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Great Adventures Start Here

Rhonda Collins & BRC’s Adventure Club If you’ve ever wondered who keeps life in the village lively, look no further than Rhonda Collins—Life Enrichment Specialist and the spirited force behind BRC’s Adventure Club, an ever-growing lineup of resident bucket-list adventures ranging from rock walls to rafting, blueberry picking to riding the rails, and even ziplining […]

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Rodney Alderfer: Embodying energy for life at Bridgewater Retirement Community

Through his leadership, this ICAA NuStep Pinnacle Award winner has fostered a culture in which older adults lead thriving and active lives as part of a compassionate community in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley by Julie King, MS This article is part of ongoing coverage of the winners of the ICAA NuStep Best in Wellness Awards. A […]

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Introducing Good Roots: BRC’s New Community Initiative

The Shenandoah Valley has a rich agricultural heritage. Good soil makes for good roots. And good roots make for good food, good health, and a thriving community. At Bridgewater Retirement Community, we want our dining program to reflect that truth. Food should do more than fill a plate. Food should connect us—to our home in […]

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Relief, Reimagined: Innovative CBD Wellness Program at Bridgewater Retirement Community

In fall 2024, Bridgewater Retirement Community (BRC) began a partnership with Cannability Consulting to explore the safe, thoughtful use of hemp-derived CBD products in its nursing households. The goal: provide another tool for managing chronic pain, sleep disturbances, anxiety, and certain dementia-related behaviors. BRC Vice President of Health Services Jeff Lambert first connected with Dr. […]

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“Cycling Without Age” in Rockingham County

Trishaw Rides Bring Freedom, Joy, and Connection to Residents at BRC

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Celebrating the Past, Serving the Future: Founders Day and the “60 in 60” Kickoff

What better way to celebrate 60 years of community than by giving back to it?

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Aging Gracefully: How to Meet Your Body’s Changing Needs

Aging brings a variety of changes to our bodies, but with thoughtful care and consistent effort, it’s possible to age gracefully while maintaining strength, mobility, and cognitive function. By adopting targeted exercise routines, balanced nutrition, and preventive health strategies, older adults can enhance their quality of life and thrive in their later years.

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New Innovation Grant Projects Underway

Building on the momentum from the successful LiveWell campaign, which raised $5 million for programming, BRC’s Foundation Board has awarded a second round of grants to fuel new and innovative initiatives that enrich the lives of residents, empower team members, and enhance community outreach. After wrapping up the first year of grant funding, the second […]