My Horse
By RWC Resident Harriet D. (Reprinted with permission by “Our Neighborhood,” a resident story newsletter) His name was Sampson. He was a gorgeous, shiny deep brown color with an interesting white face, stunning strong
Following the Pied Piper to Dinner
By RWC Resident Betty T. Mill, PhD (Reprinted with permission from “Our Neighborhoods”) There was a time around 1983, I accompanied my husband on a trip to a NATO meeting in West Germany before
Do Retirement Communities Allow Pets? A Look At Senior Living Pet Policies
Retirement communities are a popular choice for older adults who are looking for a comfortable, low-maintenance, and supportive environment. But for animal lovers who are considering making a senior living move to one of
How Good Reading Habits Can Enrich Your Senior Lifestyle
Whether you enjoy novels, history books, how-to guides, or anything in between, you might be surprised at how many advantages good reading habits can offer during retirement. Reading regularly can be good for you,
Reap the Health Benefits of Gardening for Seniors at RWC
Gardening is a great hobby for people who like to stay active, get plenty of fresh air, and accomplish something useful in their free time. It also offers a surprising array of health benefits,
RWC Resident Larry Hammond Honors St. Patrick’s Day with His Bagpiping Talent
With St. Patrick’s Day fast approaching, Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury is taking a moment to spotlight the remarkable talent of one of our residents. Bagpiping, widely recognized as a hallmark of Scottish tradition, has also played
How CCRCs Can Relieve Retirement Anxiety
Reaching retirement can be a joyful time in your life: it comes with the promise of far more leisure time than you previously had, and almost complete autonomy over your schedule and lifestyle. However,
The Joys and Benefits of Owning a Pet for Seniors
If you’re considering moving into a retirement community but are worried about what will happen to your pet, there’s good news: if you choose the right one, such as Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury, you can take
RWC encourages residents’ interests – including ham radio!
One of the things residents love about living at Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury is that the staff accommodates many activities and clubs that have formed, even when just a few residents are involved. This includes Chat
RWC by the Numbers
Click this image to enlarge Many of our residents often say they love living at Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury because of the interesting people here. We are a diverse bunch hailing