Otterbein SeniorLife Lebanon celebrated one of its most beloved residents — not a person, but a dog. Cole, an Irish Red & White Setter, earned an invitation to compete at the 150th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in 2026,...
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Marian’s Journey to Otterbein: Post-Acute Care and Rehabilitation
Assisted living resident Marian G. has had quite a journey – from a hospital stay to post-acute care to assisted living. And she’ll be the first to tell you that she wouldn’t be where… Read more »
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Spread Your Wings: Celebrate Birding Week in Marblehead, Ohio
As the soft hues of spring bloom across the landscape, Marblehead, Ohio, gears up for its annual Biggest Week in American Birding Festival, organized by Black Swamp Bird Observatory. The spectacular event showcases the avian wonders of the Lake Erie...
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Find Your Perfect Retreat at Otterbein Granville’s Stillwater Ridge
Otterbein Granville is excited to announce the addition of 18 villa-style independent living homes nestled within its 94-acre campus. Stillwater Ridge offers new maintenance-free homes that seamlessly blend comfort with natural surroundings. Each residence is designed with an open-floor-plan philosophy,...
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Otterbein SeniorLife Unveils Brand New Website
Otterbein SeniorLife is excited to unveil our new website — a digital reflection of our dedication to innovation, compassion, and prioritizing our residents. For over 110 years, we have committed to enriching individual life journeys and providing seniors with...
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2025 Dilgard Open Raises More than $135,000 for Hospice
On September 15, the 32nd Annual Dilgard Open was held to benefit the Otterbein Hospice “Every Moment Matters” Program, which delivers compassionate, person-centered care to individuals and families across 22 counties in Ohio. Event proceeds grossed more than $135,000 and...
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Visit Otterbein Sunset House’s Annual Old-Fashioned Christmas
Otterbein Sunset House is delighted to announce its annual Old-Fashioned Christmas Celebration is returning on Tuesday, December 9, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. This festive event has become a cherished local tradition, drawing hundreds of residents, families, and neighbors together to...
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Otterbein SeniorLife Announces Planned Acquisition of Ohio Living’s Lake Vista Community
The Otterbein SeniorLife Board has announced a plan to acquire Ohio Living’s Lake Vista Community located in Cortland, Ohio. The contractual agreements have been approved by the respective boards of directors and have entered a period of two months for...
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A Tradition of Honor and Care: The Tree of Hope Celebration
As the holiday season approaches, we at Otterbein SeniorLife are honored to share one of our most cherished traditions: the Tree of Hope. This celebration invites us to remember and honor those who have touched our hearts while supporting vital...
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Celebrating 113 Years with Otterbein Giving Tuesday
For 113 years, our story has been one of compassion, community, and commitment to serving others. What began as a vision to provide a safe, caring home for older adults has grown into a thriving family of communities across Ohio...
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Otterbein Lebanon Celebrates Grand Opening of Rock Steady Boxing Gym
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...
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Dilgard Open Raises Money for the Otterbein Hospice Every Moment Matters Program
The Dilgard Open Golf Tournament has raised more than one million dollars in its 32-year history to benefit Otterbein Hospice. Rev. Howard Washburn founded the tournament in honor of former Otterbein CEO Dr. Charles K. Dilgard, celebrating his 28 years...
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Otterbein Marblehead Breaks Ground on New Life Enrichment Center
Otterbein Marblehead broke ground on a new Life Enrichment Center on May 7, 2025. The transformative space is designed to support holistic wellness, foster meaningful connections, and inspire joy for residents and the surrounding community. New Life Enrichment Center Coming...
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Otterbein Sunset Village to Break Ground on New Luxury Senior Villas
Otterbein Sunset Village is celebrating a new era of luxury living for seniors with a groundbreaking ceremony at 12:30 p.m. on July 9, 2025. The continuing care retirement community (CCRC) is planning to add spacious villas in The Railway, a...
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Otterbein Green Hills Celebrates Official Affiliation with Otterbein SeniorLife
Otterbein Green Hills celebrated its official affiliation with Otterbein SeniorLife in a dedication ceremony at the community located in West Liberty, Ohio. The event celebrated the merging of two organizations committed to providing exceptional care and enriching the lives of...
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Otterbein Finalizes Acquisition of Otterbein North Olmsted SeniorLife Community
On behalf of the ownership and management of Emerald Village Senior Living, Otterbein SeniorLife is pleased to announce that Otterbein has officially acquired Emerald Village Senior Living from Vista Prairie Communities. Emerald Village Senior Living’s Transition to Otterbein North Olmsted...
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Otterbein Finalizes Affiliation of Otterbein Green Hills SeniorLife Community
The Green Hills Community and Universal Home Health and Hospice (a Green Hills-operated home-based services entity) have agreed to become part of the Otterbein SeniorLife organization. The Otterbein Green Hills SeniorLife Community becomes one of 26 entities in the Otterbein...
