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[Updated: December 22, 2023 | Published: December 21, 2023] We’re pleased that Fitch Ratings has affirmed its ‘BBB+’ Issuer Default Rating (IDR) to our premier senior living community, listing the rating outlook as stable. Fitch Ratings is a top provider of credit ratings, commentary, and research. It is the major debt rating agency in the …

[Updated: November 27, 2023 | Published: November 27, 2023] In honor of Giving Tuesday, we’re happy to share this letter from Kevan Lunney. Her mother, Resident Madelyn Rupp, passed away after 16 vibrant years at Friendship Village of Dublin. A Daughter’s Gratitude for LifeCare and the Residents Benevolence Fund “I know it’s uncommon to speak …

[Updated: November 27, 2023 | Published: November 27, 2023] Congratulations to Former Board Members Charles Ansley and Laura Ecklar, who have been appointed to new positions as Honorary Directors! “We are proud to recognize Mr. Ansley and Ms. Ecklar’s substantial impact while serving on our all-volunteer board of directors,” said Executive Director Rita Doherty. “Through …

[Updated: May 28, 2026 | Published: October 27, 2023] Dealing with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease can be a challenging journey for seniors and their loved ones, both emotionally and financially. It’s essential to plan for dementia care in advance to ensure that you can access affordable services when you need them. Consider practical questions such …

[Updated: October 27, 2023 | Published: October 27, 2023] Our Community Life and Wellness team outdid themselves for this year’s Active Aging Week, taking Residents Back to the Future with music, activities, and dining. Active Aging Week has been celebrated annually since 2003 and aims to showcase the positive aspects of the aging process. This …

[Updated: September 28, 2023 | Published: September 28, 2023] Many older adults in the Columbus area initially resist the idea of moving to a senior living community, saying “I’m not ready!” Still, there are advantages to making the shift earlier. Here are eight compelling reasons why you should choose senior living sooner rather than wait …

[Updated: October 13, 2026 | Published: August 31, 2023] Over the past seven decades, baby boomers have made an indelible mark on American society. In their youth, those born between 1946 and 1964 in the postwar baby boom ignited a cultural revolution. Since then, they have driven trends for how we live, work and enjoy …

[Updated: December 31, 2025 | Published: July 27, 2023] At Friendship Village of Dublin, our nonprofit mission is to improve the quality of life of older adults while helping them maintain freedom and independence. Donors to our Friendship & Gratitude philanthropy program enhance our ability to fulfill our nonprofit mission. Tax-deductible donations benefit both Residents and …

[Updated: October 13, 2026 | Published: June 22, 2023] Are you an older adult facing feelings of loneliness and social isolation? Or are you concerned about a loved one who seems isolated? You’re not alone! A report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine showed that over a third of adults 45 and older …

[Updated: May 31, 2023 | Published: May 31, 2023] Are you looking for memory care in Columbus, Ohio? Our Rowan House Memory Care community will provide Montessori-inspired care for seniors who are living with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, or other cognitive impairments. With the addition of Rowan House, our five-year, $90 Million Master Plan is complete! …