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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Imagine a life where you can focus on what truly matters: spending time with loved ones, pursuing hobbies, and enjoying a vibrant community. It might seem impossible to do so…
By Harriet Dawson The assignment was to investigate if there are differences between male and female groups of poker players. I took the assignment…for absolutely no pay, I might add,…
By Jay Walker At the turn of the century Loretta Horvath and her husband Ralph – retired from their winery business and in their 70’s – decided to go on…
As told to Celeste Helm I was born into a military family. When I entered the scene, we already had four generations that served going back to the Union Army…
By Mary Kay Rotert Just before the Millenium (AND before the common usage of GPS and cellular telephones), my late husband, Charles Rotert, “decided” that we should take a long…
Celeste Helm’s life is a tapestry of family, adventure, and compassion. She is proud to be a second-generation resident of Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury, following in the footsteps of her parents, John…
“What I love about RWC is the loving and happy family atmosphere among and between residents and staff and the security of know that I will be surrounded by these special people for the rest of my life.”
“What I see as the most positive aspects of RWC are the friendliness of staff, the generous layout of buildings and landscaping; close proximity to Kilmarnock; indoor pool, fitness center, lake, trails and continuing care facilities (no extra charge!).”
“I congratulate the staff for their creativity and willingness to adapt to new situations as they come up! I believe RWC will out on the other side of this even better than before, which is a real challenge since I have always held RWC in my highest regard.”
“RWC’s intimate community has many more ‘ups’ than ‘downs.’ Knowing lots of residents by first name, getting to know someone new at the dinner table or sharing a funny story over a croquet match is a wonderful way to get acquainted.”
“I am very happy every morning when I get out of bed and say a prayer thanking God that I am well and can live at RWC where I have so many good friends and am well cared for.”
“The freedom of being able to choose just how much, or how little we do, as a couple, or individually each day is a gift. The spontaneity of the RWC lifestyle is an elixir.”
Co-Owner and Two Others Showcase Their Work If you’ve ever been down Main Street in Kilmarnock and spotted the colorful sign that says, “Rappahannock Hang-Ups,” you may think, “This must…
RWC resident Larry Hammond went from serving in Vietnam to playing in rock n’ roll bands As November approaches, Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury (RWC) prepares to honor its military veterans through the…
Annual Exhibition Features Watercolors, Acrylics Callao resident and local artist Pam Bowers has been teaching an art class at Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury for more than 20 years and although she jokes…
Two Friends Just Returning from Long Vacations to Exhibit at RWC Fresh off a two-month stay in Alaska, September RWC featured artist Kay Vincent is speaking for her co-exhibitor Joan…
August Art Show to Feature People, Children and Water White Stone artist Doug Mock’s journey is deeply rooted in the beauty of life’s simple moments – a sentiment echoed in…
Breakthrough Results in Safe Cannabis Use for Seniors After Cannability Consulting launched in June 2023 and resulted in impressive results among seniors at Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay, Dr. Alex Hill,…
