What happens in one day at the Otterbein Lebanon SeniorLife campus? We found out - and it includes everything from basket-weaving to golf-cart driving. Hear from Otterbein residents Bonnie and Dave P., Marge and Bob H., and John K. on...
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My Journey to Otterbein: Stephanie S.
When Stephanie S. first began thinking about moving to a retirement community, she and her late husband Harry faced a big challenge: paring down the home they’d shared for 43 years. Learn more about their downsizing journey and hear what...
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Get an Inside Look at a Waterfront St. Marys Property [Video]
Retirement should be relaxation at its finest - and there’s no better place to relax than with gorgeous lakefront views. Otterbein SeniorLife St. Marys, a continuing care retirement community (CCRC), is now showing newly-build properties in its Waterfront collection. Take...
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Behind the Scenes: Q&A With Otterbein Cridersville
Note: This blog was originally published in March 2019. It has been updated in Feb. 2022 for content. Are you unsure if a continuing care retirement community is right for you? Or maybe you’ve considered moving to an Otterbein SeniorLife...
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Embracing Life at Otterbein: Herman and Mary
Like many people who live in an Otterbein SeniorLife community, Herman E. has been wowed by the experience. Herman, 88, and his wife Mary moved into an independent living neighborhood at Otterbein Lebanon SeniorLife in 2006. About three years ago,...
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Clear the Clutter With These Expert Downsizing Tips from Amy Zumberger
If the idea of going through what’s accumulated over the years - or decades - in your home sounds daunting, you’re not alone. Organizing and removing personal items can be physically and emotionally draining for anyone. Luckily, Otterbein can help...
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Behind the Scenes at Otterbein SeniorLife Lebanon
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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Why Senior Living Can Be a Better Alternative to Living Alone
Many older adults prefer staying home and aging in place rather than moving to a senior living community. Unfortunately, this may leave a senior with limited transportation and connections to needed care services. Without a strong support system, an older...
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A Relationship Made to Last
Lovi and Dick have been married for 50 years. When they moved into The Woodlands at Otterbein Sunset , the couple decorated their 1,100-square-foot apartment with belongings that reflect a lifetime together: favorite furniture pieces, treasured artwork, and cherished souvenirs...
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How We Found the Right Senior Living Community for Us
Roxie H. and her husband began to consider a move to senior living in 2017. They found that their home of 25 years was too large for them, and the maintenance was more than they could handle. When they decided...
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