Last year, the Kendal on Hudson community joined other Kendal affiliates to participate in a five-year national study to learn the impact of living in a Life Plan Community (same as a“CCRC”). The study is conducted by Mather LifeWays Institute on Aging and Northwestern University. It compares self-reported health and wellness of individuals living at Life Plan Communities to people living outside of such communities. The goal is to better understand the long-term impact Life Plan Communities have on the health and wellbeing of residents.
First year findings (due out this month in publication) show that Life Plan Community residents tend to have greater emotional, social, physical, intellectual and vocational wellness than demographically similar older adults in the community at large.
This is the last year that new participants can join. You can learn more at The AgeWell-Study.com.
What dates do you need to know? If you participated last year you will receive your 2019 survey mailed directly to you by mid-February. Although they are sending hard copies, participants are encouraged to answer online, if able.
All completed surveys will be due back by Friday, March 15. Completed surveys (in the provided sealed envelope) will be collected at the front desk. If you are new to Kendal and wish to participate for the first time, please contact Lisa Wacht, Health Services Administrator. Lisa is Kendal on Hudson’s survey administrator.