Culpepper Garden

10/02/2025

Thank you to our partners at Rock Spring Congregational United Church of Christ for hosting such a wonderful event this past Sunday. It was an honor to participate in their volunteer fair alongside other nonprofits working to make a difference in our community. We truly enjoyed engaging with the welcoming church members and are deeply grateful for Rock Spring UCC's generous ongoing support of the older adults that we serve.

10/01/2025

FALL PLANTING EVENT - OCT 25
Get ready to dig in and have some fun at our First Responders Fall Planting Event! We’ll be rolling up our sleeves, getting our hands dirty in the garden, and planting seeds of community as we welcome the autumn season. Join us for a festive day of fall vibes, fresh air, and great company—including our amazing friends and local first responders! Register here:

Join us on First Responders Planting Day, where we'll honor our brave heroes by planting bulbs together in this very special garden!

10/01/2025

Last week's Home Health Aide Fair was a valuable and well-received event that drew significant interest from our seniors. Residents of Culpepper Garden had the opportunity to connect with representatives from various Home Health agencies to explore the wide range of services, resources, and programs available to support their health and well-being, as well as that of their families. Thank you to all of the participating agencies who staffed tables and donated raffle prizes.

09/12/2025

Rodeo Roundup
Today was a rootin’-tootin’ good time as we hosted a lively rodeo event for our residents! Seniors came dressed to impress in their finest cowboy and cowgirl gear, ready to embrace the spirit of the Wild West. The day was filled with delicious food, toe-tapping live music courtesy of the Sunshine Gang, and a dazzling display of line dancing from some of our most spirited residents. The energy was high, the smiles were wide, and the fun was unforgettable! Yeehaw!

09/12/2025

What a sobering article! https://www.ncoa.org/article/poverty-among-older-adults-keeps-growing/
As the fastest-growing segment of the American population, we share a collective responsibility to support older adults —especially in recognition of the many ways they’ve enriched our lives and communities. Every older adult, regardless of income, deserves to age with dignity. That means coming together to advocate for their needs and ensuring that senior poverty is never treated as acceptable.

The U.S. Census Bureau just released annual data on poverty, income, and health insurance, showing that poverty among older adults has risen to 15%. Recently, vital programs, like SNAP and Medicaid, have received budget cuts, opening the door for more older adults to be unable to afford the costs of...

08/25/2025

We're honored to be Unitarian Universalist Church of Arlington, VA's Share the Plate recipient for the month of August. This generous support strengthens our work and reflects shared values of justice, solidarity, and compassion. Thank you to our friends at UUCA for your partnership and support! 💛

08/23/2025

Save the Date! Our First Responders Fall Planting event is coming back. Get ready to dig in with our community members and local first responders for a fun afternoon of planting in the garden. This event is free to attend, and registration is open now.

08/22/2025

💜 Give it up for the color purple! The garden is bursting with stunning blooms today — a true feast for the eyes of birds, bees, butterflies, and us humans too. Nature’s putting on a purple-powered show, and we’re loving every moment! 🌸🐝🦋

08/22/2025

🌺 Aloha vibes all around at yesterday’s Hawaiian Luau Party! Residents rocked their leis, sipped tropical drinks, shared laughs, and enjoyed ukulele tunes, and hula dancing. Such a fun and festive afternoon! 🌴🍍🌞

08/13/2025

Though our programs are changing, our mission remains the same: to provide affordable housing and compassionate services and support for older adults on limited incomes.

Thank you for standing with us as we move through this important transition to better serve our residents - now and for generations to come.
https://www.arlnow.com/2025/07/02/culpepper-garden-announces-plans-to-phase-out-assisted-living-facilities/

The Culpepper Garden senior-housing community has announced plans to close its assisted-living wing, leaving some families to scramble to find new homes for loved ones. Current residents will be able to stay until at least next summer, which leadership hopes will give families enough time to find ot...