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Town of Bridgewater Christmas Parade
Posted on 11/29/2017
Bridgewater Foods Supermarket is pleased to present their fifth annual Christmas Parade! Festivities begin at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 9th. Floats will make a stop in front of the Bridgewater Fire Department. After the parade, stop by the Bridgewater Fire Department for photos with Santa! 5th Annual Bridgewater Foods Christmas Parade December 9th at 10:00am […]Construction on The Grove will begin in January 2018
Posted on 11/29/2017
Stay Warm in Your New Home…. We are excited to share The Grove, the next generation of independent living lifestyles at Bridgewater Retirement Community with you! The Grove will offer 34 New apartments in a three-story building that will be attached to Maple Terrace and the Houff Community Center. The one and two bedroom apartments […]Volunteer Spotlight: A Passion for Music
Posted on 11/29/2017
Where words fail, music speaks. Do you have a musical talent you would be willing to share to enhance the quality of life for residents at BRC? This volunteer opportunity is perfect for the individual or group that has a passion for music. Bring your instrument or use a piano in one of our households or […]Christmas at Bridgewater Retirement Community
Posted on 11/29/2017
Join us and share in the Christmas spirit You are invited to join us and celebrate this magical time of the year. Come see and share in the Christmas spirit here at Bridgewater Retirement Community as the community is filled with joy in the air. We would love for you to join us at one […]Bridgewater Retirement Community Announces Campus Expansion and Renovation
Posted on 11/29/2017
Bridgewater Retirement Community’s Board announces plans for a new expansion and renovation project. Rodney Alderfer, President, announced today that Nielsen Construction Company was awarded the construction contract, which is to begin immediately. The project includes the new construction of two large buildings on the campus as well as the renovation of two existing buildings. The […]Bridgewater named as one of “10 Most Successful Cities in Virginia.”
Posted on 11/6/2017
Zippia.com has compiled a list of the most successful cities in Virginia, based on household income, poverty level, and unemployment. Bridgewater, which finished seventh, was the only locality outside of Northern Virginia or Hampton Roads in the top 10. Bridgewater’s population of 5,812 make this such a vibrant place to live!Cottage Gifts: Volunteers Needed
Posted on 11/6/2017
Cottage Gifts has a NEW look, NEW merchandise and is seeking some NEW volunteers. Cottage Gifts is currently recruiting volunteers for Cashier, Display Setup and Advertising Helpers. If any of these opportunities interest you please contact, Laura Ipock Powell at 540-828-2682 or Lipock@brcliving.orgThanksgiving at Bridgewater: In Good Company
Posted on 11/6/2017
The holidays are upon us! Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, New Year’s, and the other winter holidays are a time for food, family, and togetherness. For over fifty years, Bridgewater Retirement Community has provided care not only for our residents’ physical needs, but their social and mental needs as well. Bridgewater’s mission to provide an engaging lifestyle […]The Power Of Music In Dementia Care
Posted on 10/13/2017
This article was provided by Ellen Phipps is a gerontologist; vice president of programs and public policy for Alzheimer’s Association, Central and Western Virginia Chapter; and author of The Connections Activity Program for Persons with Dementia. Almost daily, in my work and leisure, I am reminded of the transformative power of music. Whether sitting at […]8 things to know about the influenza vaccine
Posted on 10/9/2017
Take care of yourself by getting your flu shot! Winter is coming. That means shorter days, snow (we hope!), and holiday cheer. It also, unfortunately, means flu season. It’s no secret that influenza (the real “flu,” not what many people call “the flu,” which is just a bad cold) affects seniors more seriously than other […]