to announce that the 2021 Employee of the Year is Karen Conaway. Karen was selected by her peers from among 11 other 2021 Employee of the Month awardees.
RWC Named a Winner at the McKnight’s Technology Awards
RWC Named a Winner at the McKnight’s Technology Awards Earlier this month, Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury was honored with McKnight’s Excellence in Technology Award. RWC Director of Nursing Mary Ann Hensley and









