Ever wonder what life is really like at Otterbein SeniorLife Lebanon? Explore our Q&A to get some of your top questions answered. Q: Do I have to put down a large lump sum of money to move in? No, Otterbein...
Read More »
Downsizing & Retirement Planning
Otterbein SeniorLife Blog
Latest from
Downsizing & Retirement Planning
How to Find Care for Your Parent: What You Need to Know
What Kinds of Care Are Available? How Should I Approach This Topic with My Parent? How to Search for Assisted Living or At-Home Care Costs of Assisted Living vs. Home Care Emotional Well-Being While Caring for Aging Parents Learn More...
Read More »
Tax Tips and Deductions for Seniors
Updated in February 2026 As Ben Franklin famously stated, there are only two sure things in life, and one of them comes every April 15. Yes, we’re talking about tax season. In this blog article, you’ll learn more about what...
Read More »
Why You Should Consider Otterbein Franklin When Choosing a Life Plan Community
Otterbein SeniorLife Franklin is a life plan community for adults 55+ who want to live fully today while feeling secure about tomorrow. Our maintenance-free community means you can focus on what you love while being prepared for whatever the future...
Read More »
Plan Today For Your Future Home at Otterbein Lebanon
Otterbein Lebanon is expanding again and thrilled to announce that Phase 2 of The Fairway Collection has officially broken ground. Following the overwhelming demand for Phase 1, this next chapter includes 28 new, beautifully designed ranch-style homes on the...
Read More »
10 Easy Tips for Decluttering and Downsizing Your Home
Do you really need everything you’ve got? Would downsizing make your home easier to manage? Answering yes is simple. Getting started and following through with a plan to declutter and downsize? Now, there’s a challenge. But Otterbein SeniorLife can help....
Read More »
Is It the Right Time to Move to a Life Plan Community?
By Otterbein Granville resident Mary Ellen H. Trepidation. Now there’s a fancy word. Scared silly is more like it. Well, maybe not scared, but certainly anxious and confused. Face it; this is the biggest move you’ll ever make. Sure, you’ve...
Read More »
4 Reasons Now Is the Right Time for a Move to Otterbein
Many older adults may wonder why you'd consider moving if you’re in good health and happy in your current home. Future planning may be the last thing on your mind, but why not take advantage of your current good health to...
Read More »
Do Life Plan Communities Make Financial Sense?
This blog was originally published in 2021. It was updated in April 2024. While many older adults desire to stay at home as long as possible, some senior living options, like a life plan community, might make more financial sense....
Read More »
What Should You Look for in a Senior Living Community?
Many people think about moving into a senior living community long before they decide to do it. Often it’s because they don’t want to leave the comforts of home, or they worry about being in unfamiliar surroundings. When these folks...
Read More »
