Within Kendal-Crosslands Communities there are numerous opportunities for residents to share skills and talents that they have developed over the course of their lives, as well as the opportunity to learn new skills. Resident Committees volunteer in the Health Centers, organize resident trips, and contribute to the Communities in a myriad of other ways, thereby enriching the quality of life within the Communities.

Service on Resident Association Committees
Numerous resident committees furnish social, educational and cultural programs within Kendal-Crosslands Communities. Many are service committees providing assistance in the health centers and child day care centers, providing programming and entertainment, overseeing and coordinating resident activities, and providing outlets for cultural and educational experiences. Resident volunteers, who give of their time and skills to enhance resident life here at our communities, lead all of the various committees. Both Kendal at Longwood and Crosslands have over 80 committees functioning, all of which require resident leadership and participation.

Health Center Volunteers
There are numerous opportunities for residents to volunteer in the Health Centers at Kendal at Longwood and Crosslands. These include passing water pitchers, delivering mail, pushing wheelchairs, reading to residents, and providing hospice services to residents during end-of-life care. Medical Assistance Companions accompany residents to provide support on doctor’s appointments and other medical related trips. These volunteer services are coordinated through resident led programs, the Activities Departments, and the Social Services Department.