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Explore the Dining Experience at Otterbein Cridersville
Since we spend more than an hour each day eating, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, it’s important to enjoy our mealtimes. That’s why Otterbein SeniorLife Cridersville maintains modern updates and fresh new dishes in their signature dining room,...
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Otterbein Finalizes Acquisition of Otterbein Tipp City SeniorLife Community
Otterbein SeniorLife is pleased to announce the acquisition of SpringMeade Health Center and Residences from Premier Health and Upper Valley Medical Center. The Otterbein Tipp City SeniorLife Community, as it will now be called, will be integrated into Otterbein's senior...
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Tell Our Stories Podcast Features Otterbein Olympics
Otterbein SeniorLife had the unique opportunity to share their Otterbein Olympics story with the Tell Our Stories podcast, a platform dedicated to highlighting positive stories about the senior care experience across the country. This blog shares the conversation and provides...
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Otterbein SeniorLife Awarded 2024 LeadingAge Ohio Aging Services Impact Award
Otterbein SeniorLife is thrilled to receive the 2024 LeadingAge Ohio Aging Services Impact Award for its innovative new Otter-Delicious culinary videos. The popular live show, hosted by Otterbein SeniorLife Culinary Director Drew Allen, features one or more talented Otterbein chefs...
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Otterbein Sponsors Toledo Zoo River Otter Exhibit Cam and Provides New Experience for Residents
Otterbein SeniorLife Communities and Small House Neighborhoods celebrated World Otter Day with a new sponsorship and a fun adventure! Otterbein is the proud sponsor of the Toledo Zoo’s River Otter Exhibit Cam. Many residents and partners (employees) saw the river...
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New Small House at Otterbein Marblehead Now Open
Otterbein SeniorLife is currently the largest provider of an innovative skilled nursing home model that is changing the way America cares for elders and rehab guests. Our “small houses” are a unique concept designed to de-institutionalize traditional skilled nursing home...
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Otterbein SeniorLife Expands Small House Neighborhoods Throughout Ohio
Otterbein SeniorLife, a national leader in the operation of “Small House” skilled nursing neighborhoods, is expanding operations in all nine neighborhood locations throughout the state of Ohio. What is a Small House Skilled Nursing Neighborhood? Otterbein’s skilled nursing neighborhoods provide...
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Otterbein in the News: Spotlight on Small House Neighborhoods
Otterbein SeniorLife is the largest provider of small-house nursing care in the country, following the principles of The Green House Project. Want an inside look at this unique style of skilled nursing? The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) recently visited one...
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What’s the Difference? Otterbein SeniorLife Communities vs. SeniorLife Neighborhoods
If you’re considering senior living options for yourself or a loved one, you’ve likely noticed that there are many different options to choose from. It can be difficult to pinpoint the similarities and differences between locations and levels of service....
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Faith and Spirituality at Otterbein
For more than 100 years, Otterbein SeniorLife has been caring for seniors with an emphasis on faith. But what does that mean? Our residents come from a variety of faith traditions and beliefs, and all are welcome. Faith and spirituality...
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Otterbein Pemberville Makes $20.2 Million Investment into Future Healthcare Needs of Area Seniors
Pemberville, Ohio: Otterbein SeniorLife has pledged a total of $20.2 million into bettering healthcare for our community's seniors. Skilled nursing, assisted living, and rehabilitation services are all getting an upgrade at the Otterbein Pemberville community. “If you’ve driven by Otterbein...
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Otterbein St. Marys Breaks Ground on New Expansion
St. Marys, OH - Otterbein St. Marys has officially broken ground on an expansion that will add 16 new independent living homes to its campus. "We are thrilled to be expanding our independent living offerings to serve more seniors who are...
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Otterbein Cridersville Begins Return to Normalcy with Activities and In-Person Visitation
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the last year has been full of, “No you can’t.” At Otterbein Cridersville – at long last – it’s time to say…“Yes, you can!” Normal Activities Resuming at Otterbein Now that the vaccine has arrived...
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150 Years of Otterbein Sunset House: A Look Through the Decades
In 1871, you could buy a home for $700, or a pound of butter for 15 cents. The first photographs of what would become Yellowstone National Park were taken, and Orville Wright of aviation fame was born. That year, Sunset...
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Otterbein Resident Wins Gold Medal at World Masters Track and Field Competition
Imagine, at age 85, being in a seaside town in Spain on a 110-degree day and winning a gold medal in an international pole vaulting competition. That's exactly what Otterbein resident Bob Arledge did on September 12, 2018, when he...
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Get Ready for the 2019 Otterbein Olympics Events
Last year, 150 residents from each Otterbein SeniorLife campus gathered in Lebanon for the first Otterbein Olympic Games. Not only was the event a way for residents to meet new friends and show off their skills, it went so well...
