Transportation Concerns for Older Adults
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, and what might be on the drawing board. Most retirement communities offer some transportation for residents, but it might be limited to a geographic area and follow a set schedule. Personal trips might be available for an additional cost. Face Your Fear Many older adults and their families shy
Top 4 Financial Questions to Ask a Prospective Retirement Community
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of the prospective community. Here are 4 key questions. What’s in the Actuarial Report? A retirement community should conduct periodic financial evaluations through an actuarial report to ensure pricing is appropriate so that future needs of residents are met. For instance, Kendal at Oberlin’s actuary
Community Update for week of 11/7/2022
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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
Community Update for Week of 9/5/2022
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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
Healthy Aging: The Friendship Factor
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researcher William Chopik in an AARP article: “Family members typically become caregivers for the elderly, and that role can create a sense of obligation. While the relationships are still vital, they may not provide as much joy in an elderly person’s life as long-term friends.” Kendal Residents Share
Kendal Residents in Age Well Study
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“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
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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
Intergenerational Programs Thrive in Oberlin
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When Polly and Al Carroll moved to Kendal at Oberlin in 2003, they were excited to meet new people, especially those who shared their interest in foreign countries and diverse cultures. Ten years later when Arlene and Larry Dunn moved to the retirement community, they sought out musicians
Manage Your Charitable Giving throughout the Year
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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 Philanthropy has always been