Fun in the sun takes on a different meaning for Kenna Dodds.
The 51-year-old Windsor Place resident uses the Iola Municipal Pool as part of her therapy in recovering from a brain aneurysm in 2010.
Her stepfather, Kenneth Sanders, said Dodds formerly worked in advertising and was a very active person. The aneurysm has left her immobile.
In February 2013 Dodds was moved from Texarkana, Texas, to Iola to stay in Windsor Place. Her mother passed away in 2006. Sanders is a frequent visitor.
“There has been lots of improvement here,” Sanders said. “Everything she’s doing is an improvement.”
Sanders said her tracheotomy has been removed. Bodds can move her hands, kick her feet and speak.
Jennifer Cescon, Windsor Place director, said Bodds is the first resident they have brought to the pool.
“We never had anyone ask to go before Kenna,” Cescon said. “For her this is very meaningful and it’s good for her in the long run.”
Cescon said Windsor Place is considering bringing more residents to the pool next summer during adult swim. The pool’s zero-entry capability makes such events possible.
Municipal pool used for therapy
