Mary Rawlins
May 2026
My mother-in-law spent approximately 2 weeks<br>at Otterbein in Lebanon for rehab. The staff was wonderful! They helped her reach her goals so she could return home. Highly recommend.
Otterbein Lebanon SeniorLife Community
585 North State Route 7414.2(185 ratings)· Lebanon average: 4.4
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 154
- Medicare rating
- 5 of 5
- Ownership
- Non profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 154
- Inspections
- View history (37 citations)
- Care model
- Full continuum on one campus, IL through skilled nursing
- Contract type
- Month-to-month rental, no buy-in required
- Rehab services
- On-site post-acute and rehabilitation care
- Specialty fitness program
- Rock Steady Boxing gym on campus
- Worship access
- 200-seat chapel serving multiple faith backgrounds
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Reviewers of Otterbein Lebanon consistently praise the warmth and skill of the nursing, rehab, and assisted living staff, describing a clean, well-run community that focuses on residents' dignity and quality of life. Families mention positive experiences across long-term care, rehab stays, and assisted living, with specific staff called out by name for their attentiveness.
The Good
- Staff described as compassionate, capable and attentive
- Rehab helped residents reach goals and return home
- Facility consistently described as very clean
- Active social calendar keeps residents engaged
- Assisted living staff helped coordinate outside medical appointments
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Otterbein Lebanon SeniorLife Community is a senior living community in Lebanon, Ohio offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Fitness Center. Families rate it 4.2 out of 5 across 185 reviews.
About Otterbein Lebanon SeniorLife Community
Otterbein Lebanon is a continuing care retirement community in Lebanon, Ohio, situated in southwest Ohio between Dayton and Cincinnati. The community offers a full continuum of care on one campus, including independent living, assisted living, long-term care, memory care, and post-acute/rehabilitation services.
The campus features an expansive, gently rolling landscape with historic Marble Hall as its centerpiece, complemented by gardens and ponds overlooking wooded hills. Residences include ranch-style homes, patio homes, and apartments. Independent living residents enjoy home maintenance, access to a fitness center, weekly activities, and priority access to future care services. The community emphasizes flexible contract options with no required upfront investment or asset transfer, offering month-to-month rental arrangements.
The community provides extensive recreational and social opportunities, including an art studio, woodshop, shuffleboard, bocce ball, Wii games, an indoor pool, and golf. Residents can join interest-based groups spanning sports, fitness, chorus, Bible study, art, and woodworking. Special events include the Otterbein Olympics and live entertainment, with off-campus outings to venues such as Cincinnati Reds games and the U.S. Air Force Museum. A 200-seat chapel at the heart of campus serves residents of various faith backgrounds.
Otterbein Lebanon is conveniently located in Warren County, approximately 27 miles from Dayton, 31 miles from Cincinnati, and 78 miles from Columbus, with easy access from Interstate 75. The community has recently expanded with The Fairway Collection and includes amenities such as a Rock Steady Boxing gym.
Types of Care at Otterbein Lebanon SeniorLife Community
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Wi-Fi / High-Speed Internet
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Chapel / Religious Services
- Fitness Center
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
- Outdoor Patio
- Pet Friendly
- Salon / Barber
- Security
- Swimming Pool
- Transportation Services
- Walking Paths
Activities
- Arts and Crafts
- Birthday / Holiday Parties
- Day Trips and Outings
- Games
- Grocery Shopping and Errands
- Live Performances
- Religious Services
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Otterbein Lebanon SeniorLife Community
4.2overall · 185 ratings combined
4.2★ on Google (185)
Mary Rawlins
May 2026
My mother-in-law spent approximately 2 weeks at Otterbein in Lebanon for rehab. The staff was wonderful! They helped her reach her goals so she could return home. Highly recommend.
Larry Stebbins
May 2026
Aurora Assisted living has been excellent for my mother. Recently they assisted her in getting to her dental exams for dentures. I am extremely thankful for the staff there, especially director Sarah Morris. TheMother's Day Tea at Otterbein Lebanon was wonderful May 12, 2026. Ann-Marie the Food Service Director for the entire community, ( its big) Supervised and served with many of the other women who work there. Across the entire community, over 400 served. Ann-Marie is hero for the outstanding way she leads and for her service to residents.
F/Kathy Webb
Apr 2026
Otterbein Day Services has been so great for my husband. He enjoys the social aspect and activities there. He especially likes the hymn singing every Tues and the music and art. Thank you so much Otterbein! They also shave him twice a week!
The Traveler
Mar 2026
Don’t send anyone you love here. They neglect patients and are very rude. The higher the level of care, the worse level of care your loved one will receive. Some of the nurses in full-term care are very rude and lazy (I say so because literally every time we showed up the nurses were not working, but were usually sitting on the couch watching tv or standing around talking and had not even visited my loved one for hours). Honestly, I wouldn’t send even a bad dog here for care.
Government Inspection History
4 inspection visits in the last three years, 37 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Sep 12, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard8 citations
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 14, 2025
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 14, 2025
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 Oct 14, 2025
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 14, 2025
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 14, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 14, 2025
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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 14, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 14, 2025
May 19, 2025Health Complaint2 citations
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 30, 2025
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 30, 2025
Oct 25, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard14 citations
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 19, 2022
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 19, 2022
Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 19, 2022
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 19, 2022
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 19, 2022
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 19, 2022
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 19, 2022
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
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 D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022
Nov 21, 2019Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard13 citations
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 31, 2019
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 Dec 31, 2019
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 31, 2019
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 31, 2019
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 31, 2019
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 31, 2019
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 31, 2019
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 31, 2019
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 31, 2019
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 31, 2019
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 31, 2019
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 31, 2019
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 31, 2019
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Otterbein Lebanon SeniorLife Community offer?
Otterbein Lebanon SeniorLife Community offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Is Otterbein Lebanon SeniorLife Community pet friendly?
Yes. Otterbein Lebanon SeniorLife Community lists pet-friendly accommodations among its amenities. Ask about any size or breed policies when you visit.
Where is Otterbein Lebanon SeniorLife Community located?
Otterbein Lebanon SeniorLife Community is located at 585 North State Route 741 in Lebanon, Ohio.
What do families say about Otterbein Lebanon SeniorLife Community?
Reviewers of Otterbein Lebanon consistently praise the warmth and skill of the nursing, rehab, and assisted living staff, describing a clean, well-run community that focuses on residents' dignity and quality of life. Families mention positive experiences across long-term care, rehab stays, and assisted living, with specific staff called out by name for their attentiveness.
How did Otterbein Lebanon SeniorLife Community do on recent health and safety inspections?
Otterbein Lebanon SeniorLife Community had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 37 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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