Kendal at Ithaca

In the spirit of giving, the staff at Kendal at Ithaca has been coming together to collect non-perishable food items for the YMCA of Ithaca & Tompkins County's food cupboard. ?? This effort is a small way we can support and uplift our community members during this season of kindness and compassion. Thank you to our amazing team for your generosity and dedication to making a difference! ?? #SeasonOfGiving #CommunitySupport #KendalAtIthaca #YMCAIthaca #GiveBack

Crystal has been with Kendal at Ithaca for 12 years, taking pride in her work and the relationships she builds with residents. "Our Environmental Services team creates a clean, safe environment for residents and staff, helping make Kendal a special place to live and work. The long-term relationships with residents and Kendal’s strong benefits make this a great place to build a career." If you want to work somewhere where your dedication is valued, join us at Kendal. Find your next opportunity: https://buff.ly/3Yl90D3 #KendalCareers #EnvironmentalServices #GreatPlaceToWork #MakingADifference #LoveWhereYouWork #CareerWithImpact #KendalatIthaca

This National Patient Transport Week, we’re celebrating the incredible work of our dedicated transporters at Kendal at Ithaca! ???? Your daily efforts make a big difference in the lives of our community members, ensuring they get where they need to go with care, compassion, and safety. Your role in the overall community experience and resident care is vital, and we couldn’t be more grateful for all you do! Thank you for your commitment and service. ?? #NationalPatientTransportWeek #ThankYou #CompassionInAction #KendalAtIthaca #appreciationpost

Reflecting on his experience, Michael Youmans noted, “Attending Leadership Academy has been a truly remarkable experience. It has allowed me the space to reflect, learn, and grow. Academy has helped provide me with new perspectives that are hard to get through normal day-to-day operations. I hope my experiences, leadership tools, and newfound perspectives can inspire our Health Services department and continue to make Kendal at Ithaca an even better place to live and work. I am very grateful to be provided this experience!” Laurie Mante, CEO of Kendal at Ithaca, shares, “As we celebrate Mike’s accomplishment, we recognize the importance of strong leadership in our community. His dedication to continuous growth benefits his professional development and enriches the lives of residents and colleagues throughout Kendal. Congratulations, Mike, on this significant achievement!” LeadingAge

?? Congratulations to all our wonderful staff members celebrating work anniversaries this November! ?? Thank you for your dedication, hard work, and the positive impact you bring to our community every day. We are grateful for your service and look forward to many more years of shared success and growth together! If you’re looking for a place where you can grow, be part of a supportive team, and make a difference, join us at Kendal at Ithaca! ?? Explore our career opportunities here: https://buff.ly/3Nwrk7T #WorkAnniversary #ThankYou #Community #JoinOurTeam #CareerGrowth #KendalatIthaca #KendalValues

?? Happy Halloween from Kendal at Ithaca! ?? Today has been a wonderful display of creativity and festive spirit as our staff brought out their best costumes! From individual styles to fun group themes, the Halloween vibes are strong throughout the Kendal community. ??♀???♂?? Our team is enjoying a friendly costume contest and some seasonal crafts, while everyone looks forward to a celebration later today with games, live music, and delicious treats at the Ithaca Falls Café! ?????? Wishing everyone a safe and spook-tacular Halloween! ???????? #HappyHalloween #KendalAtIthaca #HalloweenFun #CommunitySpirit #FestiveFun

?? Congratulations to Michael Youmans! ?? We are thrilled to celebrate Michael Youmans, our Health Services Administrator, on his recent graduation from the esteemed Larry Minnix Leadership Academy by LeadingAge National. This prestigious program provided Michael with unique opportunities to develop his authentic leadership style through self-exploration, relationship-building, and innovative leadership practices. Reflecting on his experience, Michael shared, “Attending Leadership Academy has been a truly remarkable experience. It has allowed me the space to reflect, learn, and grow… I hope that my experiences… can inspire our Health Services department and continue to make Kendal at Ithaca an even better place to live and work.” Thank you, Michael, for your dedication to fostering a community where all can thrive. Kendal at Ithaca is fortunate to have you leading the way toward a compassionate, innovative future in health services! #LeadershipInAction #KendalAtIthaca #HealthServices #ContinuousImprovement #Congratulations #LeadingAge #LeadershipFellow

“We are delighted and honored that several Kendal Affiliates have been acknowledged as some of the Best Places to Work, Live and Heal,” shared Vassar Byrd, CEO of The Kendal Corporation. “These categories reflect the very principles upon which Kendal was founded and continues to operate. Across the Kendal System, we are committed to supporting and serving the people who work and live in Kendal-affiliated communities.” Three Kendal Affiliates were listed as Senior Care’s Best Places to Work. Kendal at Home, which operates in Ohio, Kentucky and Massachusetts; Kendal at Ithaca in Ithaca, New York; and Kendal at Oberlin in Oberlin, Ohio, were ranked among the top employers in senior living and aging service providers in the U.S. and Canada. Two Affiliates – Barclay Friends in West Chester, Pennsylvania, and Kendal at Lexington in Lexington, Virginia – have been named Best Places to Live and are among the top senior living and aging services providers in the U.S. and Canada according to WeCare Connect." Argentum

?? Meet Maureen, our dedicated HR Generalist at Kendal at Ithaca! ?? Maureen plays a key role in creating a warm and welcoming environment for our staff from day one. "I love the genuine relationships I've built with both my colleagues and the residents at Kendal at Ithaca. The environment allows me to be my true self, and I feel fully supported to grow both personally and professionally." With an open-door policy, Maureen and the HR team provide guidance on everything from benefits to career development, making sure that Kendal’s values of respect, care, and trust are upheld. Through initiatives like the Employee Futures Fund, Maureen was able to earn her HR Management certification from Cornell, and she encourages others to pursue their goals in this supportive and inspiring environment. ?? Interested in joining our community? Kendal at Ithaca is a place where your contributions matter, and you can grow both professionally and personally. Check out our career opportunities today: https://lnkd.in/gcTh7kUg #JoinOurTeam #KendalAtIthaca #HRExcellence #HealthcareCareers #CommunityMatters #LoveWhereYouWork

???? Join us for the Kendal at Ithaca Fall Blood Drive! ???? ?? Date: Wednesday, October 30th ?? Time: 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM ?? Location: Kendal at Ithaca Auditorium, 2230 N. Triphammer Road, Ithaca, NY 14850 Residents, staff, families, and the general public are all invited to donate. Your generosity can save lives! ???? Register today at https://buff.ly/2DxU49g or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). BONUS: Give blood in October and receive a $10 Amazon.com Gift Card! Plus, you’ll be entered for a chance to win a $5,000 prize. ???? See buff.ly/3ZLilXc for details. #BloodDrive #GiveBlood #SaveLives #KendalatIthaca #FallGiving #IthacaEvents