Lifelong Learning Opportunities at Kendal

Michelangelo is often quoted that at 87, he said “I am still learning.” Learning is no longer something that only happens in school. We know it’s something that’s important to all of us- and it’s a critical part of keeping us healthy as we age. Benefits of Lifelong Learning Within the past year, a Harvard […]

Should I Consider Downsizing Now?

Sep 17, 2018

The last kid has graduated from college and finally moved out of the house.  Is it time to downsize?   Many folks in their 50’s and 60’s find that the family home, perfect for raising a family, becomes a lot to manage after the kids start their own households. Parts of your home might not […]

Sooner The Better

Sep 13, 2018

Kendal-Crosslands Communities will change your mind forever about retirement communities. When you meet residents of Kendal-Crosslands Communities, the first thing you’re struck by is the way they make anyone feel welcome. While talking to residents the other day about their experiences in searching for a retirement community, the conversation flowed easily and naturally, like we […]

The Path: Kendal Through the Seasons

Sep 12, 2018

One of the benefits of communities like Kendal-Crosslands is the opportunity to spend time exploring your creativity and self-expression in a supportive community with others. We’ve had a number of residents write books, by themselves or as a group, and John and Louise Bennett are the latest to publish a book- The Path- Kendal Through […]

Why Should I Choose A CCRC?

Talking to residents at Kendal-Crosslands Communities instantly reveals that this is something different. It’s a different type of community that redefines what a retirement community can and should be.   Unlike many retirement communities that seem more like a country club, Kendal-Crosslands residents are taking advantage of the low-maintenance lifestyle to do amazing things. One […]

Fall Happenings Near Kendal-Crosslands Communities

Sep 04, 2018

Celebrate Fall In and Around Kendal-Crosslands With our Level II Arboretum, you probably already suspect that our campus at Kendal-Crosslands is spectacular in the Fall, and you’d be right! But even before the air starts to get crisp and the evenings get cooler, there are so many great things happening in our area- it’s hard […]

Mushrooms!

Aug 08, 2018

Kendal-Crosslands Communities is located just outside of Kennett Square, PA, which is known as the Mushroom Capital of the World. Why is that, and why are mushrooms such a big deal in Southern Chester County?   Understanding the History   Kennett’s rich soil made it a center of agriculture from its start. However, a new […]

What’s Too Soon and What’s Too Late

Aug 03, 2018

We’ve all been there. You know you’re going to need to make a decision about something big. It could be whether to get married, having kids, taking that dream job that requires a big move, or when you should retire.   These decisions aren’t easy, and often there never seems to be a perfect time […]

Financial Facts About Retirement Communities

Jul 25, 2018

Retirement living decisions are complex. You have to make decisions about timing, about location, and about finances. Because these decisions are complicated, it helps to have the facts up front, so you know what’s what.   At Kendal-Crosslands Communities, we want to make sure you make the decision that’s best for you. That’s why we […]

Day Trip Ideas

Jul 27, 2018

Our region is full of wonderful things to do or see, and sometimes, because we don’t have the same time limitations that visitors on vacation face, we forget to take advantage of the wonderful things we can do in our own backyard.  We thought we’d suggest a few ideas, in case you were looking for […]