Your Best Life Awaits
at Otterbein Sunset House
Life Plan Living: Where Every Day Means More
Otterbein SeniorLife Sunset House
Otterbein Sunset House, located in Toledo, Ohio’s Ottawa Hills neighborhood, is a perfectly unique blend of historic charm and innovative community life. The moment you walk through the doors at our life plan community, you’ll be greeted by beautiful and comfortable surroundings, warm and friendly people, and a wide variety of opportunities to pursue your favorite hobbies – or discover new ones.
Daily life at Otterbein Sunset House integrates cultural and social outings and events that keep you connected to the world around you and engaged in what matters most. Meet new friends in the Hearth Room for intimate conversations. Appreciate nature’s beauty while strolling the walking path along the pond. Or catch up on your reading in front of the fireplace with a favorite beverage by your side. You’ll find it all here at Otterbein Sunset House.
A Plan for the Future
Why Life Plan Living at Otterbein Sunset House?
Otterbein SeniorLife Sunset House is designed for adults 55+ who want to live fully today while feeling confident about tomorrow. Follow your interests and enjoy everyday freedom, with a smart plan already in place for whatever comes next. On one connected campus, you’ll find independent living, assisted living, and long-term care, so the right support is always close, whether you need it years from now or sooner.
The ideal time to choose Otterbein Sunset House is while you’re active and thriving. In independent living, skip the home maintenance, stay strong in the fitness center, and keep your calendar full with weekly programs and outings, all with priority access to future care if you ever need it. What sets Otterbein Sunset House apart is the peace of mind that comes from a clear path forward, right where you already feel at home, and with partners (staff) who know you by name. Because every journey is unique, couples with different care needs can remain together on our campus. Flexible contract options let you choose what fits your lifestyle, preferences, and peace of mind.
The Place to Be
Amenities
Otterbein Sunset House is the place to be for those with an active lifestyle because there’s so much to do at our community. Our amenities include:
- Restaurant-style dining options
- Walking paths
- Indoor and outdoor dining areas
- Gazebo
- Bar for social events and happy hours
- Salon and barbershop
- Common areas with fireplaces
- Fitness center
- Meeting and activity rooms
- Robust program calendar
- Scheduled transportation services
- Programmed activities, speakers, and outings
- Location in Ottawa Hills near local attractions, dining, shopping, medical services, and more
The Otterbein Mission
“Inspired by faith, we strive to enrich individual life journeys for all.”
Become Enriched!
Frequently Asked Questions About Otterbein Sunset House
Otterbein Sunset House is located in Lucas County in northwest Ohio, just a few miles from downtown Toledo. Our Ottawa Hills location means we’re close to your favorite amenities but away from the hustle and bustle.
In most cases, living at Otterbein is no more expensive than the cumulative costs of living at your current residence. The rental fees vary based on the size of your home or apartment, type of residence, location on campus, and contract option.
You can use this free cost comparison guide to compare your current costs of living to the many included costs of living at Otterbein Sunset House.
You can also get a quick preliminary look at whether Otterbein Sunset House fits your budget with our free MoneyGauge calculator tool.
Opened in 2002, The Woodlands is our independent living community, which offers both one- and two-bedroom apartments. The Woodlands shares its campus with Otterbein Sunset House, which offers assisted living, long-term care, rehabilitation services, and more.
At The Woodlands, each upscale apartment includes:
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Spacious closets
- Wall-to-wall carpeting
- Individually controlled heat and air conditioning
- Window blinds
Otterbein Sunset House has been part of the Toledo area for more than 150 years. Founded in 1871 as the “Home for Friendless Women,” Otterbein Sunset House mainly served women in the Toledo area and later became a nursing center. In the early 2000s, the community began to admit men and couples and added independent living housing, which is now called The Woodlands.
In 2020, the community became affiliated with Otterbein SeniorLife and officially became known as Otterbein Sunset House.
Find more information about Otterbein Sunset House’s rich history
Yes, we offer a full continuum of care at Otterbein Sunset House, including independent living, assisted living, long-term care, memory support, and post-acute and rehabilitation care.
Learn More About What Memory Support at Otterbein Sunset House Includes
The Otterbein Ambassadors program should help. The Otterbein Ambassadors are a group of resident volunteers who help new residents get acclimated to their new home and campus life.
These new neighbors are available to answer your questions, join you in activities, make introductions, and help you feel at home.
Otterbein Sunset House is able to provide care for different levels of assisted living, whether you or a loved one need a helping hand each day or more extensive medical attention. Our assisted living residents enjoy private apartments, social and recreational activities, three daily meals, and more.
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