Wellness
Otterbein SeniorLife Blog

Spending time outside can mean a healthier, happier you. Yet most of us will resist the temptation: according to one government estimate, we spend 90 percent of our lives indoors. But what if we knew that being outside offers measurable...

According to Psychology Today, 80% of New Year’s resolutions won’t make it through February. That’s a lot of pounds lost, miles walked, and money saved - that never happened. You might think sticking to your resolutions has to do with...

The long, cold days of winter are finally past, and spring is in the air. There’s nothing quite like enjoying the first warm day of the season or seeing the early flowers poking up through the ground. Learn more about...

This is the time of year when you think about spring-cleaning your closets, but what about your pantry? There may be foods in your pantry and your refrigerator that need to be organized and cleaned out - and replaced with...

In early April, we launched The Spirit Connection, a way for anyone to send messages of support to residents, patients, and staff heroes at Otterbein. We’ve been overwhelmed by the response, with nearly 200 notes sent since that time.  We...

Every day, there are more and more ways to do things online, like shopping, visiting the doctor, and talking to friends. But if you don’t feel comfortable using this technology, you might also feel like you’re missing out. Luckily, there’s...

We’re all following the guidelines to help keep ourselves and others safe during the pandemic: washing our hands frequently; staying in; and limiting our contact with others outside our homes.  But that last point might be easier said than done....

Those who have lived long lives often swear by a particular habit or food that’s kept them healthy. But there are real secrets that may help you live a longer, healthier life - and they don’t involve drinking from the...

The Rev. George Phillips, pastor and chaplain at Otterbein SeniorLife, says the most important thing about his work here is the unexpected moments.  “One of our sayings is, ministry is what happens when you’re on your way to do something...