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If you’re currently looking for long-term or post-acute care for yourself or a loved one, you may want to consider a less traditional form of nursing home care. Green House homes, built in partnership with The Green House Project®, are...
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When an older adult is unable to live alone at home and needs ongoing medical care, skilled nursing is often the best option. Typically, this happens in a later season of life ― mid to late 80s ― but for...
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Paying for nursing care for yourself or a loved one can be confusing. In this article, we’ll help you understand what is included in the cost of skilled nursing care at Otterbein, how Medicare and Medicaid come into play, and...
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According to the Centers for Disease Control, caregivers often pay a high toll for their labor of love: 35% of caregivers have difficulty finding time for themselves 29% experience emotional and physical stress from their rol 54% said their health...
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We’re breaking down the stages of finding long-term care for your loved one in this four-part series, including noticing the signs that it’s needed, talking about it with your family members, what the costs will be, and how to find...
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Get help with finding long-term care - or skilled nursing - for your loved one in this four-part series. Find articles with tips on deciding if it’s needed, talking about it with your family members, what the costs will be,...
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What do you think of first when you hear “skilled nursing”? If sterile hallways and impersonal care come to mind, you might be surprised to learn that there’s another option. Our Otterbein SeniorLife Neighborhoods combine the comfort and familiarity of...
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Get help with finding long-term care for your loved one in this four-part series. Find articles to help you understand if it’s needed, talk about it with your family members, uncover the costs, and find the right option for your loved...
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When Jed Metzger’s mother, Ruth, needed a higher level of care, they knew Otterbein Cridersville was the right place. Hear Jed and Ruth’s story in the video below, or read the full transcript. What Was it Like Moving Your Mom...
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Otterbein SeniorLife uses technology and the latest research to help elders who have respiratory diseases, as well as those with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Otterbein SeniorLife Neighborhoods are small communities that provide skilled nursing and rehabilitation services...
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