Otterbein SeniorLife Lebanon is pleased to announce the unveiling of its brand-new onsite Rock Steady Boxing gym at the life plan community’s campus. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on August 18, 2025, to celebrate the grand opening and valued partnership with the YMCA.
About Rock Steady Boxing
Rock Steady Boxing is a groundbreaking, science-based fitness program designed to improve the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. The program uses non-contact boxing training to build strength, balance, agility, and confidence. Research shows that this targeted exercise can slow disease progression and enhance quality of life for individuals living with Parkinson’s.
“We are overjoyed to bring this life-changing program to our community and cannot wait to see the incredible outcomes for our residents and members,” said Lori Ward, Executive Director of Otterbein Lebanon. “The energy and excitement of the ribbon-cutting is just the beginning of an inspiring new chapter at Otterbein SeniorLife Lebanon.”
The development of the Rock Steady Boxing gym reflects Otterbein’s unwavering mission: Inspired by faith, we strive to enrich life journeys for all. Wellness is at the heart of everything the continuing care community does for its residents. This partnership with the YMCA demonstrates Otterbein’s ongoing commitment to providing cutting-edge programs for older adults.
By offering access to Rock Steady Boxing, Otterbein Lebanon is empowering individuals diagnosed with Parkinson’s to move, thrive, and live life to the fullest.
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Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Brings Excitement to Community and Residents
The ceremonial ribbon-cutting celebration took place on August 18, 2025, bringing together community members, residents, and leadership to commemorate this occasion. Attendees gathered in anticipation of the positive impact the Rock Steady Boxing program will have on individual well-being, engagement, and shared experiences of those living with Parkinson’s.
Explore an Active Lifestyle at Otterbein Lebanon
You’ll find ranch-style homes, apartments, assisted living, short-term rehab care, and more at our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) located on 1,200 gently rolling acres in southwest Ohio between Dayton and Cincinnati. Visit our website to learn more about our vibrant community.
Founded in 1912, Otterbein SeniorLife is a faith-based, non-profit senior services organization with a mission to enrich individual life journeys for all. Otterbein operates 12 full-service senior living communities, nine long-term care and rehabilitation neighborhoods, a community-based services division including two home health agencies and three hospice care agencies, and an in-house staffing agency. The organization serves residents across central and western Ohio, as well as central Indiana. Learn more at www.otterbein.org
