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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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February 12, 2024

Finding The Perfect Match: Senior Dating and Relationships

It’s Valentine’s Day, which means love is in the air for many seniors. Of course, a lot of older people have been in long-term relationships spanning numerous decades, but as…

New Year, New You: How to Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions

February 1, 2024

New Year, New You: How to Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions

Each year, millions of people worldwide muse on and make New Year’s resolutions — only to “fall off the wagon” weeks or months later. In fact, about 80% of New…

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January 22, 2024

Can Pets Slow Cognitive Decline Among Soloagers?

There is mounting evidence that people who are lonely or socially isolated may suffer a variety of negative health consequences. But with our nation’s growing number of “soloagers” — people…

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December 21, 2023

How Seniors Can Avoid (and Combat) Seasonal Affective Disorder

As the holidays pass into the rear view and the decidedly less festive days of mid-winter set in, many adults experience the “blues,” the “blahs,” or more serious seasonal mental…

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December 15, 2023

Social Connection Among the Benefits of Retirement Communities

It is a busy time of year for many as calendars are filled with holiday parties and family gatherings. But for some, particularly retirees living alone, this season puts a…

Making Happy Holiday Memories With Seniors in a CCRC

December 4, 2023

Making Happy Holiday Memories With Seniors in a CCRC

The holiday season is a time for joy, togetherness, and creating happy new memories with family and friends. For families with senior loved ones who live in continuing care retirement…

Resident Stories: Why People Like You Choose RWC

News Releases

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November 3, 2017

RWC to Hold Community Thanksgiving Food Drive

RWC to Hold Community Thanksgiving Food Drive Annual tradition marks its 28th year Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury will sponsor its 28th annual Thanksgiving Food Drive to collect non-perishable goods for distribution to…

RWC Honors Its Veterans

October 26, 2017

RWC Honors Its Veterans

RWC Honors Its Veterans in November Show Get to know RWC residents who served in the military In November, Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury will salute residents who served our country with a…