For Immediate Release

June 2008

Alexis Stene Joins Kendal Staff

Alexis Stene will begin as the new Marketing Associate on Wednesday, June 11, 2008.  Alexis, who goes by the shortened form of her name, Alex, has most recently worked as Kendal at Lexington's receptionist. She has also served as a volunteer in the Webster Center. Alex was raised in Rockbridge County and has recently moved back after 5 years living in the Carolinas.  Her previous work experience was in wine sales and education, from retail stores to vineyards.

Join Us In the Virginia Communities of Glen Allen or Stafford to Learn About Kendal at Lexington

Kendal periodically plans "road shows" to areas where people have expressed interest in learning more about our community. Join us in Glen Allen on Tuesday, July 22 at 11 am with lunch to follow; we'll meet at Wyndham Virginia Crossings Hotel & Conference Center. Or join us on July 31st at 11:00 am at Augustine Golf Club in Stafford, Virginia. Please reserve your seat by calling us at 540-464-2601 or toll free at 1-800-976-8303.

In the past we have traveled to Abingdon, Richmond, Smith Mountain Lake, Hot Springs, Charlottesville, Roanoke, and Bethesda, Maryland. If you would like to help us arrange a program for your community, we would be happy to hear from you. Some comments from evaluations completed at previous meetings: "We found it (the presentation) to be very informational"; "The information will help us as we consider options for our future"; "I have visited other Kendal communities; the Kendal concept is very impressive. I have learned that anything associated with Kendal is quality!"; "I want to schedule a Try It visit".

Join Us for Kendal at the Kiln on July 27th

Kendal is sponsoring the Robin and Linda Williams Show at Limekiln Theater. The show starts at 7:30 and our guests are welcome to come to Kendal for a light dinner before the show. You must call the theater at 1-800-594-8499 for tickets.

Join us for Kendal at Garth Newel, Sunday, August 17, at 3 p.m.

Kendal sponsors the Borromeo String Quartet performance at Garth Newel. For tickets call 877-558-1689. For those interested, we will meet at Kendal to car pool on the Kendal van. To sign up, call Charlotte at 800-976-8303.

April 2008

Cabell Foundation Challenge Grant Update

Kendal is pleased to report that nearly $27,000 has been contributed toward the Cabell Foundation challenge grant for $40,000. The grant was awarded in November of 2007 for construction of a sunroom and enhanced lobby for Kendal at Lexington’s Benjamin Borden Health Center. Contributions have been pledged since November 15th, 2007.

“It is our earnest hope,” states Steven Jewell Executive Director for Kendal at Lexington, “that matching donations, which are required to reach our goal, will assist us to transform the living experience for residents of the Borden Health Center - from the moment they arrive – under the new canopy and entrance – to the pleasure of using two new comfortable and bright open places. It is also our hope that family members will enjoy their visits with loved ones even more when these bright, more spacious options are on hand.” READ FULL PRESS RELEASE.

Sunnyside Run Restoration Continues

On Saturday, April 19, phase 2 of Sunnyside Run stream restoration was completed. Kendal staff and residents were joined by Boy Scout Troop 5, under the leadership of Dale Kitchens, and friends from Boxerwood Garden to plant deep rooted plants to strengthen the stream's riparian buffer.

March 2008

Community Enjoys First Meals in Remodeled Marketplace

Here are some of the comments noted upon opening:

From Staff: "You get a warm, comfortable feeling when you when you enter the area"; "I just love the colors in the renovated area, not to mention I can get food at any time, 7:30 a.m. until 8 p.m.! And good food it is! French fries, grilled chicken, Reubens, Paninis--all made to order!"  From residents: "7:30 am to 8 pm is a real convenience"; "Two soup selections ought to satisfy most tastes". From future residents of Phase II, here with family for Easter: "Dinner - especially the rack of lamb - is the best we can remember in a long time!" Additional comments included: "The way they are keeping the food hot is great!"; "Cooking the vegetables in smaller batches and keeping them coming out hot and crisp (not soggy and hot) is lots better".

     

Phase II Pre-sale Is Nearly Complete - Three Additional Cottages Will Be Built.

With sales going very well, three additional cottages have been added to Phase II. There are still 4 cottage homes available. Don't miss out on this golden opportunity to make Kendal at Lexington your new home.  Visit our Phase II web page to view and print floor plans and for more information. A site plan, floorplans and fee sheet for the project are ready to be mailed to you. Simply e-mail us at admissions@kalex.kendal.org. Or give us a call at 540-464-2601 or toll free at 1-800-976-8303.