Kendal~Crosslands Residents Receive Award for ESL Tutoring

May 06, 2019

On Sunday, May 5, 2019, Casa Guanajuato of Kennett Square, presented to the residents of Kendal~Crosslands Communities (KCC) an award for their dedicated countless volunteer hours giving back to the community tutoring over the years with the English as a Second Language (ESL) program as part of the Adult Literacy Program (ALP).  “This program has […]

Making the Right Choice for Retirement

If you are considering whether moving into a retirement community is for you, it’s important to consider the alternative. What would living at home look like? How would you get the assistance you need when you need it? Judy B., a new resident at Crosslands, knew about this more than most, because she worked for […]

Meet The Connollys

Apr 23, 2019

Ginny and Bob Connolly moved to Crosslands in the past year, after living in the Hudson Valley for a number of years. Bob taught at a boarding school, and he and Ginny were part of the faculty who lived on campus and helped create a community for the students.   When Bob was thinking of […]

Learn more about the Resident Health Center

Apr 22, 2019

When you consider a Life Plan community like Kendal-Crosslands Communities, it’s easy to focus on floor plans, amenities, and everything there is to do. But one of the key benefits of a Life Plan community is the health care you can receive right on campus, and that’s where having an outstanding resident care program really […]

Kendal Residents – Lincoln Students – Story Telling

Apr 16, 2019

Everyone loves a good story.  Whether it be told from a good book, a movie, around a campfire, or perhaps even a theatrical performance.  But what about in retirement with a cast that is both inter-generational and multicultural?  That is what the residents of the Kendal at Longwood Inter-generational Initiatives Committee set out to do […]

Wellness is Our Focus

Apr 09, 2019

Staying fit and active is important as we age, and the residents at Kendal-Crosslands Communities have amazing resources to help them on their journey.   Suzanne Stevens is the Wellness Director for Kendal-Crosslands Communities. She has been at Kendal-Crosslands for over 9 years, and as soon as you meet her, you know why so many […]

What is Vitalize 360?

Apr 02, 2019

At Kendal-Crosslands Communities, our Vitalize 360 program helps residents with all aspects of wellness, and develop personal goals to improve whatever area in their lives needs a little attention. It’s based on the seven dimensions of wellness which include:   Emotional Intellectual Vocational Environmental Spiritual Social and Physical health and wellness. Raquel Holcomb, the Vitalize […]

Finding the Perfect Place for You

Mar 27, 2019

When you’re looking for the perfect retirement community, what’s most important to you?   For many people, the lifestyle at Kendal-Crosslands Communities means they spend most of their time engaging in activities in the community, whether it’s meeting with a book or writing club, going to the fitness center, or volunteering. Some have referred to […]

What Does It Cost?

Mar 11, 2019

Comparing retirement communities, and considering whether or not they are a good option when compared to living at home, is a big decision. One of the first questions people want to know is “How much does it cost?”   No matter where you live, there are costs involved. At home, you may have a mortgage, […]

Independence and Freedom

Feb 27, 2019

People approach retirement and retirement living options with different mindsets.   Some people will declare they will never leave their current home and will stay there until the bitter end.   Some people look for a “vacation every day” version of retirement, with nothing but free time and no obligations in sight.   Others look […]