, North Face, Columbia and other outdoor brands. Both outlets offer lots of expert advice too, like how to choose base layers and winter coats, even “how to go to the bathroom in the woods.” Good walking shoes or boots are always important, but especially in icy and cold conditions to prevent falls

, the latter which sells Patagonia, North Face, Columbia and other outdoor brands. Both outlets offer lots of expert advice too, like how to choose base layers and winter coats, even “how to go to the bathroom in the woods.” Good walking shoes or boots are always important, but especially in icy and cold

Conversations about gay rights have been going on at Kendal at Oberlin for years, but in recent times the conversations during Pride Month have been more deliberate as both gay and straight residents come together to talk, learn and support each other. A watershed event was held at Kendal in June

.” But residents at Kendal were interested in learning Tai Chi. Tai Chi exercises help improve balance and flexibility, strengthen the core, reduce stress, and create mindfulness.  Tai Chi benefits people with arthritis, back pain and osteoporosis and is being incorporated into many corporate health and wellness

with a capital “M.” But residents at Kendal were interested in learning Tai Chi. Tai Chi exercises help improve balance and flexibility, strengthen the core, reduce stress, and create mindfulness.  Tai Chi benefits people with arthritis, back pain and osteoporosis and is being incorporated into many

. Kendal is a life plan community offering independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing. The Jameson House, a memory support neighborhood, offers a supportive environment for residents living with cognitive impairment. In 2011, both Mary and Thomas faced their own health issues. After back

Mary and Thomas faced their own health issues. After back surgery, Mary turned to the Kendal pool for deep water walking. “The half-price membership was a cost saver,” says Mary, who continues to use the pool regularly. In addition to the health benefits, the pool has been a great way to nurture old

his thoughts about choosing the ideal place for successful aging: If you want to stay in your own home as you age, I urge you to consider coming to Kendal at Oberlin. Many people who have been living in the same house for much of their working career don’t realize the challenges they may face