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3.2 from 59 reviews
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Overall Review of Otterbein New Albany
caveat6 reviews mention this
Meals feel inconsistent to residents
Residents describe mixed food quality, with some meals feeling home-style and others feeling processed or reheated.
Some families praise meals as home cooking, and a few mention good overall food. Other reviews say meals are not home cooked and include reheated or frozen items, sometimes with diabetes-related attention criticized. Several resident mentions frame dining quality as a major part of whether the overall experience felt worth the cost.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Call buttons and communication vary
Multiple residents and families report delays or failures in responding to help calls and updates from the facility.
Some reviews describe call-button response as slow, with aides taking a long time to answer. Others report no response to buzzers or limited follow-through on concerns and questions. A few families also mention poor communication after incidents, including not returning calls or not providing timely information.
common5 reviews mention this
Cleanliness is praised and criticized
Cleanliness is a recurring theme, with some families saying the facility is clean and others describing rooms or transfers as not properly maintained.
Several reviews say the building and rooms are clean, efficient, and well kept. Other residents and families report issues like dirty rooms on admission, inconsistent cleaning between residents, and carpets or bathrooms not being thoroughly attended to. The difference shows up sharply across the comments, especially around room readiness and turnover.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Therapy support can be uneven
Rehabilitation and therapy experiences range from progress-focused to inconsistent or limited in practice.
On the positive side, some reviews describe therapy working well and helping residents make progress, with helpful nursing support during rehab. Other families say therapy lacks consistency, measurable progress, or adequate time, including complaints that PT/OT was insufficient or not provided as expected. A few comments also connect therapy problems to broader staffing and care delivery issues.
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Features
Housing
50 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (7 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
High acuity care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Videos
Nearby Places of Interest
This part of New Albany, Ohio offers a variety of amenities and services that may be appealing for senior living. The area is home to a diverse range of restaurants, cafes, pharmacies, physicians, hospitals, parks, places of worship, and even a nearby airport for convenient travel options. Residents can enjoy dining options such as Roosters and The Goat New Albany, as well as healthcare facilities like Market District Pharmacy and Central Ohio Surgical Institute. For recreation and relaxation, parks like Thompson Park and Sharon Woods Metro Park offer green spaces for outdoor activities. Additionally, easy access to major transportation hubs like John Glenn Columbus International Airport provides opportunities for exploring other destinations. Overall, this neighborhood provides a well-rounded environment with essential conveniences for seniors looking to settle in a vibrant community.
Restaurants
Roosters (0.7 miles)
McDonald's (0.8 miles)
The Goat New Albany (0.8 miles)
Rusty Bucket Corner Tavern (1.4 miles)
Bibibop Asian Grill (2.6 miles)
The Barn at Rocky Fork Creek (2.7 miles)
First Watch (2.9 miles)
Pharmacies
Market District Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
Walgreens (1.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
Walgreens (2.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.6 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.9 miles)
Hospitals
Central Ohio Surgical Institute (1.2 miles)
Mount Carmel St Ann's OBGYN Clinic (6 miles)
Cafes
Fox in the Snow Cafe (1.6 miles)
Panera Bread (4.9 miles)
Northstar Cafe (5 miles)
Panera Bread (5.8 miles)
Starbucks (6.8 miles)
Starbucks (6.9 miles)
Starbucks (7.5 miles)
Physicians
New Albany Family Health (1.6 miles)
Mount Carmel Medical Group New Albany (1.6 miles)
B. Well Clinic Integrative Medicine (2.4 miles)
Advanced Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center (2.5 miles)
PrimeMD - Westerville Primary Care Walk-ins (5.6 miles)
Maureen Ann Stark (5.6 miles)
Stickel, Brian C DDS (5.7 miles)
Parks
Thompson Park (1.8 miles)
Centergreen Park (4.9 miles)
Sharon Woods Metro Park (6.4 miles)
Metzger Park (7 miles)
McNamara Park (7.3 miles)
Places of Worship
Westerville Christian Church (4.6 miles)
Faith Ministries Church (7.1 miles)
Theaters
Dreamscape at AMC Easton Town Center (5 miles)
Transportation
Concourse C (6.9 miles)
Concourse B (6.9 miles)
TSA Security Checkpoint B (7 miles)
TSA Pre-Check B (7 miles)
CMH Passenger Drop-off / Pick-up (7 miles)
TSA Security Checkpoint A (7 miles)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) (7.1 miles)
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