4.5(75 ratings)· Cridersville average: 4.4
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Families describe Otterbein Cridersville as a warm, well-staffed continuing care community where transitions into independent living and higher levels of care go smoothly. Reviewers particularly praise the therapy/rehab team and note that safety features like emergency pull cords give peace of mind. One family reported distress over grounds maintenance removing a resident's personal garden, but overall sentiment is strongly positive.
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Otterbein Cridersville SeniorLife Community is a senior living community in Cridersville, Ohio offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Professional Chef, Restaurant style Dining Room and Outdoor Patio. Families rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 75 reviews.
Otterbein Cridersville is a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in Cridersville, Ohio that offers a full continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, long-term care, memory support, and post-acute rehabilitation services for adults 55 and older.
The community spans 120 acres near Lima, Ohio along Interstate 75, providing easy access to downtown Lima attractions, Lima Memorial, and Mercy Health – St. Rita's Medical Center while maintaining a peaceful countryside setting. Residents enjoy charming homes and apartments situated amid woodlands, meadows, and water views.
Life at Otterbein Cridersville accommodates both active and relaxed lifestyles. The campus features amenities including a fitness center, chef-prepared meals at the Red Oak Cafe, fishing in stocked ponds, scenic trails, weekly social programs, and transportation services. Residents can participate in excursions and recreational activities while enjoying the natural beauty of the grounds.
The community is designed to allow couples with different care needs to remain together on campus through flexible contract options. A resident Ambassadors program helps new arrivals acclimate to community life by providing introductions, answering questions, and facilitating friendships. Housing options include patio homes and ranch homes with various floor plans.
Cridersville is a village of approximately 1,800 people in Auglaize County, located roughly halfway between Lima and Wapakoneta. The community is accessible via Interstate 75 and situated approximately 92 miles from Columbus, 86 miles from Toledo, and 119 miles from Cincinnati.
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Patty Williams
Jun 2026
Otterbein Independent Living has been a God send. My ranch home welcomed me along with the wonderful Staff that I now call Family. I'm looking forward to meeting new friends & participating in the wide range of activities offered. I'm HOME❣️
Mark Vernik
Jun 2026
Transitions are always difficult, but the team at Otterbein Cridersville made this move incredibly easy for us. I am so grateful for how friendly and helpful the staff has been during this transition stage. The independent living homes are fantastic, and the activities are absolutely great—my mom is already enjoying all of them! If you are looking for a community for a loved one, I highly recommend Otterbein Cridersville. Overall, an incredibly helpful and welcoming experience!
Lisa Shields
Apr 2026
My mother-in-law just moved in about a week ago and she absolutely loves it! Jen and Karly along with the movers made the process extremely seamless! My mother-in-law was joining groups and visiting with people the day after we moved her in. Karly and Jen both have checked in on her to make sure she had what she needed and was adjusting well. She has been walking the campus and loves riding her trike around. We thought Otterbein community would be a good fit for her and we were not wrong. She says she is happy and loves the activities offered and her Patio Home is beautiful! We made a great choice for her and happy that she is able to enjoy all Otterbein has to offer!
Molly Good
Jul 2025
There is love, care, and warmth from every single person that lives and works at this community.
Jaclyn Knutzen
Mar 2025
Jen, Carley, and Eva are amazing people! They will go above and beyond to help you out. Everyone is so nice and friendly, the food at the café looks good. I, honestly, can't wait to try the food. The maintenance crew is on top of things. When we went and looked at the patio home my father-in-law was going to be moving into, maintenance put in a ramp to the garage and moved the handles on the fridge and freezer right away. You think you are in a regular neighborhood because it does not have the nursing home vibe like most places. The patio homes have pull cord in the bathroom, bedrooms, and living room, so your loved ones always have a way to call for help if needed. My husband and I feel more at ease with his father at Otterbein knowing if we're out of town, at work, or have a lot going on his father will always be taken care of and safe. And the amazing part is once your loved one is in Otterbein the staff will automatically move your loved one with no charge as their health deteriorates. My father in law has been in his patio home for 4 days and we can already tell difference in his attitude and personality. I highly recommend this place
5 inspection visits in the last three years, 30 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 25, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 25, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 8, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 8, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 8, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 8, 2025
Provide appropriate foot care.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 8, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 8, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 8, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 8, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 14, 2023
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 14, 2023
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 14, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 14, 2023
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2023
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2023
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2023
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2023
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 14, 2023
Provide emergency officials' contact information.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 14, 2023
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 14, 2023
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 21, 2021
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 21, 2021
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 21, 2021
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 21, 2021
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 21, 2021
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 21, 2021
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 21, 2021
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 21, 2021
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 21, 2021
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Otterbein Cridersville SeniorLife Community offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Otterbein Cridersville SeniorLife Community is located at 100 Red Oak Drive in Cridersville, Ohio.
Families describe Otterbein Cridersville as a warm, well-staffed continuing care community where transitions into independent living and higher levels of care go smoothly. Reviewers particularly praise the therapy/rehab team and note that safety features like emergency pull cords give peace of mind. One family reported distress over grounds maintenance removing a resident's personal garden, but overall sentiment is strongly positive.
Otterbein Cridersville SeniorLife Community had 5 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 30 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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