from Oxford, Ohio over more than two decades. The Yale researcher Becca Levy found that those with a positive attitude toward aging lived on average 7.5 years longer than those who viewed it as something bad. What Kendal residents “love” about growing old We asked a number of Kendal residents what

to the wall. You can remain in this position for 5 to 15 minutes. Kendal embraces yoga In a recent fitness survey the number one requested class by Kendal residents and staff was yoga. And the Wellness staff responded with a schedule that includes an assortment of different types of yoga, such as chair

of Kendal at Oberlin since its first summer in 1994. While many residents cultivate smaller gardens around their cottages, the community garden gives other residents an opportunity to dig deeper. The small annual fee comes with lots of perks, explains manager Bill Washburn. The 12 x12 plots are fenced

Published: January 23, 2020 Oberlin College students Mikaela de Lemos and Marika Mortimer-Lotke embarked on a 30-hour class project about the benefits of intergenerational learning. They visited Kendal at Oberlin’s Early Learning Center and interviewed both community residents and parents

, Kendal’s Wellness Coordinator at Kendal who recently gave a presentation on stretching properly.   We all know it’s important to stretch before and after exercising, but make it last 5 to 10 minutes or longer, Jill says. And you might need a timer or stopwatch to reach your goal. Also try to stretch

weight (for example, 40 ounces if you weigh 120 pounds), but that may vary for older adults. “It’s best to talk to your doctor to determine how much water you should be drinking daily,” the national aging council advises.    Learn More About Kendal at Oberlin – A Vibrant Community for Older Adults

imagery or progressive muscle relaxation. A nature walk, taking a hot bath, doing yoga, listening to soothing music and talking to a close friend are other ways to ease tension. Remember: There is no one way, experiment until your find your way to relax.   Learn More About Kendal at Oberlin

conducted by AARP Research, in collaboration with National Geographic Partners.  Older adults cite relationships with family, friends and their community as the cornerstone of their happiness.   Are you making plans for the future? Kendal at Oberlin offers an active lifestyle with opportunities for lifelong

provider for assistance.  About Kendal at Oberlin: Kendal is a nonprofit life plan community serving older adults in northeast Ohio. Located about one mile from Oberlin College and Conservatory, and about a 40 minute drive from downtown Cleveland, Kendal offers a vibrant resident-led lifestyle