Wellness

Thrive in Mind, Body, and Spirit at Kendal at Ithaca

At Kendal at Ithaca, successful aging hinges on a holistic approach to wellness. The comprehensive Wellness Program, a collaboration between residents and the Health Services Department, focuses on six key dimensions:

• Physical: Maintain fitness with diverse classes like “Balance” and “Cardio Flex & Strength.”
• Intellectual: Sharpen your mind with brain exercises and explore new skills through learning opportunities.
• Emotional: Find peace and purpose through wellness coaching that empowers you to define and pursue your well-being goals.
• Social: Connect with your community through activities and foster meaningful relationships.
• Spiritual: Explore your personal values and beliefs in a supportive environment.
• Vocational: Discover new passions or reignite old hobbies – there’s no limit to your potential.

An Energetic Fitness Center

The Kendal at Ithaca Fitness Center offers a variety of options to suit all fitness levels. Whether you prefer high-energy workouts like “Cardio Flex & Strength” or gentle exercise classes like “Sit to Be Fit,” you’ll find a program to help you reach your goals. Our facility features:

• Cardio machines: treadmills, ellipticals, rowing machines, and more.
• Strength training equipment: Keiser Pneumatic machines and free weights.
• Group fitness classes led by certified professionals
• Experienced Fitness Coordinators to guide you and assist in developing fitness goals.

Personalized Wellness Coaching

The wellness coaching program is designed to be self-directed and collaborative. Your coach will guide you in identifying what matters most to you, leveraging your strengths to create positive and lasting changes.

Beyond the Fitness Center

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Our commitment to wellness extends beyond the walls of the Fitness Center. Explore our walking trails, engage in gardening, or enjoy a game of tennis or pickleball on our outdoor courts.

Comprehensive Health Services

Kendal at Ithaca is committed to providing resident-centered care, ensuring that individuals are actively involved in all healthcare decisions. On-site healthcare services are structured to promote well-being and support independence. The full-time medical staff comprises nurses, social workers, and support personnel. In addition, several community physicians, along with a dentist and podiatrist, maintain long-standing professional relationships with Kendal and its residents. The entire healthcare team collaborates to create an individualized healthcare plan tailored to each resident’s needs.

Features of our Health Services:

• Coordinated, individualized health care program for life.
• On-site Resident Care Clinic for preventive care and pharmacy services.
• Enhanced Assisted Living and skilled nursing care available.
• Provision of covered prescription medications.
• On-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy.
• Local medical transportation.
• Assistance with Medicare and supplemental insurance forms.
• Peace of mind knowing we can arrange transportation back to Ithaca if you become ill while traveling in Canada or Mexico.