Otterbein Portage Valley

When you retire, is your pet in for the easy life, too? You bet! Whether you choose a villa, a apartment or assisted living, your four-legged, beaked and finned friends are welcome to enjoy the sweet life with you at Otterbein Portage Valley. With 165 acres of wide-open country space, you and your pal can walk the grounds, enjoy the community garden and fish in the pond together.

According to a report released last month, the keys to enjoying retirement lie not in resting but continuing to stay busy and enjoy what you do. People who continue to work after retirement have fewer diseases and functional limitations than people who quit completely, reports WebMD contributor Bill Hendrick.

Even though he has several years experience, at just 29 years old, Thomas Keith may still be the youngest executive director of a continuing care retirement community in Ohio. Recently, he was awarded the 20 Under 40 Award at a banquet at the Lima Courtyard Marriott event sponsored by the Business Journal of West Central Ohio.

Wednesday’s blustery rain was perfect soup weather. Residents enjoyed Chef Reggie’s homemade rye, white and wheat rolls and, while the rich chicken mushroom brie soup seemed to receive the highest praise for comfort food, Chef enjoyed rave reviews on the tangy tomato carbonara, flavorful seafood chowder and spicy chili.

Just the day before, on Tuesday, Nov. 17, residents enjoyed breakfast with Fox 36 Weather Forecaster Larry Whatley and his take on northwest Ohio’s climate and what the news guys are really saying.

Recently, several villa and apartment residents decided to take in a matinee show of “Amelia,” the new Amelia Earhart movie, and dinner in Levis Commons.

Dean Ruemmele said that “Amelia” was very good despite what he thought were some unnecessary racy bits.

“They should’ve just stuck with the history,” he noted, “but it was still a fun day out.”

Remember last year’s bitter cold winter? With this fall’s rain and unseasonable temperatures, it looks like we may be in for another frosty holiday season. Have you considered a warm retirement to Otterbein Portage Valley? Right now, we’re offering some great reasons to join us for the holidays!

Do you fret over a moist turkey every Thanksgiving? Or a tasty dessert? Members of Otterbein Portage Valley Retirement Living Community don’t worry about that anymore! Chef Reggie hosts the annual Otterbein Portage Valley Family Thanksgiving Day meal! We’re already dreaming about the menu including carved turkey and roast beef, all the trimmings and fabulous dessert. Friends and family are welcome for a nominal charge. Thank you, Chef Reggie and team, for your dedication even on Thanksgiving Day!

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Patio Homes

Enjoy living in an established neighborhood close to the campus center and activities. Choose an unfurnished one- or two-bedroom, which gives you opportunity to create your own home with your personal touches and treasured furnishings. In a patio home, you will find a cozy blend of personal living space and social activities for a comfortable lifestyle.

Iona Herman Baker hosted her 75th reunion for Lake Township High’s Class of 1934 in a beautifully remodeled villa at Otterbein Portage Valley, complete with a catered meal prepared by Otterbein Portage Valley's own Executive Chef Reggie Hall, much to everyone’s delight!

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