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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

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March 4, 2025

How Seniors Can Maintain and Improve Mobility

Staying active and maintaining mobility are crucial for seniors who want to live independently and enjoy a high quality of life. Regular movement helps prevent falls, reduces the risk of…

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February 12, 2025

Navigating Dating and Intimacy in Retirement Communities

With Valentine’s Day this week, love is in the air, and this goes for retirement communities too. For some, the idea of dating or entering into a romantic relationship later…

National Nutrition Month: What Seniors Should Know About Nutrition Recommendations

February 4, 2025

National Nutrition Month: What Seniors Should Know About Nutrition Recommendations

National Nutrition Month, observed every March, is a time to highlight the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits. For seniors, understanding how…

New Survey Digs Into Top Retirement-Related Worries

January 23, 2025

New Survey Digs Into Top Retirement-Related Worries

Although the inauguration is now in the rearview mirror, there is still much debate about which issues factored into people’s decisions at November’s ballot box. A recent survey of older…

Myth Busting 101

January 16, 2025

Myth Busting 101

There are so many misconceptions about moving to a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) that RWC staff addressed these common myths to help you put your mind at ease. Myth:…

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January 10, 2025

A Senior Living Solution That Keeps Couples with Different Care Needs Together

A video that went viral last year highlighted an all-too-common issue. In the video, a British couple, both age 89, who had been separated by the pandemic, were finally reunited…

Resident Stories: Why People Like You Choose RWC

News Releases

RWC’s March artist finds inspiration locally, abroad

February 19, 2019

RWC’s March artist finds inspiration locally, abroad

RWC’s March artist finds inspiration locally, abroad Acrylic paintings reflect love of nature and the great outdoors You might say that Reedville artist Brenda Sylvia plays with fire and water….

2019 Viewpoints Series Begins March 4

February 12, 2019

2019 Viewpoints Series Begins March 4

2019 Viewpoints Series Begins March 4 Marcia C. DuBois to speak on “Aging Well in Virginia” Marcia C. DuBois, Deputy Commissioner, Division for Community Living, Virginia Department for Aging and…

RWC’s February Art Show Showcases Residents’ Work

February 4, 2019

RWC’s February Art Show Showcases Residents’ Work

RWC’s February Art Show Showcases Residents’ Work A special tribute to late Alzheimer’s patients is also featured Charles Huckins is a photographer; Cecelia Barton is a painter and Denise Munns…

RWC Dementia Coordinator Mary Arthur to lead meetings at local library

January 29, 2019

RWC Dementia Coordinator Mary Arthur to lead meetings at local library

RWC Dementia Coordinator Mary Arthur to lead meetings at local library Support group coming to Mathews in February Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury (RWC) Dementia Coordinator Mary Arthur knows first-hand what it’s like…

Lancaster Middle School produces eclectic December Show

November 28, 2018

Lancaster Middle School produces eclectic December Show

Lancaster Middle School produces eclectic December Show Annual exhibition features posters, stencils, paintings, collages and more Lancaster Middle School (LMS) visual arts students are all over the place – literally….

Leading Age Virginia CEO/President to speak at RWC

November 6, 2018

Leading Age Virginia CEO/President to speak at RWC

Leading Age Virginia CEO/President to speak at RWC Dementia Friendly Communities is the topic for this free event Herndon was the first town in Virginia to be designated a “Dementia…