“Community is a big part of whowe are. It’s the most importantword in our name, BridgewaterRetirement Community.”— Rodney Alderfer
From the PresidentDear Friends,Community is a big part of who we are. It’s the most important word in our name, BridgewaterRetirement Community. In community we create true home, make meaningful connections, andwork toward the best possible quality of life—for residents, team members, and families.Although it may have been the most obvious thing about BRC in 2019, construction was not theonly important initiative that was underway. In fact, as we eagerly work toward the completionof our (for us) massive construction project, we are also laying the foundation for a new eraof connections and outreach with our broader community while simultaneously enhancingopportunities within our BRC community.BRC has its greatest impact on quality of life for its residents and team members, of course, andthey remain our top priority. We believe we can also contribute more to the broader community ina meaningful way. We want to have an impact on the lives of people beyond the 1,000+ who live orwork on our 55-acre campus.To that end, BRC was the driving force behind the 2019 Senior Community Needs Assessment, acomprehensive study sponsored by BRC in partnership with Valley Program for Aging Services andHolleran, an independent research firm. Our purpose was to determine the most pressing needsof people 65 and older in Rockingham County, Harrisonburg, and Augusta County. The resultsare being analyzed and will be made public this spring so that local government, health providers,nonprofits, and civic organizations can work together creatively to address those needs.The year 2019 was also the first full year of our Community Connections initiative, whichcoordinates service opportunities every month for BRC residents and team members to work sideby-sideto make a difference for the homeless, first responders, veterans, and many others.Internally we are also focused on supporting our community in every way possible. Theinfrastructure renovations and expansions included in current construction projects will enhanceour physical environment, foster wellbeing in all dimensions, and nurture our spirit of community.These physical improvements are matched by initiatives that support quality of life now and into thefuture. The pages of this report contain highlights of the myriad ways in which the people of BRChave made a difference for and with others.Thank you for being our partner in this important work. You empower us to make a difference forso many.Sincerely,Rodney D. AlderferPresident | Bridgewater Retirement CommunityBRIDGEWATER RETIREMENT COMMUNITY | IMPACT REPORT 2019 1
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