When older adults begin exploring senior living options, they often focus on the obvious factors: cost, services, amenities, healthcare access, and location. These are definitely important considerations, but after many years of talking with
Three Years at RWC and Still Finding New Reasons to Love It As Bob Woods approaches his third anniversary at Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury, he finds himself reflecting on what makes life here so enjoyable. For
A Life of Caring – Now Surrounded by Community When Dr. Betty Mill moved to the community nearly four years ago, she brought with her a lifetime of caring for others. A nurse practitioner
As people live longer and remain active well into retirement, many older adults are rethinking what they want from a retirement community. In the past, senior living options were often designed primarily around assistance
Deciding whether to move into a senior living community is often driven not just by housing needs but by deep emotional, financial, and practical concerns. Many older adults and their loved ones express a
Residents and listeners across the Northern Neck now have a new voice to tune in to every Wednesday afternoon. RWC resident John “Johnny D” Dickman is the host of a weekly radio show on
The recent severe winter weather reminded millions of Americans just how powerful Mother Nature can be. From heavy snow and frigid temperatures to power outages and icy roads, the storm challenged families and communities
Valentine’s Day is often associated with flowers, chocolates, and time with loved ones — but it’s also the perfect time to give your heart a little extra love. For older adults, heart health plays
By Betty Mill, Ph.D. When my roommate and I decided to leave our jobs at Yale-New Haven hospital, we set out on a three-month road trip that would take us to several places through
By Ed Townes My father, a banker who headed the mortgage department, came home one day with a baby crow given to him by a customer. Dad turned over the crow to me and
