This month, our community has been bustling with heartfelt traditions, festive gatherings and meaningful connections—each event reflects the joy and togetherness this season inspires.

Each morning, the Showalters wake up and walk together through VMRC’s mile-long Dogwood Trail. The fresh Valley air and peaceful surroundings set the perfect tone for their day. Then they ask themselves, “What are we going to do today?” At VMRC, the Showalters’ days are filled with excitement, social connections, and the kind of joyful living that many strive to find. Here, they have found true happiness.

Students that volunteer at VMRC gain so much more than simply fulfilling a class requirement in a particular field of study – they create meaningful relationships with residents as well as professional connections with our highly skilled staff.

VMRC will host a nursing job fair for anyone who wants a professional change or is simply curious about what we offer. The event will provide heavy refreshments and on-the-spot interviews. 

Carolyn Wilson felt like she was home from the first time she drove up The Park Village driveway. She shares that VMRC isn’t an institution, it’s a community. We are blessed to have so many wonderful residents here that spread joy and shine their light wherever they go. Carolyn is that very kind of person.

It’s official! After years of dedicated work, the Farm at Willow Run has become USDA Certified Organic. This means the farm’s produce meets USDA organic standards, having been grown in soil without USDA-prohibited substances or pesticides.

Greg Nesselrodt discusses how he crafts new spaces.

In a heartfelt and memorable evening, VMRC recently celebrated its 70th year of serving the community with an event that brought together guests, residents, staff members and descendants of our community’s pioneers to share reflections and stories about VMRC.

When you volunteer at VMRC, you’re more than just providing company and support for our residents; you’re helping to create meaningful life in our community. At VMRC volunteers are able to create real connections with our residents thanks to the authentic and intentional rhythm of daily life at our campus.

From an impressive pool of more than 500 entries coming from 19 states, including as far as Oregon, jurors meticulously curated 92 exceptional works of art from 179 artists. The VMRC National Juried Art Exhibition opened on Sunday, May 26. Since the opening, winners have been announced.

Embrace Change with Morgan Paixao of Humble Home Organizing

Entering the healthcare industry and finding a job that offers both flexibility and fulfillment can be a challenge. But for Iris and Echo, two sisters who found their purpose and direction at VMRC, it was a journey worth taking.

Carolyn Wilson's life experiences are as diverse as the flowers she grows. She was born in Long Beach, California and grew up in a Navy family. During her youth, Carolyn's family did two turns in Norfolk, Virginia — home to the world’s largest naval base. She also lived in Oklahoma, New Mexico, Maryland and Washington D.C.

VMRC residents and staff wait for clouds to part to catch a glance of the solar eclipse.

VMRC residents, staff and members of our Wellness Center participated in a nationwide event called Pump It For Parkinson's held on Thursday, April 11, which is World’s Parkinson’s Day. Parkinson's Awareness Month is observed annually in April.

At Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community (VMRC), we are dedicated to treating aging adults with dignity and compassion. Annually, thanks to the remarkable generosity of our donors to the VMRC Foundation, we can extend Compassion Care to 20-30 residents who, through no fault of their own, have exhausted their financial resources.

In anticipation of Holy Week and Easter, Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community (VMRC) is happy to announce plans to share the exhibit "Stations in the Street," an innovative art show by renowned artist Scott Erickson.