frequently wrote about Kendal at Oberlin for the Cleveland Plain Dealer, where she was a reporter for 16 years. Now we are happy to have her writing for the Kendal at Oberlin Community. Kendal at Oberlin is a nonprofit life plan community serving older adults in northeast Ohio. Located about one mile

years. We are happy to have her now writing for the Kendal at Oberlin community. Kendal at Oberlin is a nonprofit life plan community serving older adults in northeast Ohio. Located about one mile from Oberlin College and Conservatory and about 40 minutes from downtown Cleveland, Kendal offers a vibrant resident-led lifestyle with access to music, art and lifelong learning. Stay connected to our community!  Subscribe to the Kendal Connection.

to Oberlin soon for unique shops, restaurants and more!   Plan Your Trip This blog was originally published in 2020 and was updated in 2024. In the past, Molly Kavanaugh frequently wrote about Kendal at Oberlin for the Cleveland Plain Dealer, where she was a reporter for 16 years. Now we are happy

thrive on novelty, and travel offers the complete package with new faces, sounds and sights," she says. Here are 4 more reasons why travel can makes us happier: We are more likely to engage in conversations with strangers, whether it’s in a pub or on a bus, and these social interactions bring joy. We

courses are free to audit.) Other sites for college and industry-taught courses are Udacity and edX. Lifelong Learning Programs For years lifelong learning programs have been offering low-cost courses for older adults at colleges, continuing care retirement communities like Kendal at Oberlin

for people with arthritis, fibromyalgia, obesity and reduced mobility; Improves lung strength and capacity; Burns calories; Improves mental health with its meditative flow.  Along with swimming laps at your own pace and time, you can also check out aquatic fitness classes. For instance,at Kendal, home

Published: October 10, 2025 When it comes to healthy aging, the Kendal at Oberlin community is all in. Residents want informed suggestions and tips, and staff members like to share expertise and examples. One example of this healthy give and take is the Discovery Series. Kendal’s on-site physical

in Westlake, Winking Lizard Tavern, various locations, and Stancato’s in Parma. Next week Kendal at Oberlin is getting into the clambake act too, offering residents and guests a clam studded menu starting with New England Clam Chowder. 3. Pumpkins We all have our favorite pumpkin drinks and foods: Trader

voice because this distorts the words. Express complex ideas in a chain of simple sentences. Repeat the main point or say it again another way -- don't just assume that the older person won't get it. The rule of thumb when communicating with seniors is -- one size does not fit all.” At Kendal, the issue