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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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September 18, 2024

Embracing Uncertainty: Overcoming Fear of the Unknown in Senior Living Decisions

Trying to make a senior living decision – such as whether to remain in your home or move to a retirement community – can evoke many feelings and emotions, among…

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September 4, 2024

Tips for Starting the Dementia Conversation and Managing Memory Problems

Discovering that a loved one is or may be experiencing dementia symptoms due to Alzheimer’s disease or another condition can be one of the most challenging and emotional experiences you…

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September 3, 2024

Why Do Many Retirement Community Residents Say, ‘I Wish I’d Moved Sooner’?

We often discuss older adults’ reasons for delaying a senior living move. Some of the top justifications for putting off such a move include not wanting to deal with downsizing,…

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August 9, 2024

How Will You Fund a Move to a Life Plan Community?

As older adults explore the vibrant lifestyle and peace of mind offered by life plan communities, also referred to as continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), one of the top considerations…

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August 7, 2024

How Seniors Can Stay Active and Prevent Falls

As we age, staying active and preventing falls become increasingly important for maintaining our health, safety, and independence. September is Fall Prevention Awareness Month (sometimes shortened to Fall Prevention Month),…

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July 31, 2024

CCRC Entry Fee Refunds Explained

Many continuing care retirement communities, often referred to as CCRCs or “life plan communities,” require an entry fee upon entry. CCRC entry fees are usually refundable to the resident or…

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News Releases

Experimental Art Group will display works at RWC in July

June 22, 2018

Experimental Art Group will display works at RWC in July

Experimental Art Group will display works at RWC in July Artists meet at Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury They’ve always been a dozen, not a dirty dozen or a baker’s dozen, an even…

RWC June artist to showcase fluid pouring works

May 24, 2018

RWC June artist to showcase fluid pouring works

RWC June artist to showcase fluid pouring works Weems resident has long history of involvement in the arts Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury Resident Program Development Coordinator Amy Lewis comes by her interest…

RWC announces winners of annual golf tournament benefitting its Foundation

May 10, 2018

RWC announces winners of annual golf tournament benefitting its Foundation

RWC announces winners of annual golf tournament benefitting its Foundation Neil Hoar, Troy Hall, Ross Summer and Jed Rasnick were sponsored by Chem Dry Bay Restoration. There were several winners…

Ms. Virginia Senior America 2017 is fourth Viewpoints speaker

May 9, 2018

Ms. Virginia Senior America 2017 is fourth Viewpoints speaker

Ms. Virginia Senior America 2017 is fourth Viewpoints speaker Dr. Cheryl Brown Davis of Heathsville has devoted her life to music education With 60+ years devoted to music – singing,…

Lancaster High School Visual Art students’ work on display in May

April 27, 2018

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…

Department of Homeland Security Alum is Next Viewpoints Speaker

April 20, 2018

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…