Your Best Life Awaits
at Otterbein Granville
Life Plan Living: Your Place to Flourish
Otterbein SeniorLife Granville
Our village-style life plan community in Granville, Ohio, offers elegant public spaces alongside thoughtfully designed private senior residences, including apartments, cottages, and villas. Situated on a 94-acre site, our Level I Arboretum features a two-acre pond and four miles of walking trails that wind through a forest with 95 tree species. In addition to active adult living, Otterbein Granville provides a comprehensive health care program with health and wellness programs, physician services, assisted living, long-term care, post-acute and rehab care, and memory support — all on the same campus.
Since opening in 2005, Otterbein Granville has been a resident-driven continuing care retirement community where residents help create and lead their own activity programming and special events. Over 30 resident-run committees, ranging from entertainment and movies to philanthropy and Bible study, collaborate to foster an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and values individual interests and personalities. Many residents are lifelong learners who audit classes, attend concerts and plays, and volunteer in various settings throughout central Ohio.
A Plan for the Future
Why Life Plan Living at Otterbein Granville?
At Otterbein SeniorLife Granville, we believe the smartest time to plan for your future is when you’re thriving in the present. Our life plan community welcomes adults 55+ who are ready to embrace freedom, connection, and the confidence that comes from knowing you’re prepared — no matter what lies ahead.
Imagine a life without home maintenance, where your energy is directed toward the things that matter most to you. Our independent living residents enjoy access to a fitness center, engaging weekly activities, and a vibrant social calendar, all while securing something invaluable: priority access to care services when and if they’re needed, whether that’s tomorrow or years down the road.
Here’s what sets us apart: everything happens on a single, connected campus. Independent living, assisted living, and long-term care are all within reach, which means the support you need is never far away. And because you’ve built relationships here from the start, any transition feels less like moving to a new place and more like continuing your life in a familiar home with partners (staff) who already know your story.
We also understand that life doesn’t follow a one-size-fits-all path. That’s why we welcome couples with differing care needs to stay together on campus, and why we offer flexible contract options designed to match your unique lifestyle and preferences.
At Otterbein Granville, you’re not just planning for the future — you’re living fully right now, with the peace of mind that you’re exactly where you need to be.
The Place to Be
Amenities
Otterbein Granville is the place to be for those with an active lifestyle because there’s so much to do here. Our amenities include:
- Heated indoor pool
- Fitness center (with exercise programming)
- Level I Arboretum featuring 95 species of trees
- Wooded nature trails
- Resident gardens
- The Amelia Room for music performances, movie showings, lectures, and large gatherings
- Putting green
- Library
- Ceramics studio
- Art studio
- Fiber arts studio
- Woodshop
- Bocce ball courts
- 2-acre pond
- Billiards room
- Therapy gym
- Pub
- Beautiful dining areas with chef-prepared meals
- Salon and barbershop
- Gathering rooms
- Scheduled transportation services
- Robust program calendar
- Concerts, lectures, and parties
- Educational classes
In addition, Otterbein Granville’s ties run deep with nearby Denison University, and we also have connections with other institutions of higher learning in the area. Residents can engage in lifelong learning by taking classes, interacting with college students, attending concerts, and more.
The Otterbein Mission
“Inspired by faith, we strive to enrich individual life journeys for all.”
Become Enriched!
Frequently Asked Questions About Otterbein Granville
Otterbein Granville is located in Licking County in the village of Granville, which has a population of approximately 5,600 people. Granville is conveniently located in central Ohio, just 35 miles east of Columbus, the state capital.
In most cases, living at Otterbein is no more expensive than the cumulative costs of living at your current residence. The rental fees vary based on the size of your home or apartment, type of residence, location on campus, and contract option.
You can use this free cost comparison guide to compare your current costs of living to the many included costs of living at Otterbein Granville.
You can also get a quick preliminary look at whether Otterbein Granville fits your budget with our free MoneyGauge calculator tool.
Our life plan community offers multiple options depending on your needs. Contact us to learn more about entrance and monthly fee options.
Otterbein Granville shares a special bond with nearby Denison University. In fact, Denison alumni helped start our community in 1996, and the land on which we are built was Denison property.
Since then, the connection between Otterbein Granville and Denison has benefited both communities. Our residents attend lectures, concerts, plays, and athletic events on campus. The Community Scholar program opens Denison’s classes to our residents.
Members of the Denison administration and alumni sit on the board of Otterbein Granville, and our residents also support Denison. We enjoy hosting students and faculty in the Amelia Gathering Room for lectures, workshops, and other special events.
Discover Lifelong Learning Opportunities at Otterbein Granville
Our elegant dining areas are a favorite spot on campus, creating an environment that feels like home for residents and guests alike. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are offered Monday through Saturday, and brunch is offered on Sunday, featuring cooked-to-order omelets, a carving station, and fresh-baked cinnamon rolls.
Otterbein Granville has a host of resident groups and committees that share common interests through regular meetings, group outings, and special events. From sports and fitness to movies and art to diversity and inclusion, there is something for everyone.
Otterbein Granville offers memory support services but does not offer full-scale memory care. However, we do provide physical and memory support programming for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. These programs include:
- Linked Senior – a digital platform that provides life enrichment and encourages engagement in those living with dementia through a touch screen app
- Music and Memory™ – a customized playlist of each resident’s music preferences
- Opening Minds Through Art – an intergenerational art-making program that pairs residents with volunteers who meet once weekly throughout the course
Otterbein Granville maintains a Priority List for prospective residents who are considering our community. When you join the Priority List, you are added to a list to be notified about upcoming availability before the rest of our prospective residents. You can choose whether you would like to be an “active” member of our list or an “inactive” member, depending on your needs and preferences.
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