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May/June 2026

May/June 2026

Retire-VA: Community and Services Directory 2024

A comprehensive guide to regional facilities and services available for retired persons.

Oct 18, 2024
By: RKR

The Retirement Series: Hospice Care

Our second Retirement Series podcast episode shines a light on hospice care, thanks in partnership with Good Samaritan Hospice, as we chat with CEO Aaron Housh about services, hospice myths vs. facts and much more.

Apr 8, 2024
By: RKR

The Retirement Series: Aging in Place

Welcome to The Roanoker Presents From Print to Podcast: The Retirement Series, a spinoff series by our sister publication, RETIRE-VA. This new podcast is perfect for those navigating the labyrinth of retirement living in Virginia's Blue Ridge.

Jan 4, 2024
By: RKR

Ask the Experts: Retirement Q&A

With retirement comes many questions. Luckily, our experts are ready to help you with your journey.

Nov 1, 2023
By: RKR

Back to School

Retirees head back to campus and share their wisdom and expertise as adjunct instructors.

Nov 1, 2023
By: Aila Boyd

Retire-VA: Community and Services Directory 2023

A comprehensive guide to regional facilities and services available for retired persons.

Nov 1, 2023
By: RKR

Giving Back in Retirement

Taking the time to better your community makes a huge difference to those around you – and can even improve your own well-being.

Oct 5, 2023
By: Sarah Riddell

Exercise Classes: Physical, Mental Training

Older coaches for senior students continue to be a good match for exercisers.

Oct 5, 2023
By: Dan Smith

Home Away From Home

These adults—mostly older—need a boost during the day, but don’t require around-the-clock care. Adult day care fills the bill.

Oct 5, 2023
By: Dan Smith

The Right Way to Retire

There are a lot of right ways to do it, but waiting until the last minute is probably not among them.

Oct 5, 2023
By: Dan Smith

Departments

Features

On the Rise

The renovations to create new living spaces continue unabated.

September 10, 2015

Features

Recreating a Dreamy Blue Kitchen

Inspired by a beloved former home, this Old Southwest renovation layers sky-blue cabinetry, warm metallic accents, and tailored updates into

April 23, 2026

Features

Ask the Experts: Homes

Local homes experts tackle your questions on finances, building and remodeling and more.

September 1, 2025

Features

The House on the Hill

Stewardship of the signature structure on the city side of Mill Mountain is in the very conscientious hands of Drs.

April 28, 2015