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Financial Stability and Stewardship at Otterbein SeniorLife
For more than 100 years, Otterbein SeniorLife has served its residents and their families. Today, we continue to enjoy financial stability and the ability to provide our residents with exceptional care. See our balance sheet and operating income from 2019...
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Otterbein SeniorLife Announces Affiliation with Sunset Communities
The board of directors of Otterbein SeniorLife today announced an affiliation with Sunset Communities, located in Toledo, Ohio. Both are senior care non-profit organizations that provide a wide array of senior services including independent and assisted living, memory-support, skilled nursing...
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4 Merry & Bright Holiday Stories from Otterbein Residents
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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100 Years and Counting: A Look at Otterbein’s Past and Present
For more than 100 years, Otterbein has faithfully ministered to seniors and their families through compassionate, person-first care. Founded in 1912, Otterbein SeniorLife has grown to include continuing care retirement communities throughout Ohio and in Indiana, skilled nursing and rehabilitation...
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Otterbein SeniorLife Announces New Mission Statement
Otterbein SeniorLife has announced a new mission statement for the organization: Inspired by faith, we strive to enrich individual life journeys for all. We share more about the new mission statement through a video featuring Otterbein SeniorLife President & CEO...
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Safe Haven: COVID Safety at Otterbein Lebanon
In a time of uncertainty and fear caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Otterbein has been a safe haven for residents and has put them at ease with well-organized, well-implemented safety measures. From our residents’ perspective, the way Otterbein has handled...
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Otterbein SeniorLife Announces Membership in The Green House Project
Effective immediately, Otterbein SeniorLife will officially become a member of The Green House Project®.In 2001, nursing home reformer Dr. Bill Thomas had a radical idea. Instead of living in nursing home institutions, people should be living in real homes. That...
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The Otterbein Story: 110 Years of Service to Seniors
The year 2022 marks a special milestone for Otterbein SeniorLife – the 110th anniversary of our founding. Our rich history provided a strong foundation upon which Otterbein continues to build daily. We’ve always been about caring for those in need,...
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Now Open: The Oakwood at Otterbein Pemberville
Otterbein SeniorLife Pemberville is excited to announce the opening of its newest assisted living community, The Oakwood at Otterbein. New Luxury Assisted Living Apartments at Otterbein Pemberville The Oakwood is integrated into Otterbein Pemberville’s existing campus and offers a caring...
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Otterbein Cridersville Assisted Living Earns Deficiency-Free Health Survey
Deficiency-Free State of Ohio Department of Health Survey for Otterbein Cridersville SeniorLife Community The Ohio Department of Health completed their annual survey of Otterbein Cridersville SeniorLife Community. The thorough survey was a success for Otterbein as they received a deficiency-free...
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Throwback: Vaccination Day at Otterbein Granville
By Courtney Pastor, Marketing Time for a Throwback! Just over a year ago, January 27, 2021, marked a long-awaited day for staff, residents, and families at Otterbein Granville: the 2nd COVID-19 vaccination day. Here are some residents' sentiments on getting the COVID-19...
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Otterbein SeniorLife Announces Planned Affiliation with Kendal at Granville
Otterbein SeniorLife is excited to share our plans to affiliate with Kendal at Granville, located in Granville, Ohio. The affiliation is expected to be finalized in fall 2021. Both Otterbein and Kendal at Granville are non-profit senior care organizations that...
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Otterbein Granville Accredited as Level I Arboretum
This blog was originally published in 2019. It was updated in February 2022. Otterbein Granville has been awarded a Level I Accreditation by The ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program and The Morton Arboretum, for achieving particular standards of professional practices deemed...
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From Kendal at Granville to Otterbein Granville: What You Need to Know
Otterbein SeniorLife’s newest SeniorLife Community ― Otterbein Granville ― recently underwent a change from its previous name, Kendal at Granville. So, what does this mean for those considering a move to Otterbein Granville? We’re glad you asked! And we have...
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7 Tips to Sell Your House This Fall
The white-hot real estate market has cooled a bit in the last few months, but there is still plenty of time and opportunity for people who want to sell their homes before the snow flies. Jen Harper, a real estate...
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Otterbein Receives ‘A’ From Standard & Poor’s
Otterbein SeniorLife again received an “A” rating and stable outlook from Standard & Poor's. This year marks the sixth consecutive year Otterbein has received an “A” rating from the international organization. Otterbein again honored for financial excellence The rating reflects...
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Otterbein Announces New Name, Logo, and Website
It’s the beginning of our transformation. With changing our name to Otterbein SeniorLife (previously Otterbein Senior Lifestyle Choices), we’ve launched a new ministry-wide brand identity, complete with a new logo and new website. The Journey to Otterbein SeniorLife In creating our...
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