Healthy Aging

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A Labor of Love

Sept. 4, 2020—"The labor of love in Kendal's work and in the work of so many of our brothers and sisters across our field has always been there, but it's been on full display over these last six months in particular. It shows up in a kind gesture, lending a hand, words of appreciation, a listening e

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Lifelong Learning Virtually Abounds!

Published: August 19, 2020 For many of us, learning is lifelong, and today that means mostly virtual and unending. Pick a topic, let’s say birding. Well, you’ll have to be…

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Grandparenting During the Times of COVID-19

Now more than ever, people are missing human connection, seeing their friends and family, hearing the laughter of their grandchildren and enjoying the company of those they love the most.…

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We Need to Talk About Senior Living (Part 1)

There are few conversations more difficult than the one between adult children and their aging parents about moving into a care-centered living environment. This is the case in so-called “normal”…

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Simple Ways to Stay Hydrated and Healthy in the Summer Heat

For many, there is nothing better than spending time in the summer sun. Whether you simply enjoy taking walks throughout nature, exploring the many parks or outdoor activities, fishing, boating…

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Stretch, Smile, and Stay Safe with Kendal at Lexington’s Fitness Classes

It’s sunshine and smiles at one of Kendal at Lexington’s most popular classes: Strength and Stretch. As activities begin to re-open across campus, group classes and the fitness center are…

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Wellness Coordinator Honored as a 'Rising Star'

July 27, 2020—Michelle Roth, The Admiral at the Lake’s Wellness Coordinator for Independent Living, has been awarded LeadingAge Illinois’ 2020 Rising Star Award for management.

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Act for Older Americans

July 22, 2020—“We are calling on all Americans to contact Congress to Act for Older Adults! #Act4OlderAdults The #COVID19 pandemic is NOT over, we need the federal government to better protect older adults from the #coronavirus NOW."

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Over 400 Kendal at Lexington Staff, Nursing Center and Assisted Living Residents Test COVID-19 Negative

Kendal at Lexington residents and staff have received excellent news following recently completed campus-wide COVID-19 testing. “I want to let you know that we received all the COVID test results…

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