The Kendal Idea

Kendal communities seek to enhance the quality of life and independence of residents by providing high-quality services and health care and enabling resident-driven lifestyles, so that each resident may realize his or her full potential.

In every area of its work, Kendal is guided by its published Values and Standards which are, in turn, rooted in basic Quaker values.

The Kendal system relies not only on the energies and good will of its staff members, board members, and residents but also on the exchange of ideas with others in the field of service to older persons. Kendal takes an active role in public policy issues and participate in professional associations.