Every spring, Jerry Berner takes to his bully pulpit to promote the benefits of Fun Fitness Week at Kendal at Oberlin, the key word being “Fun.” “We have a fitness room, exercise classes – this week you’re not just getting your fitness, it’s fun too. And it’s about participation not performance. We

Most people know that the Northern Ohio city of Oberlin is home to Oberlin College students and older adults who live at Kendal at Oberlin.  Young and old feel a warm welcome from residents, business owners, public officials and civic leaders. Ditto for our four-legged friends. The city takes good

Masks will continue to remain optional in the Heiser Community Center. If necessary due to any significant outbreak on or off campus, they will be required again. Kendal staff are to ask Independent Living residents, “Would you like me to wear a mask”? when entering an Independent Living home. Masks

and modern designer pieces. Ginko Gallery & Studio is owned by fiber artist Liz Burgess, also chair of the Kendal at Oberlin Board of Directors. The life plan community is located about a mile north of downtown. Liz explains: Over the years the gallery has expanded to include pottery, jewelry, glass, wood

. Indigenous peoples’ movement at Kendal  Addressing the myriad of issues surrounding the mistreatment of Indigenous peoples has gained traction at Kendal and in January residents decided to form the Indigenous Peoples Interest Group. The group’s mission is “to educate our community about the original

staff members will still be required to wear a mask when around others at Kendal and unvaccinated guests to the Stephens Care Center will be informed to wear a mask. Any person exhibiting any COVID symptom is informed to avoid entering the Stephens Care Center and to avoid contact with others

, make a physical move too. Why Oberlin?  Kendal at Oberlin offers an active lifestyle with opportunities for lifelong learning, art and culture. Discover more by downloading our brochure. In the past, Molly Kavanaugh frequently wrote about Kendal at Oberlin for the Cleveland Plain Dealer, where she

as the weather gets warmer. What to do when you visit Oberlin… And make an appointment to see Kendal at Oberlin while you’re in town. Schedule a Visit   In the past, Molly Kavanaugh frequently wrote about Kendal at Oberlin for the Cleveland Plain Dealer, where she was a reporter for 16 years. Now we are happy

such a service. (For ideas of what communities are doing across the country check out the EPA’s Success Stories.) Another possible option is to find a nearby drop-off site for your compostable materials. At Kendal, the Grounds crew composts yard waste, plus residents leave food scraps and materials