adults head back to the classroom just for the fun of gaining new knowledge and good news – it’s often free or of nominal cost. For instance, Kendal at Oberlin residents can sit in on a course at Oberlin College at no cost with permission of the professor or instructor. Taking a class is also a good

, a professor of social work and director of the Center on Aging at the University of Maine. Like many life plan or Continuing Care Retirement Communities, Kendal at Oberlin has had to limit access to its campus because older adults are more at risk of getting seriously sick and dying from COVID-19. But because

a small part of the story in joining a CCRC, also known as a life plan community. You want to know what services are included with the fees and what tax benefits might be available.   Compare your current cost of living to that of enjoying the active lifestyle at Kendal at Oberlin here

Kendal residents Robert Taylor and Ted Nowick have been partners since 1975.   “As you can see, the LGBT community here at Kendal at Oberlin has grown significantly since 2003, when Ted and I moved here as the first openly gay residents,” Robert told a recent crowd of several hundred people who had

the forearms to the level of the water, keeping the elbows close to the body and the wrists straight. Then turn the barbells over so that the palms of the hands face the bottom of the pool. Push the hands down until the arms are straight again. Repeat 12 to 15 times or until you’re tired. Water-based

at Kendal, home to many swimmers and two indoor pools, recently gave a fitness talk outlining the 5 health benefits of swimming: Provides low-impact cardiovascular exercise; Provides a full body workout; Boosts mood and reduces stress; Builds endurance Contributes to better sleep “According

was horrific? Do you have any advice or tips to share? And what novel items were you able to recycle?   Kendal at Oberlin residents are accustomed to surmounting challenges successfully. Are you ready for new challenges? Learn more about how Kendal and you can work together to face them. Send my no-obligation brochure! Molly Kavanaugh frequently wrote about Kendal at Oberlin for the Cleveland Plain Dealer, where she was a reporter for 16 years.

parents and grandparents face the same dilemma. What can I give my little loved one that will create an enjoyable and memorable experience?   This year, think outside the box, like Heather, who compiled “The Ultimate List of 100 Non-Toy Gift Ideas.” Depending on the child’s age and interests, consider

Much of the dedication that Kendal men and women applied to their professional and personal pursuits in years past is now focused on volunteering their time to help others, both near and far. Kendal’s values include fostering “a culture of generosity,” and volunteering has been in place and active