Among SSAFE’s most valuable resources are our case studies, which showcase best practices and lessons learned from chapter communities. You are invited to browse the library below, where case studies are organized by category and can be easily searched to help you find the most relevant examples for your needs.

For SSAFE members, a downloadable case study template is available below the library to support the creation and sharing of new contributions.

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Case Study: Countersett Court Landscape Renovation

Summary: The Countersett project attempts to change the 50-year-old landscape of one of the neighborhood courtyards at Kendal at Longwood into a model for our larger community in its second…

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Case Study: Lawn Care Equipment Case Study

A study by residents of electric alternatives to gasoline-powered string trimmers led to the purchase of battery-powered equivalents, as well as battery-powered leaf blowers and, eventually, an autonomous battery-powered lawn…

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Case Study: Low-Mow Grass

Summary: In a survey leading to its 2018 Master Landscape Plan, the majority of Kendal at Oberlin residents supported converting at least some of its 30 acres of “manicured lawns…

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Last updated on 5/30/2025

CASE STUDY TEMPLATE

Some of the most valuable resources SSAFE offers are our case studies, which highlight best practices and lessons learned from SSAFE chapter communities.

SSAFE chapter members: Your experiences and insights could greatly benefit other chapters and the wider senior living community. We invite you to contribute by downloading the SSAFE Case Study Template below. The download includes submission instructions and contact details. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us for more information.