Fundamental Kendal Beliefs and Dining Matters
https://kao.kendal.org/news/fundamental-kendal-beliefs-and-dining-matters/
. In these communities there is the spirit of shared responsible for health and strength of the institution and of each other. In a conversation with Sean Kelly, Kendal Corporation CEO, he told me that maybe as many as 90% of senior living communities trend toward the cruise ship model, leaving only about 10

A Resident Founder Shares His Story
https://kao.kendal.org/news/a-resident-founder-shares-his-story-yesterday-and-today/
Kendal at Oberlin resident Elizabeth Hole heard many wonderful stories when visiting fellow residents who now live in the Stephens Care Center. She decided to record and share some of these stories to portray the vibrant spirit of the people who live here. This first installation of “Voices from

Kendal Residents in Age Well Study
https://kao.kendal.org/news/kendal-residents-in-age-well-study/
“The Age Well Study” is a five-year, nationwide study examining the impact of residing in a Life Plan Community on residents’ health and wellness. Kendal at Oberlin is one of 122 Life Plan Communities participating in the study, conducted by the Mather Institute. The Year 4 survey

An Eclipse Experience for Generations
https://kao.kendal.org/news/an-eclipse-experience-for-generations/
On Monday, April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse passed through much of the U.S., with a line of totality from Texas to Maine. Kendal at Oberlin would fall directly in the center of that line. That sounded like a great reason for a party! Planning for this meant taking a chance on the weather

Kendal Staff Benefits: Personalized Wellness Programs
https://kao.kendal.org/news/kendal-staff-benefits-personalized-wellness-programs/
One of the many staff benefits offered for those working at Kendal at Oberlin are the free staff wellness opportunities offered to employees. Employees can use the swimming pool and exercise equipment in their free time, plus attend classes designed just for them. In the past couple of years
