Inclusion and Belonging
Openness to diverse ideas, cultures, and lifestyles comes naturally in progressive Ithaca. Combined with Kendal’s mission, core values, and practices, this makes Kendal at Ithaca a truly safe and accepting environment for people from all backgrounds, faiths, and identities to feel comfortable being themselves.
SAGECare Accreditation and Awards
Kendal at Ithaca recently received its second consecutive SAGECare platinum award. SAGECare is the leading resource focused on improving the quality of life for LGBTQ+ older adults. Achieving platinum status signifies that at least 80% of both management and staff have completed SAGECare’s training and earned their credentials.
A Spirit of Inclusion
Kendal at Ithaca promotes respect, acceptance, collaboration, and teamwork among residents, employees, board members, staff, and volunteers alike. This commitment to inclusion enriches the entire community and the services it provides.
- All differences and individual identities are acknowledged and appreciated
- Everyone is welcomed, respected, and treated fairly
- Every person’s unique needs and viewpoints are valued
- Each individual has a place at the table and an opportunity to be heard
- Every voice can be authentically expressed
- Individuals can bring their true selves to the table without any cost to their identity
Inspiring a Culture of Belonging Through Action
Kendal at Ithaca is committed to applying practices that cultivate inclusion and belonging to ensure all aspects of our community embrace a spirit of openness and the richness of varied backgrounds. Our approach represents the shared concepts, beliefs, and actions that help us nurture and promote Kendal’s core values throughout Kendal at Ithaca.
- Structural Inclusion: The principles of Inclusion and belonging are reflected in the makeup of every policy, practice, decision, communication and interaction.
- Welcoming and Inclusive: We look to cultivate communities where individuals can be their true selves.
- Non-Judgmental Inquiry: We are committed to expressing respect for every individual and approach every interaction without judgment.
- Open Communication: A sense of integrity and community is prioritized and preserved through clear, direct, respectful and open communication.
- Our Mission: We strengthen every Kendal Community by being true to our mission and hope our experience will benefit others.
