Vi at Silverstone Marks 15th Anniversary With Weeklong “Return to Rawhide” Celebration
SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ. (Sept. 15, 2025) – Vi at Silverstone, an award-winning continuing care retirement community in North Scottsdale, proudly celebrated 15 years of exceptional living with a weeklong “Return to Rawhide” festival that brought residents, families and staff together for an unforgettable tribute to the community’s Western roots. Opened in 2010 on the former site of Scottsdale’s famed 1880s Rawhide Western Town and Event Center, Vi at Silverstone honored its Rawhide roots with a series of events blending music, dancing, history, and Old West–inspired activities, reflecting the vibrant spirit for which Vi at Silverstone is known.
“Our 15th anniversary was a true celebration of community,” said Jill Wolverton, Executive Director for Vi at Silverstone. “By honoring our Rawhide heritage, we not only looked back on our unique history but also created new memories that reflect the camaraderie and vitality that make Vi at Silverstone such a special place to call home.”
From September 3 through 12, residents enjoyed a robust calendar of Western-themed experiences. Highlights included:
- Western Movie Month with screenings of beloved classics
- Interactive games such as Wagon Wheel of Fortune and High Noon Poker
- Engaging history talks by local historian Joan Fudula on “The History of Rawhide” and Ken Sorensen on “John Wayne”
- Live performances by the OK Chorale country Western band, cowboy singer Franklin Smith, and the Desert Cactus Kickers
- Immersive experiences like Old Time Western Photos and a Wild West Show
The festivities culminated in a lively anniversary dance party on Sept. 12, complete with themed décor, a live DJ, line dancing, and a showstopping performance by the Desert Cactus Kickers.
Reflecting Vi at Silverstone’s longstanding commitment to community service, the celebration also supported local causes including Backpacks for Kids, the Homeless Hungry Drive, and the Alzheimer’s Association.
Nestled in the scenic Sonoran Desert with sweeping views of the McDowell Mountains, Vi at Silverstone offers residents resort-style amenities, chef-driven dining, rich lifestyle programming, and on-site assisted living, memory support, and skilled nursing. The community remains a benchmark for luxury senior living in Arizona, combining exceptional care with a deep sense of connection to place and history.
Recognized among the nation’s finest senior living communities, Vi at Silverstone has earned numerous distinctions, including multiple “Best Of” designations from U.S. News & World Report in 2025 for Best Independent Living, Best Assisted Living, Best Memory Care, and Best Continuing Care Retirement Community. The community also ranked #1 out of 139 senior care centers in Arizona in the AHCA/NCAL Q4 Top-Line Report, earning perfect five-star ratings in Survey, Staffing, and Quality Measures.
For more information about Vi at Silverstone, visit viliving.com/silverstone; or for more information about Vi Living, visit www.viliving.com.
About Vi
Headquartered in Chicago, Vi Senior Living operates 10 continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) across the United States. Blending the best of a five-star resort lifestyle with senior living, Vi communities provide residents with independent living as well as a continuum of care on-site, including assisted living, memory support and skilled nursing should the need arise. With more than 30 years of experience as the owner and operator of residential communities for older adults, Vi continues to work toward providing quality environments, services, and programs to enrich the lives of those they serve.
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