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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 […]Come Visit Bridgewater Retirement Community’s New and Updated Areas
Posted on 10/9/2017
The Oasis: New Outdoor Gathering Area Complete The Oasis, the new outdoor gathering area on the Bridgewater Retirement Community campus is being enjoyed by many. If you have not been on our campus recently we suggest that you come and join us this Fall to get to know “The Oasis”! The 2000 square foot open-air […]Major renovations bring energy to Hearthstone Manor
Posted on 9/7/2017
New Life for an Old Building The saying goes, “everything old is new again.” We’ve seen swing dancing, bell bottoms and popped collars all return to popularity. Now Bridgewater Retirement Community is giving new life to a favorite apartment building within the community: Hearthstone Manor. “We felt it was time to renovate Hearthstone Manor,” says […]What You Need to Know About Upcoming Changes to Nutrition Labels
Posted on 7/25/2017
Nutrition Labels Changing next year… Watch the national news. So, who knew that an occasional Snickers bar is really two sneaky bars in one wrapper? Don’t believe it? Look at the portion size listed on the wrapper, and when you “eat the whole thing” multiply the calories by two. Yipes! And a bigger insult, a […]The Grove Future Residents “Celebrate Something New”
Posted on 7/7/2017
On June 13th, 2017, Bridgewater Retirement Community hosted an exclusive dinner for future residents of The Grove & their friends to “Celebrate Something New”. The dinner was held at The Meeting House at Bluestone Vineyard. Future residents enjoyed an amazing four-course meal prepared especially for them by Chef Raquel Williams and her catering team. Future […]Three Limited-Time Incentives Available at The Grove
Posted on 6/19/2017
Reservation Incentives Available at The Grove Reserve one of the first 24 apartments at The Grove and select one of the following incentives FREE: · 2 FREE months of your Monthly Service Fee · $5,000 worth of upgrades to your new home (flooring, appliances) · Transitions Package: Take the stress out of the transition to your […]Call for Junior Volunteers
Posted on 5/1/2017
Calling All SUPERHEROES! Bridgewater Retirement Community’s 2017 Junior Volunteer Program is accepting applicants. Use your time this summer to make an Impact! Be a HERO! ✓ Are you age 12-18? ✓ Do you want to learn more about the health care field? ✓ Do you want to make a difference in your community? ✓ Are you […]