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The baby-boom generation expects to redefine retirement
Posted on 4/24/2017
A national survey of 1,000 persons by Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate found that 57 percent of boomers plan to leave their current homes when they retire. But nearly three-quarters of boomers, 72 percent, say they will retire in the state where they currently live. “For me, I think retirement is the change in […]Should I be discouraged if there is waiting list at a retirement community?
Posted on 3/21/2017
“I’m feeling a little discouraged after a friend told me about a waiting list at a retirement community I was considering. Should I just look somewhere else?” Don’t be discouraged. The best retirement communities have waiting lists. Consider putting your name on the waiting list for your top two or three communities…many people do. Each […]Vote for Bridgewater Retirement Community in the Senior Living Awards
Posted on 2/20/2017
Please vote for Bridgewater Retirement Community in the OurHealth Charlottesville & Shenandoah Valley’s 3rd Annual Senior Living Awards! Vote here: https://ourhealth.typeform.com/to/jGzioN Polls are open for 60 days, through March 31st. Award winners will be announced in the July/August issue of OurHealth Charlottesville & Shenandoah Valley magazine, online and via social media. Vote here: https://ourhealth.typeform.com/to/jGzioNVirginia Ranked #1 State for Retirement
Posted on 2/10/2017
Virginia, one of just 12 states with no grade lower than a C, was a standout in the community quality of life and financial categories, displayed by a high median income relative to the national average, a low cost of living, healthy private sector retirement assets, and a below-average tax burden. “The retirement environment seeks […]Medicare Makes It Easier For Persons Living With Alzheimer’s Disease
Posted on 12/5/2016
Medicare makes it easier for physicians to provide critical care and support services for persons living with Alzheimer’s disease The Alzheimer’s Association is celebrating an important milestone for the millions of Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease. For the first time people living with Alzheimer’s disease will have access to care planning with a medical professional. […]Tips To Make A Visit The Doctor Easier
Posted on 12/5/2016
Concerned about Memory Problems in a family member? Tips to make a visit the doctor easier. By Annie Marrs, LCSW, Family Services Director, Alzheimer’s Association Whether you are a current caregiver or you are concerned that someone you love is showing possible signs of memory or cognitive impairment – initiating a doctor’s visit can be […]Fall Festival 2016 Program Book
Posted on 8/25/2016
Our Fall Festival 2016 Program Book is now online. Please click on the image to view.July 2016 Activity Calendars
Posted on 7/1/2016
Click on a calendar to view full-size: Tranquility House Gardner Wing The House of Joy Independent Living Assisted LivingChange of Venue – Huffman Health Center Rededication on Sunday, May 1
Posted on 4/29/2016
OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE! Huffman Health Center Rededication on Sunday, May 1 CHANGE OF VENUE Due to inclement weather predictions Service of Rededication will now be held in Lantz Chapel on Homeview Drive at Bridgewater Retirement Community and will begin at 2:30 p.m. The reception scheduled to follow the service has been moved to June’s Cafe […]