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Now Scheduling: Info Sessions on Community Needs Assessment Project
Posted on 12/31/2019
In 2019, Bridgewater Retirement Community (BRC) teamed up with Valley Program for Aging Services (VPAS) and Holleran, an independent research and consulting firm, to conduct an in-depth Senior Community Needs Assessment for the Harrisonburg, Rockingham and Augusta County areas. The project is the first ever to take a comprehensive look at the experiences and challenges […]A New Chapter for Lev
Posted on 12/20/2019
Teller of tales, editor of The Bridge, the woman behind the camera. For 30 years, Lev Norford has supported, written about, and enthusiastically engaged as a member of the BRC community. She’s held many roles here, always with cheerful demeanor and kindness in her heart. On January 1, she will retire from her current position […]Volunteer Spotlight: Betty Caricofe
Posted on 12/20/2019
As of this month, Betty Caricofe has lived in Bridgewater Village for six years. She and her husband, J.H., are great examples of people who have come “full circle” in life. Betty has spent the last two years volunteering as president of the BRC Village Residents Association. Some people like being in the background; not […]Volunteer Spotlight: Maria Costillo
Posted on 11/21/2019
Madison Community Scholar As part of her scholastic experience at James Madison University, Maria Castillo was granted an “amazing opportunity!” when she was awarded a position as a Madison Community Scholar. Experience, scholarship, a bi-weekly leadership session, and opportunities to develop her resume as she moves toward graduation are just part of what she has […]BRC Nursing Households Receive National “Best Nursing Homes” Rating
Posted on 11/21/2019
The Nursing Households at BRC received the top rating of “High Performing” when U.S. News & World Report released its ranking of Best Nursing Homes for 2019-20 in late October. Out of 13,685 nursing homes across the country rated for long-term care, only 8 percent including BRC achieved this recognition. Click here to read the […]Custer Dining Room Re-opens
Posted on 11/21/2019
As November 12—the date set for the re-opening of BRC’s Custer Dining Room in its Houff Community Center—approached, anticipation built throughout the community. That Tuesday evening was cold and blustery, with a sharp wind bringing temperatures that would plummet into the teens later that night. Still, many guests from throughout the BRC Village braved […]Sometimes wellness involves screen time
Posted on 11/21/2019
Bridgewater’s Director of Well-Being & Engagement explains her holistic understanding of wellness BRC’s Independent Living team had a vision for BRC’s seniors, and it involved iPads. Laura Spicer was one of the first people called upon by Sarah Hagan, Vice President for Independent and Assisted Living, to help turn that vision into a reality. A […]Bridgewater Assisted Living Gets New Energy
Posted on 10/22/2019
As residents, team members and visitors can attest, there have been many positive changes at Bridgewater Retirement Community over the years. The recent construction phase—which includes both improvements and new buildings—is winding down, and the results will yield dividends for current and new residents alike. One group that will soon see a noticeable change is […]Volunteer Spotlight: Phyllis Arbogast
Posted on 10/21/2019
By Lev Norford “O Happy Day” is not just a frequent motto on Phyllis Arbogast’s lips. Those of us who know her, know she lives this motto, always looking for the best and working to recognize and make joy-filled moments for others. In November Phyllis will celebrate her four-year anniversary of living in Bridgewater Village, […]Volunteer Spotlight: Carlyle Whitelow
Posted on 9/25/2019
If you know Carlyle Whitelow, you know he is friendly, open and loves people. Rarely a Thursday goes by without his smile uplifting team members and residents. He stops BRC’s Administrative Center every week, bringing joy along with tasty treats. “Hello, how are you?” Are you having a good day? Oh, tell me? Beautiful! You […]