Kendal at Oberlin needs them. The city of Oberlin and surrounding Lorain County communities need them.  In this season of giving thanks, the retirement community and other nonprofits are filled with gratitude for Kendal residents who exemplify Quaker values year-round by sharing their energy

with mild to moderate cognitive changes, or dementia. Kendal at Oberlin’s Life Enrichment Coordinator provides customized, purposeful activities and encourages meaningful interactions with friends, volunteers and staff.  Jameson House is designed to minimize distractions and alarms, promoting a pleasant

explains, so he’s recommending a stay in a short term rehabilitation facility. In planning your surgery, you’re given a list of rehabilitation centers in the area, and on that list is Kendal at Oberlin Stephen’s Care Center. You’re familiar with Kendal, and you like the idea of recovering somewhere so

style,” Coleman added. We’ve all heard that learning is good for our health – mentally, physically and emotionally. Studies have found that lifelong learning can reduce stress, improve memory, prevent isolation and enhance one’s overall well-being. Residents at Kendal at Oberlin know about

“Three Cheers for our Kendal Volunteers” reads a headline in a recent issue of The Kendalight, the residents’ monthly newsletter. Every year Kendal’s Volunteer Clearing House Committee compiles the volunteer hours of residents for a grand total. The annual numbers are staggering, with 2017’s all

Vibrant Community Life Creates New Opportunities Every Day Kendal at Oberlin’s resident-led lifestyle encourages engagement, purpose and ongoing involvement in lifelong interests. Dozens of committees shape daily resident life, planning programs like concerts, classes and activities, as well

November 13th, 1:30pm EST Join us in-person or virtually* for a resident-written play called Pleasant Ponds Locked Down, a comedic satire on life during the pandemic and hear from Barbara Thomas, CEO about the future of Kendal at Oberlin. Light refreshments will be served. *Zoom details

Friday, June 26, 2015 will be a day to remember for two Kendal at Oberlin couples celebrating a combined 100th anniversary.  Also significant because this was the same day the Supreme Court delivered their ruling on same-sex marriage. Ira and Priscilla Steinberg and Ted Nowick and Robert Taylor

” and found that while older adults “experienced greater gains in economic status,” they face limited housing options.  Some less costly housing solutions suggested in the white paper include: Communities that offer value, peace of mind and independence, but not expensive amenity spaces, elegant