Hear From Some of Our Residents and Staff


Kay Gilbert and her husband, John, moved to The Woodlands in March 2022, moving from Fairfax Station, VA where they had lived for 40 years. This “Our Story” series is an opportunity to learn about the fascinating lives of The Woodlands residents.

Whether you already live here or are considering joining our “family” as a new resident, we hope you enjoy these and future stories as much as Kay enjoys writing them.

Shared Stories From Our Residents and Staff

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16 hours ago
The Woodlands Retirement Community

Nothing like a little friendly competition on the bocce court!⚪️🤾

Our residents brought their A-game for some bocce in the sunshine as they gear up for the 2026 NVSO (Northern Virginia Senior Olympics)☀️We love seeing them come together and enjoying the beautiful weather.

🔗Ready to join a community that stays active together? Click the link in our bio or head to thewoodlandsccrc.com to learn more about our vibrant community!

#NeverRetire #bocceball #TheWoodlandsLiving #ActiveSeniors #bocce
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Nothing like a little friendly competition on the bocce court!⚪️🤾

Our residents brought their A-game for some bocce in the sunshine as they gear up for the 2026 NVSO (Northern Virginia Senior Olympics)☀️We love seeing them come together and enjoying the beautiful weather.

🔗Ready to join a community that stays active together? Click the link in our bio or head to https://thewoodlandsccrc.com to learn more about our vibrant community! 

#NeverRetire #bocceball #thewoodlandsliving #activeseniors #bocceImage attachmentImage attachment+3Image attachment
1 week ago
The Woodlands Retirement Community

Our residents had a wonderful time learning how to make homemade flan during a special demonstration by our culinary team👨‍🍳🍮

We love offering unique experiences that bring our community together over a shared love of food!

🖇️ Want to see what else our residents are up to? Head over to our website thewoodlandsccrc.com/upcoming-events/ or click the link in our bio to learn more about life at The Woodlands!

#CulinaryCreations #LifeAtTheWoodlands #seniorlivingcommunity #NeverRetire
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Our residents had a wonderful time learning how to make homemade flan during a special demonstration by our culinary team👨‍🍳🍮

We love offering unique experiences that bring our community together over a shared love of food!

🖇️ Want to see what else our residents are up to? Head over to our website https://thewoodlandsccrc.com/upcoming-events/ or click the link in our bio to learn more about life at The Woodlands!

#CulinaryCreations #LifeAtTheWoodlands #seniorlivingcommunity #NeverRetireImage attachmentImage attachment+3Image attachment

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Always the best.

2 weeks ago
The Woodlands Retirement Community

There’s always something delicious cooking at The Woodlands!🍮✨

This week, our incredible culinary team hosted a live demonstration, showing our residents the art of making the perfect caramel flan. Safe to say, their favorite part was definitely the taste test!🍴

🖇️Want to see what’s cooking next on our calendar? Click the link in the bio to learn more about life at The Woodlands!

#culinarycreations #cookingtutorial #lifeatthewoodlands #seniorlivingcommunity #neverretire
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You are one of a kind nephew IE,🥰

During a visit to The Woodlands, several residents told me that their neighbors were wonderful...and the food was the next best thing to living there. A talented, dedicated culinary team who consistently create amazing meals every day!

Wow! Amazing balong EA

You have lots of fans… good job EA..

Good job!

You’re the best EA!

The Woodlands is so fortunate to have such amazing talent in the kitchen !! The residents benefit everyday !!

👍🙂!

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2 weeks ago
The Woodlands Retirement Community

History, good food, and great company! Our residents and prospective residents had a wonderful time exploring Historic Kenmore last week, topping off the day with lunch at La Petite Auberge Restaurant & Lounge.

Thank you to our wonderful hosts:
🏛️ @thegeorgewashingtonfoundation
🍽️ @lapetiteauberge
📍 Fredericksburg, VA

🖇️ Our calendar is always packed with adventures. Click the following link to check out our upcoming events and join us on our next trip! thewoodlandsccrc.com/upcoming-events/

#TheWoodlandsOnTheMove #HistoricPreservationMonth #TheWoodlandsWheels #ActiveAdults #NeverRetire
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History, good food, and great company! Our residents and prospective residents had a wonderful time exploring Historic Kenmore last week, topping off the day with lunch at La Petite Auberge Restaurant & Lounge.

Thank you to our wonderful hosts: 
🏛️ @thegeorgewashingtonfoundation 
🍽️ @lapetiteauberge 
📍 Fredericksburg, VA

🖇️ Our calendar is always packed with adventures. Click the following link to check out our upcoming events and join us on our next trip! https://thewoodlandsccrc.com/upcoming-events/

#TheWoodlandsOnTheMove #HistoricPreservationMonth #TheWoodlandsWheels #ActiveAdults #NeverRetireImage attachmentImage attachment+5Image attachment
2 weeks ago
The Woodlands Retirement Community

Yesterday’s Memorial Day celebration was full of festivities decorations, special shared stories, and delicious food🇺🇸✨

Thank you to everyone who helped make this Memorial Day special at The Woodlands!

#memorialday #independentliving #communitylife #lifeatthewoodlands #memorialdayweekend
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Looks like a great day !! Memories with friends !!

2 weeks ago
The Woodlands Retirement Community

Today, the residents at The Woodlands hosted a Memorial Day Ceremony to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.🇺🇸

Wishing everyone a peaceful and meaningful Memorial Day from all of us at The Woodlands.

#MemorialDay #RememberAndHonor #thewoodlandsfairfax #fairfaxva #NeverRetire
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Today, the residents at The Woodlands hosted a Memorial Day Ceremony to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.🇺🇸

Wishing everyone a peaceful and meaningful Memorial Day from all of us at The Woodlands.

#MemorialDay #RememberAndHonor #TheWoodlandsFairfax #FairfaxVA #NeverRetireImage attachmentImage attachment+3Image attachment

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Sorry I missed this meaningful Ceremony! I know it was beautifully done !

Sweet moments and delicious treats at The Woodlands! Our talented culinary team recently hosted a fun apple caramel tart demonstration, where residents enjoyed learning baking tips and watching the treats come together step-by-step. Best of all, everyone got to sample the warm and delicious tarts afterward! 🍎🍯 ... See MoreSee Less

Sweet moments and delicious treats at The Woodlands! Our talented culinary team recently hosted a fun apple caramel tart demonstration, where residents enjoyed learning baking tips and watching the treats come together step-by-step. Best of all, everyone got to sample the warm and delicious tarts afterward! 🍎🍯Image attachment

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These look delicious!! I hope they serve them for dinner one night !!

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms at The Woodlands; our residents, our staff, and those we hold dearly in our hearts. Today we celebrate your strength, love, and the beautiful legacy you continue to share every day. 💐❤️ ... See MoreSee Less

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms at The Woodlands; our residents, our staff, and those we hold dearly in our hearts. Today we celebrate your strength, love, and the beautiful legacy you continue to share every day. 💐❤️

Spring is the perfect time to enjoy the natural beauty of The Woodlands 🌿☀️
Residents can take peaceful strolls along our walking paths and wooded trails, relax by the small lake, and even spot the growing geese family that calls our community home.
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Spring is the perfect time to enjoy the natural beauty of The Woodlands 🌿☀️
Residents can take peaceful strolls along our walking paths and wooded trails, relax by the small lake, and even spot the growing geese family that calls our community home.
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