Community Update for Week of 9/5/2022
https://kao.kendal.org/news/community-update-for-week-of-9-5-2022/
Update to Residents on 9/6/2022 CVS to Be Partner in next COVID Booster Clinic at Kendal CVS in Oberlin will partner with Kendal in providing the next COVID Booster Clinic. Final approvals from the Food and Drug Administration were announced on August 31, 2022 of an Omicron BA.4/BA.5-adapted

Kendal Residents in Age Well Study
https://kao.kendal.org/news/kendal-residents-in-age-well-study/
“The Age Well Study” is a five-year, nationwide study examining the impact of residing in a Life Plan Community on residents’ health and wellness. Kendal at Oberlin is one of 122 Life Plan Communities participating in the study, conducted by the Mather Institute. The Year 4 survey

Kendal Supports Oberlin Drama at Grafton
https://kao.kendal.org/news/kendal-supports-oberlin-drama-at-grafton/
After 36 years in prison, newly released inmate, Jerome Thompson, says he is a changed man. Part of that change is thanks to a theatre program that promotes mutual respect and love. Kendal resident Phyllis Gorfain, founder and artistic director of Oberlin Drama at Grafton, invited Jerome and other

Oberlin is One of Kiplinger's "Smart Places to Retire"
https://kao.kendal.org/news/oberlin-is-one-of-kiplingers-smart-places-to-retire/
A feature article posted July 3 on the website of Kiplinger Personal Finance includes Oberlin, Ohio on its list of “12 Smart Places to Retire.” Proximity of Oberlin College and a vibrant Kendal life plan community in the town of Oberlin are noted as reasons to consider this a retirement destination

Manage Your Charitable Giving throughout the Year
https://blog.kao.kendal.org/manage-your-charitable-giving-throughout-the-year
include: Charitable gifts are only tax deductible if you itemize deductions on your federal return; If you volunteer, you can deduct 14 cents per mile for volunteer-related trips. Donating an old car is deductible, but you use “fair market value” not “blue book value.” Giving at Kendal at Oberlin

Cybersecurity Awareness Month
https://blog.kao.kendal.org/cybersecurity-awareness-month
offers many free online resources and guides. Hands-on Help Many companies, such as Best Buy Geek Squad, TechtoUs and Candoo Tech offer tech support and training for businesses and individuals. Candoo’s training is designed for older adults, which is why Kendal at Oberlin decided to offer Candoo

Leadership Team
https://kao.kendal.org/about/leadership-team/
Meet our Staff Kendal’s executive staff and department leadership are dedicated to serving Kendal residents and helping staff members grow and excel in their roles here at Kendal. Seth Vilensky Chief Executive Officer Ann O’Malley Chief Financial Officer Stacy Terrell Chief Health Services Officer

Skin Care Tips for Older Adults
https://blog.kao.kendal.org/skin-care-tips-older-adults
surprise you to learn that a daily scrubbing shower or bath may be overdoing it, especially in the cold winter months. Geriatric Nurse Practitioner Jennifer Serafin recommends the following: Daily cleansing should include the face, peri area (groin), under the breasts, under skin folds, and the arm

Healthy Eating During Pandemic Times
https://blog.kao.kendal.org/healthy-eating-during-pandemic-times
, this is it, just do so in moderation. Currently there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of COVID-19. Here are a few reminders from the U.S. Food & Drug Administration on how to shop safely: Wear a face covering or mask while you are in the store; Wipe down the handles
