The holidays are quickly approaching, and we love looking back at years past to recount our favorite memories and traditions. We asked our residents to share stories of their best holiday memories and were overwhelmed with the response. Read below...
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By Otterbein Granville resident Kathie H. “A garden to walk in and immensity to dream in — what more could he ask? A few flowers at his feet and above him the stars.” - Victor Hugo, Les Misérables The 94...
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By Otterbein Granville resident Kathie H. Have you observed bluebirds? Brilliant, almost iridescent, blue feathers on the back, head, and wings, with a beautiful rusty upper chest. A welcome surprise to any garden or window bird-feeding station. Friendly and unbothered...
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By Otterbein Granville resident Kathie H. Children seem naturally attracted to music. The tonal changes and rhythms have soothed and energized babies and young children since the beginning of time. While we elders may suppress our inner child, that affinity...
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From their very first visit, Otterbein independent living residents Charlie and Kathleen F. knew that Otterbein Cridersville was right for them. The intimate, rural setting closely resembled their hometown of Botkins, Ohio, and the amenities and activities available were complementary...
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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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Every resident has a story behind how they heard of Otterbein SeniorLife. For some, they had friends who lived there. Many had their adult children tell them about Otterbein. For other current residents, they were able to experience Otterbein through...
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By Otterbein Granville resident Kathie H. Keep your shirt on! This is not what you are thinking. Shinrin Yoku is an ancient Japanese practice, and the current national pastime in Japan believed to reduce stress and promote well-being. Full-body immersion,...
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Otterbein Lebanon residents choose to move here for a variety of reasons, but one reason tends to stand out above the rest: the people. In this blog, resident couple Frank and Marge share what they enjoy most about living in...
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By Otterbein Granville resident Kathie H. Parlez-vous français? Sprechen Sie Deutsch? Are you multilingual? Bi-lingual, trilingual, polyglot, hyperpolyglot? Even if your Swedish is a little rusty or you learned just enough German to be polite while traveling, there are benefits...
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