Otterbein Franklin SeniorLife Community offers a vibrant, active lifestyle set on 120 park-like acres in Franklin, Indiana. Surrounded by mature trees, stocked ponds, winding sidewalks, and well-kept walking trails, the community is designed to encourage wellness, relaxation, and a deep connection with nature. Within its spacious grounds, residents can enjoy a fishing pond, tennis court, playground, and a clubhouse with an inviting indoor pool. The community’s main building serves as the hub of daily life, featuring amenities such as a greenhouse, dining room, art studio, and library, providing residents with the opportunity to pursue their interests and hobbies in a supportive environment.
Living options at Otterbein Franklin are thoughtfully tailored to accommodate a wide range of individual preferences and needs. Residents may choose from newly renovated Brookside Homes, which offer luxury independent living in two- or three-bedroom models. These homes are located in a gated area and range in size from just under 900 to over 2,000 square feet, featuring modern touches like granite countertops, smudge-proof stainless appliances, washer and dryer, hardwood floors, French doors, zero-entry master bath showers, recessed lighting, and brushed nickel finishes. Similarly, independent and assisted living apartments within the main building allow for a seamless transition as care needs change, without requiring residents to relocate.
The campus environment is designed to foster a sense of community and engagement. Daily life at Otterbein Franklin is filled with a diverse calendar of activities, including pickleball, exercise and water aerobics classes, arts and crafts, card games, educational programs, theme parties, and live entertainment. On-site, residents can access clinics for various health specialists including physicians, psychiatrists, podiatrists, optometrists, and dentists, as well as physical, occupational, and speech-language therapy. For those interested in dining, options include the newly renovated Restaurant 1070, which offers fine dining experiences, and the Blaze Bistro, which is well-known for its wood-fired pizza. Residents also have the convenience of home health and hospice services where available.
Otterbein Franklin is just minutes from the historic charm of downtown Franklin, with its courthouse, Franklin College, vintage shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. The community’s location also makes it easy to reach nearby destinations like Greenwood, Indianapolis, and Columbus, opening up opportunities for shopping trips, cultural excursions, and access to nationally recognized hospitals including Indiana University, St. Vincent, Franciscan Health, and Johnson Memorial Health.
The full continuum of care available at Otterbein Franklin includes independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and post-acute rehabilitation. Memory support is offered for every stage, with dedicated settings meeting the needs of residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. As a continuing care retirement community, Otterbein Franklin enables residents to plan confidently for the future, knowing they can transition between levels of care if needed while remaining part of the same vibrant community.
Daily living is enhanced with conveniences like technology integration in senior apartments and a financial calculator tool to help prospective residents consider the affordability and value of life at Otterbein Franklin. Thoughtfully designed homes and amenities, a robust menu of activities and social opportunities, and flexible payment options—without the requirement for large entrance fees or relinquishing assets—make Otterbein Franklin SeniorLife Community a distinctive choice for seniors seeking independence, security, and an enriching lifestyle in central Indiana.