Blog Posts
ADLs vs. IADLs Part 1: What Are Activities of Daily Living and Why Do They Matter?
In this blog series, we examine the differences between activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), and what happens when they become difficult for a person. As we age,
How to Talk to Your Aging Parents About Planning for Their Future
We all know that talking to your parents about difficult issues can be tricky. Conversations about the future can be sensitive, especially when it involves your aging parents and their care needs. But planning
Roommate Series: Who Knew?
By Harriet Dawson It was a terrible thing to do, especially to your best friend. Genie and I were employed to do summer work in Asheville, NC that would fulfill internships for our college
Understanding the CCRC Health Evaluation Requirement: When Is the Right Time to Move?
If you’re considering a move to a continuing care retirement community (CCRC, also known as a life plan community), you’ve likely heard about the required health evaluation that takes place before move-in. For many
Ever the Engineer – My College Roommate
By Bob Woods Bruce and I have known each other since we were in Ms. Duff’s 5th grade class. We were 10 years old. We were in Ms. Adams’ 6th grade class and Ms.
News Releases
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
Military Veterans Annually Honored in RWC November Show
Military Veterans Annually Honored in RWC November Show Meet RWC residents who served in U.S. Armed Forces As former military members move in at Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury, they quickly find they
RWC Staff Member To Showcase Art in June
RWC Staff Member To Showcase Art in June First artist to display works at retirement community since March 2020 Amy Lewis, RWC coordinator of the resident life program, was a
RWC Devotes Meadows to Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary
RWC Devotes Meadows to Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary Residents Purchase 200 Milkweed Plants to Support Declining Species With monarch butterfly populations dramatically declining over the past few years, Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury (RWC)
RWC Names Annitra Ball 2020 Employee of the Year
RWC Names Annitra Ball 2020 Employee of the Year Administrative Assistant in Resident Clinic has Worked for Retirement Community 20+ years In a classic case of the apple not falling