On December 7th, the VMRC Foundation held its annual Celebration of Lights, a holiday service to honor and remember loved ones. The beautiful evening was filled with music, joy and reflection.

VMRC is not just a place; it's a community, a shared vision, and a source of inspiration.

Earlier in the fall, VMRC’s Director of Nursing Rebecca Kline and Director of Assisted Living Kristin Trask reached out to elected officials to talk about a major challenge in our industry: the impact of our ongoing nursing shortage.

Residents of the Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community (VMRC) found their fit during Active Aging Week 2023, an annual celebration that connects residents and community members with new tools and insights to help them grow and expand their physical, social and intellectual capacities.

VMRC hosts a variety of events and gatherings that are designed to help people age well and live fully in all aspects of life. Elder Exchange, a monthly academic forum, is one such event. During this gathering, residents and guests discuss faith and ideas from a Christian perspective.

Do you have leftover summer squash and zucchini? Our chefs have a solution. They prepared an amazing ratatouille recipe and presented the meal during our Veggiefest 2023 event.

VMRC is a destination hub inside an exciting city brimming with experiences. From delightful dining and outdoor adventures to great music and theatrical performances, Harrisonburg offers something to enjoy for everyone. 

VMRC nurses like serving in our community for many reasons. They enjoy the feeling of making a difference in the lives of others. They appreciate the opportunity to learn and grow in their careers. When VMRC nurses come to work, they get to live out their purpose.

This move-in-ready, three-bedroom, two-bath home is gorgeous. Lots of sunlight

The VMRC Golf Benefit is not just another golf fundraiser – it’s personal.

Each month, individuals and couples choose to make us a part of their retirement planning — even before they are ready to retire.

This spring, college seniors from all over the country.

The Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community 2023 Juried Art Exhibition is set.

The “Great Return” brought back hugs, uncovered smiles and the joy of getting together.

Of all the things we do with time—earn it, spend it or save it—one of the most precious things we can do with time is gift it!

“Be the exception. Be the person people can count on.” Janet Shank’s strengths include attention to detail and follow-through.

Take a look at this beauty’s floor plan. As you’ll see, apartment 206 in the Park Gables neighborhood of VMRC lets in lots of natural light.

The Call for Artists is underway in preparation for VMRC’s 2023 National Juried Art Exhibition. This year’s exhibit will mark 20 years of delighting and enriching residents and visitors with gripping works of art.

Winter brings many things we enjoy—the holidays, gift giving and receiving, and a new year to embrace life. But winter also comes with its downsides—shorter days, inclement weather, more indoor time and loneliness. To prepare, we buy warm clothing, stock up on food, winterize our vehicles and insulate our homes. But do we insulate our hearts? Do we winterize ourselves?

“Thank you so much for offering me (the new apartment). I have been thinking of moving to a one bedroom ever since Ben passed away … it was important to me to be a good steward of what we had worked for. In hindsight, though, I began the process too soon. Grief does not allow one to think clearly and objectively or to be decisive and settled about one’s choices … At this point, I have definitely been able to turn a corner and am ready for a change.