Ever wonder what life is really like at Otterbein SeniorLife Lebanon? We sat down with Anna Gallagher, director of marketing for Otterbein Lebanon, to get some of your top questions answered. Q: Do I have to put down a large...
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Top 5 Estate Planning Documents
This blog was originally published in 2020. It was updated in June 2022. It’s common for older adults to put off estate planning, considering the difficult decisions that may need to be made. However, delaying estate planning or not doing...
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Use the MoneyGauge Calculator to Quickly See if Otterbein Granville is a Financial Fit for You
This blog was originally published in 2021. It was updated in June 2022. One of the top questions individuals looking to make a move to a life plan community ask themselves is, "Can I afford it?” From an outside perspective,...
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What to Consider When Planning for Senior Living
This resident-written blog summarizes a speaking engagement from Brad Breeding at Otterbein Granville about the factors to consider when choosing a senior living community. By Otterbein Granville resident Reed B. Brad Breeding provides advice on senior living with the authority...
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Are My Collectibles Valuable? Should I Sell via an Online Auction?
Hummel plates? Rare stamps? Aunt Martha’s fountain pens? Should you sell them via an online auction house, and how do you know the true value? These are common questions many older adults face when they begin downsizing and selling stuff they no...
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Otterbein Granville To Continue MoneyGauge Calculator
Choosing a life plan community (aka continuing care retirement community) is a big financial decision. One question that exists is: are you in a position financially to possibly pay an entry fee and monthly service fees? If you’re still wondering...
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Downsizing: How Do I Sell My Stuff?
You might think of downsizing as just getting rid of everything. But if you have furniture, china, or other items that you no longer need, you likely want to make some money from selling them. Read our tips for selling...
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The First 3 Places to Start When Downsizing Your Home
When you live in a space for decades, the process of downsizing and moving is a different challenge than if you move after living in a home for a few years. But fear not! Downsizing does not have to be...
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Simplify Your Downsizing Project with These Five Tips
Downsizing can seem like a daunting task. It’s the dreaded “D” word people wish to avoid and often put off for as long as they can. And it can feel overwhelming ― it may be hard to know where to...
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How to Find Care for Your Parent: What You Need to Know
[/vc_column][/vc_row]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...
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