As the holiday season approaches, we at Otterbein SeniorLife are honored to share one of our most cherished traditions: the Tree of Hope. This celebration invites us to remember and honor those who have touched our hearts while supporting vital funds for our benevolent care and memory care programs, which enrich the lives of residents every day.
Support and Remember
The Tree of Hope began at Otterbein St. Marys, when a caring partner decorated a humble pine tree, and members of the community gave to help residents in need. That first year, 100 lights shimmered with hope. Since then, your generosity has brightened countless lives, ensuring compassionate care for all — regardless of financial circumstance.
This year, as we reflect on the power of memory and the importance of compassionate care, your gift carries special meaning. You help create comfort, connection, and dignity for residents receiving memory care, bringing moments of joy and peace through personalized support and innovative therapies.
Guided by our mission, “Inspired by faith, we strive to enrich individual life journeys for all,” we invite you to take part in this season’s Tree of Hope. Each contribution will be honored with a personalized ornament inscribed with the name of someone special to you and will illuminate the tree at your chosen Otterbein location.
2025 Otterbein Community Tree of Hope Events
Each community’s Tree of Hope event welcomes residents, donors, and friends to come together in remembrance and celebration of those honored or memorialized through generous gifts of love and support.
- Otterbein St. Marys: Tuesday, Dec. 2, 5:30 p.m.
- Otterbein Cridersville: Tuesday, Dec. 9, 4 p.m.
- Otterbein Franklin: Thursday, Dec. 11, 2 p.m.
- Otterbein Pemberville: Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2 p.m.
- Otterbein Lebanon: Thursday, Dec. 18, 2 p.m.
Every Gift Makes a Difference
Thank you for helping us bring light, love, and hope to our communities this Christmas. Your generosity makes a lasting difference in memory of those we’ve lost, in honor of those we cherish, and in faith for a brighter tomorrow.
