Kendal at Oberlin is a community where residents have a prominent role in programming, governance, and supportive services. This resident-driven philosophy is a positive benefit to the community as a whole and to each individual who makes the decision to call Kendal home. What Does it Mean

Following are some of the resident stories behind “Kendal Collects – 2017,” a biennial art show at Kendal at Oberlin that featured over 80 cherished artworks from residents’ private art collections. This year, a series of blogs and videos highlight some of the personal connections residents have

Philanthropy has played a key role in the development of the Kendal organization. Indeed, the Kendal story began with a gift and this spirit of generosity continues to characterize life in Kendal at Ithaca. Our Kendal system motto, “Together, transforming the experience of aging”, has inspired us

Since January we have been exploring Kendal’s Values and Practices, which have guided the Kendal at Oberlin community since its inception in 1993. The  Kendal Values and Practices, developed by The Kendal Corporation and adopted by all Kendal affiliates, are outlined in a 20-page booklet

Kendal at Oberlin, and Kendal Corporation’s other affiliates are independent and not part of, or sponsored by any religious or social institution, but they were founded and continue to grow with intentional regard for the principles of the Religious Society of Friends, also known as Quakers

Kendal at Oberlin has been honored by Lorain County JVS, with the designation of “1st Place in the Workplace,” for their commitment to the workforce of Lorain County.  The presentation was made by JVS Superintendent, Dr. Glenn Faircloth to Barbara Thomas, CEO Kendal at Oberlin.  Present were Kendal

By Molly Kavanaugh As President and CEO of The Kendal Corporation for 24 years, John guided, inspired and mentored staff and residents at Kendal at Oberlin and the company’s 12 other affiliates, located in eight states. Now John is on a “farewell tour,” visiting each community before he retires

.   “There are no words to adequately thank Maggie for her years of dedicated service at Kendal,” says Kendal CEO Barbara Thomas. “She has paved the way for hundreds of residents to call Kendal ‘home’ from more than 35 States, including her mother Blanche who lived at Kendal for 12 years. A part of Maggie’s executive

Kendal at Oberlin recently received an ‘A’ Standard and Poor’s Rating from S&P Global. The life plan community has maintained an ‘A-‘ S&P rating since 2013 and this is its first ‘A’ rating. Kendal at Oberlin is the only Kendal affiliate with an “A” rating and one of about 10 percent continuing care