Blog Posts
What The Best Life Plan Communities Have in Common
A continuing care retirement community (also called a life plan community or CCRC) is a unique type of 55 community that provides both independent living residences as well as a full continuum of care
Things To Do in Coastal Virginia This Summer
There’s no shortage of things to do in the Commonwealth at any time of year, but to really get the most out of your summer, head to one of the many coastal cities in
CCRCs Can Help Seniors Overcome Obstacles to Physical Activity
In the upper half of the country, summertime presents many opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. While such physical activity has an array of health benefits for seniors, many people become increasingly inactive as they
Fight Stereotypes About Aging This Older Americans Month
Most people associate the month of May with Mother’s Day and Memorial Day. But did you know that May is also Older Americans Month? It’s a great time to celebrate the lives and contributions
Aging at Home — A Few Important Planning Considerations
Home is where the heart is. It is a familiar setting where you feel most comfortable, surrounded by memories that create a strong emotional connection. For many people staying at home is symbolic of
News Releases
Two Residents Have Enjoyed Life at RWC for More Than 20 Years
Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury Recognizes Older Americans Month May is Older Americans Month and Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury (RWC) is proud to celebrate two of its longest-standing residents, Charlie Miller and Pat Morris, who
Chesapeake Academy Artists to Exhibit at RWC for First Time Since the Pandemic
Irvington grade school students display best work of the year in May In its first open-to-the-public art exhibition since COVID-19 hit the U.S. in March 2020, Rappahannock Westminster Canterbury
From Bar Harbor to Key West: RWC Resident Bob Holley’s Inspiring Cycling Journey
Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury Recognizes National Bike Month The journey of a lifetime begins with a single step or in this case, a pedal. For RWC resident Bob Holley, that pedal led
Parkinson’s Awareness Month Recognized in April
RWC offers exercise classes, support groups and financial resources for those with the disease Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury (RWC) is dedicated to improving the lives of those living with Parkinson's disease, especially during
RWC 2022 Accomplishments: A Year of Community Growth and Development
Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury had a highly successful year in 2022, with a wide range of accomplishments and new developments that further enhanced the community for staff and residents alike. Nineteen new residents moved into the
Upcoming Events
At RWC, you can do as little or as much as you want.
Join us for a Fitness Open House 9 a.m.-noon on June 14. We’ll be giving out coupons for a free Living Well class anytime in the month of June or July.
During our Open House, you can:
- Try out our fitness classes
- Chat with residents and staff about our wellness program
- Enjoy complimentary refreshments
You can also tour our 18,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art Life Enrichment Center that includes an aquatics area, exercise classrooms, fitness equipment, locker rooms and community spaces. Don’t miss out on our door prizes, giveaways, and discounted memberships.
View our Wellness/Fitness Calendar and our Activities Calendar to see what may be coming up or of interest. The calendar is full of activities on and off campus.
Tools and Resources
Making the move to a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) is a big decision. To make sure relocating to Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury is the right move for you or your parents, we’ve compiled some handy resources and online tools.
RWC is not just a CCRC, but a Total Life Plan Community. You and your family can choose which works best for your situation. While the fees are higher when you select a Total Life Plan, you are ensured the continuum of care for life from independent living to assisting living to health care and even memory care. In fact, 89 percent of our current residents chose the Total Life Plan for this peace of mind.
Marketing Brochure and Fees
Request our Marketing Brochure and Fees to find out about our various fee structures and refundable plans and about the RWC Foundation that helps ensure that residents whose financial resources have been exhausted in spite of prudent planning can remain at RWC.
Living Options
Situated on 165 wooded acres, RWC has more free-standing homes than most retirement communities – 46 homes with 1 or 2-car garages in a variety of floor plans and up to 2,200 square feet. We also offer 77 cottages and 33 apartments from studio apartments to two-bedroom, two bath – some with a beautiful view of our 7-acre manmade lake.
Virtual Tours
While nothing beats an in-person tour, you can take a sneak peek at a variety of our housing options via our 360-degree virtual tours.
MoneyGauge Survey
One of the biggest misconceptions people have about moving to a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) is that they cannot afford it. Answer 7 questions to find out if RWC is the right financial fit for you.
CCRC Tax Benefit
The IRS allows medical deductions for residents who itemize their deductions from gross income. A portion of the monthly fee may for independent living residents may qualify as a medical expense deduction (usually about a third of the entrance fee or somewhere near 30%) on your taxes. To find out about the current year’s exact percentage, contact RWC’s Marketing Team because the percentage fluctuates.
Finances are not the only consideration, of course. Many people wait to move to a CCRC because they are reluctant to admit that they may need a bit of extra help now or in the future.
Roobrik Tool
You can find out which options for the next stage of life are the best fit for you or your family with this quick survey tool that assesses if it’s the right time to downsize and the potential need for assistance.
RWC Blog
Our blog is full of useful posts about everything from why the holidays are a great time to talk to your parents about moving to a CCRC, why fall is a good time to move, 3 reasons seniors delay the decision to move, the joys of pet ownership for seniors and more! You can find answers to many of the questions within these blog posts.
Jerry H.
“The residents have been most welcoming and friendly. The staff is very helpful, thoughtful and friendly.”
Lloyd and Valda F.
“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.”
Helene and Peter B.
“These are our 5 favorite things about RWC not in any particular order: our residence and neighbors, the friendly staff, an excellent library, the facilities at the Life Enrichment Center, and especially all who cook, prepare, and serve our food.”
Testimonials
Research testimonials and reviews about any community you are considering. Resident and staff comments can help shed light on what it’s like to live or work in the CCRC.
Other resources that may help with your decision:
- Home Solutions – concierge services that take care of things like picking up your groceries, scheduling appointments, planning special events and more
- FAQs – Answers to frequently asked questions
- Rappahannock Club – Join our future residency club to “try before you buy.”
- Relocation Services – RWC has a list of approved and vetted local Realtors, home staging experts, downsizing pros, moving companies and more. Contact RWC’s Marketing Team.
- Support Services – Find out about on-site support services available to residents and the community such as our Fit for Life wellness program, At Home with RWC, Parkinson’s, Memory Care and Grief support groups.