Topics: Hobbies

At Otterbein SeniorLife, we always have loads of fun. In fact, our residents had a great time on a B-OLD Adventure traveling to Winton Woods for some horseback riding earlier this summer. Read on to find out more about our adventures!

Topics: Wellness

After a cold and snowy winter, the initial hints of springtime weather make most people anxious to spend time outdoors. Fresh air, warm sunshine, and awakening foliage go a long way toward curing months-long feelings of boredom and isolation—as well as recent sheltering-in-place frustrations.

Topics: Independent Living, Lebanon, Resident Stories

Some people might wonder what to do with themselves after they’ve retired. But for Connie and Chuck D. of Otterbein SeniorLife Lebanon, that’s not a problem: The couple helps out with the campus shuttle, arts programming, their neighborhood committee, and even house-sitting, to name a few things.

Topics: Hobbies, Wellness

Now that it’s the new year, Otterbein residents and staff are already preparing for the 2019 Otterbein Olympics. Get a peek at last year’s event and start getting ready for this year’s!

Topics: Wellness

This post was originally published in 2019 and has been updated with new tips for you. We usually associate the winter holiday season with joyful times spent celebrating with family and friends. However, the holidays can leave some older adults feeling depressed. If you’re caring for a loved one this time of year, it’s wise… Read more »

Topics: Featured, Independent Living

Joyce loves to travel, dine out, and go on shopping excursions with her cousins. But recently, she has become somewhat overwhelmed with the burdens of homeownership.

Topics: Independent Living

Life in Otterbein’s small houses differs from most skilled nursing and long-term care settings. Otterbein SeniorLife Neighborhoods are each made up of five small houses, with each small house featuring 12 private suites, home-cooked meals, and a consistent team of interdisciplinary staff to ensure all needs are met. 

Topics: Independent Living

As an adult with older parents, you may find yourself helping them select the perfect senior living community. Many questions will need to be answered: What type of senior living community do they want? Where can they get the best possible care into the future? Will they be able to afford the community throughout their… Read more »

Topics: Independent Living

Just like buying a new home, there are many factors to take into account when considering a move to a life plan community (aka continuing care retirement community). How do you know if you are ready? 

Topics: Independent Living

Note: This blog was originally published in Nov. 2020. It has been updated in Jan. 2022 for content. When the cold weather hits, many people stay indoors. After all, who wants to leave the comfort of a cozy home and go outside to face freezing temperatures and slippery sidewalks?