The Resident Advisory Council (RAC) is an elected body of 10 residents, 9 who represent residents in Independent Living (IL) and 1 who represents residents in Continuing Care (The Glen at Orchard Point and Arbor Ridge). RAC members from Independent Living serve 3-year terms and the representative from Continuing Care serves for 1 year.
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Vision Statement
Our Vision is to be an advocate for the interests of Riderwood Residents.
Mission Statement
We work collaboratively with management to support and help all residents lead a satisfying satisfying life.
Overview of the RAC and its Role at Riderwood
The RAC is a purely advisory body, and meets at least twice monthly. Its purpose is to:
- Cultivate opportunities for residents and Management to communicate and collaborate on programs and services.
- Act as a liaison and communication channel between the residents, Management and the Community Board of Directors to promote the satisfaction health, comfort, and safety of residents.
- Advise Management about the insights and suggestions of residents regarding the value of services provided.
- Communicate with residents about the background and purpose of policies, programs, and activities that affect them.
- Collaborate with Management regarding capital projects, such as clubhouse or residential hallway renovations.
Want to know more? Click on link to Chapter 1 of the RAC Handbook:
RAC Members: Liaisons to Riderwood Role
RAC members are appointed by the RAC’s Executive Team of the Chair, Vice-Chair and Secretary to serve as Liaisons to Riderwood’s various departments and operations. The following are the 9 RAC Committees (corresponding to the Departments), and, where known, the RAC Liaison for 2026.
- Communications
- Community Responsibility
- Dining
- Finance
- General Services
- Health Services
- Information Technology
- Philanthropy
- Resident Life
RAC Information on MyErickson
On MyErickson (RAC section) you can find the following information about the RAC and its members:
- Biographical statements and photos of current RAC members,
- Minutes of RAC meetings
- Copy of RAC Constitution and Bylaws
- Minutes of RAC-committee and subcommittee meetings
- Bylaws for RAC-subcommitttees
RAC Committees and Subcommittees
The RAC has created the committees and subcommittees to support the
work of the RAC. Liaisons either chair committees or are voting members
of committees under their Liaison roles.
Most RAC committees consist of residents and staff who collaborate
on a wide range of activities and initiatives designed to benefit residents.
Committee bylaws determine whether members serve for 2 or 3 year terms, and specify how members are selected. Currently all , but the
Continuing Education Committee, begin member terms on March 1 and
end at the end of February. Committees may place applicants on waiting
lists when vacancies are filled.
RAC Elections
Elections are held annually in February. Three new members from Independent Living and 1 from Continuing Care are chosen to replace those whose terms have been completed.
After each election, RAC members elect an Executive Committee composed of a Chair, Vice-Chair and Secretary. The Chair and Vice-Chair serve as members of the Riderwood Community Board of Directors, which includes a member of National Senior Communities, Inc. (NSC), a non-profit that oversees the 18 Erickson Communities.
Have a concern or suggestion?
Residents with concerns, questions and suggestions for improvement in operations can use an the Concern or Suggestion form, available at the RAC box in each clubhouse Front Desk or in the MST Media Lounge. Fill out the form and return it to the box in each Neighborhood.
CONTACT: rac@riderwoodlife.com
Updated 2/9/2026