He is currently earning a terminal doctorate from the University of North Texas, in applied gerontology (minority aging concentration). Kendall’s graduate studies has centered on the impact of “Religion/Spirituality as it Impacts the Functional Health of the Elderly.” He has authored two books with LeLu publishing titled “Religion & Healthy Aging” and “Senior Care 2.0” respectively. Kendall grew up in a family business’s that included construction and automobile mechanics. This life knowledge has served as a foundation for community development, commercial construction and business development. As a retirement community developer he has professionally been responsible for the project management of 19 congregate living communities with over $150 million of new health care construction. I worked with Dr. Thomas early in the Eden Alternative Development working at Project Life - University of Missouri, Columbia.