Lifelong Learning
https://kao.kendal.org/community-life/lifelong-learning/
Lifelong Learning at Kendal at Oberlin Kendal at Oberlin is well-known for lifelong learning opportunities. Since 1993, the community has embraced continuous learning and other Quaker values. Today, more than 25 years later, residents continue to enjoy learning new skills and crafts, acquiring
Multi-Cultural Diversity during the Holidays
https://blog.kao.kendal.org/multi-cultural-diversity-during-the-holidays
Published: December 5, 2017 It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas — and Santa Lucia, Winter Solstice and Hanukkah — everywhere you go at Kendal at Oberlin. It’s December, and the retirement community celebrates the holiday season in a variety of ways, including different languages, music
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
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
Community Update for week of 11/7/2022
https://kao.kendal.org/news/community-update-for-week-of-11-7-2022/
for Coffee Hour tomorrow, Wednesday, 9:30 AM in the Fox & Fell. Come in person to enjoy the coffee and social gathering. Otherwise join via Zoom or on KOTV. Zoom Meeting https://kendal-org.zoom.us/j/82657113724 Meeting ID: 826 5711 3724 CARF “Exit Conference” Tomorrow, Wednesday, Nov. 9 at 2 PM
Healthy Aging: The Friendship Factor
https://blog.kao.kendal.org/healthy-aging-the-friendship-factor
.” Kendal Residents Share their Friendship Stories “Under the best of circumstances, moving to a new place is challenging, but the pandemic added another layer of difficulty,” says Lillie Long, who moved to Kendal with her husband (and best friend) Nick last spring. Despite the restrictions on group
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
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