If there was ever a model of how full life can be for men at Otterbein SeniorLife, it’s resident Don R. Having lived at Otterbein St. Marys for 17 years, Don has seen and done so much in his time...
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Something For Everyone: Otterbein SeniorLife Activities & Amenities
Your Golden Years are the perfect time to spend your days doing what you love, and Otterbein Lebanon SeniorLife is the perfect place to do exactly that. The activities and amenities available at our community rival that of a college...
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What I Love About Otterbein St. Marys: June H. and Arline A.
The endearing “Spirit of Otterbein” is best described by the experience of Otterbein residents themselves. In the video below, Otterbein St. Marys residents June H. and Arline A. expressed what that spirit means to them and why they love living...
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Through the Binoculars: Otterbein Resident Shares Best Spots for Bird-Watching
Carol H.’s most frequent guests favor sunflower seeds, peanuts, and a good oak tree. They’re birds of every feather that flock to this long-time birder’s backyard, tucked in a quiet, wooded corner of the Otterbein Lebanon campus. Read more of...
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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays: 6 Stories From Residents
Otterbein Lebanon residents submitted their favorite holiday stories and memories to share this season. Settle in and read on for a dose of holiday cheer! Wassail! Shared by Barb and Harold P. The Renaissance Feast at Otterbein Lebanon was a...
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A Sunset Thanksgiving
A holiday fable with a COVID-era lesson. A long time ago—no one remembers the exact year, but it was soon after the Second World War—residents of Sunset House (known then as The Old Ladies Home of Toledo) were anxiously anticipating the Thanksgiving...
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A Place to Call Home: Paul and Ruby’s Story
Ruby and Paul K. chose to move into Otterbein SeniorLife Cridersville more than two years ago and haven’t looked back from their new home. “You always think, oh, it’s going to be so hard to leave your place. And it...
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Embracing Life at Otterbein: Chuck and Connie
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...
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Hidden Joys of Life at Otterbein Granville
By Otterbein Granville resident Dave S. Otterbein Granville has been home for my wife Becky and me for the past 11 years. Our lives have been enriched by the many new friendships we have developed in the campus community with...
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Neighbors for 42 Years and Counting: Moving to Otterbein Granville
By Melissa Moore, Otterbein Granville Sales and Marketing Manager Moving into a new house can cause a flood of emotions. You may experience excitement imagining the endless possibilities or worry over issues that may come up you weren't counting on....
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