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There’s always something exciting happening at Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury (RWC)! Whether you want to learn about senior living, read helpful resources, or discover how life comes naturally at RWC, you’ll find it all right here. We regularly post articles that highlight our shared experiences and celebrate the people who make this community thrive.

Take a look at a few of our blogs and articles to gain a fresh perspective on all things senior living. Alternatively, our news releases highlight standout local events on RWC’s campus and the incredible accomplishments of our team members and residents.

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Blogs & Community Updates

For-Profit CCRC vs. Nonprofit CCRC: What’s the Difference?

July 9, 2025

For-Profit CCRC vs. Nonprofit CCRC: What’s the Difference?

Choosing the right retirement community is a major decision that impacts your lifestyle, finances, and long-term peace-of-mind. But with so many community options, it can be quite confusing and even…

Assessing the Affordability of a Life Plan Community

June 26, 2025

Assessing the Affordability of a Life Plan Community

One of the biggest obstacles in choosing a life plan community (more traditionally known as a continuing care retirement community or CCRC) is affordability. Or, as we like to say…

Why Some Couples Struggle to Move Into a Retirement Community — and How CCRCs Can Help

June 17, 2025

Why Some Couples Struggle to Move Into a Retirement Community — and How CCRCs Can Help

As we enter our golden years, it’s not uncommon to experience anxiety after retirement, particularly when it comes to long-term living arrangements. Making the decision to move into a retirement…

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May 30, 2025

Why Doing Your Homework on Senior Living Communities Matters — and How To Do It Right

Choosing a senior living community is a key aspect of retirement planning, and it’s also one of the most important decisions older adults and their families will ever make. Whether…

A Math Adventure That Nearly Wasn’t

May 28, 2025

A Math Adventure That Nearly Wasn’t

By Bill E. I retired from the Navy after 30 years as a Captain, USN. The highlights of my career were three years in command at sea and a two-year…

THE STEERING WHEEL CAME OFF!

May 22, 2025

THE STEERING WHEEL CAME OFF!

One of the Nine Lives of Charles and Mary Kay Rotert By Mary Kay Rotert Some 40 years ago, the yacht club was returning home after a Potomac River cruise…

Resident Stories: Why People Like You Choose RWC

News Releases

Montross Artist will Headline RWC’s July Art Show

June 14, 2019

Montross Artist will Headline RWC’s July Art Show

Montross Artist will Headline RWC’s July Art Show Diane Jackson will display local scenes from days gone by Chesapeake Bay buyboats and wharfs that no longer exist are among Montross…

RWC’s May 2019 Employee of the Month, Tom Conner

June 3, 2019

RWC’s May 2019 Employee of the Month, Tom Conner

Our May “Employee of the Month” is Tom Conner in the RWC Maintenance Department. Tom has been an employee at RWC for over nine years. He was recognized for doing…

The Longest Day Event, Alzheimer’s & Dementia Awareness

May 30, 2019

The Longest Day Event, Alzheimer’s & Dementia Awareness

Attend the Longest Day event where you can join thousands all over the U.S. and take the opportunity to learn more about Alzheimer’s disease. Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury is sponsoring a Longest…

Mary Arthur to Speak at RWC’s Solution Seminar Series

May 28, 2019

Mary Arthur to Speak at RWC’s Solution Seminar Series

Alzheimer’s, Dementia and the Stages of Memory Loss Share This Story, Choose Your Platform!

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May 22, 2019

RWC Dementia Coordinator Mary Arthur adds credential to long list

RWC Dementia Coordinator Mary Arthur adds credential to long list Certified Dementia Consultant is latest accomplishment Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury (RWC) Dementia Coordinator Mary Arthur has just added another credential to her…

Humorist, Book Author is Final Speaker in RWC Viewpoints Series

May 21, 2019

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…