The Residence at Otter Creek - Middlebury, VT

11/07/2025

The holiday season is a time of family connection and togetherness, in which traditions passed down through the generations spark memories and delight. This time of year also provides seniors and their families with the opportunity to reflect upon their current living arrangements and overall well-being.

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The holidays are the perfect time to reflect on a senior loved one’s wellbeing and living arrangements with warmth, care, and thoughtful conversation.

11/07/2025

The art studio here at Otter Creek was packed to the gills with residents eager to create pinecone flowers with our talented associate Alyssa. A special thanks to Otter Creek Resident Barbara for scouring the forest to find the perfect pinecones for us to use!

11/05/2025

The Residence at Otter Creek celebrated Halloween with an Autumn Carnival complete with games, carnival foods, prizes, and of course costumes! Thank you to all the associates, residents, families, and friends who came to celebrate with us!

10/31/2025

A big thank you to WCAX for telling the story of Diane Mott, a 91-year-old resident here at Otter Creek who took the time to help local business GStone Commercials by repairing American flags.

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President John F. Kennedy once said, “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.” For Middlebury’s Diane Mott, what she can do for her country is sew.

10/27/2025

The Residence at Otter Creek was grooving to the beat with Rob Zollman! Rob leads a monthly percussion circle featuring many instruments like Güiros, tone blocks, moon tambourine, djembe, and tubano drums. A big thank you to Rob for the wonderful entertainment!

10/24/2025

As people live longer, the importance of maintaining brain health has become as central as caring for physical health. Emerging digital tools, like REACT Neuro, represent a breakthrough in how seniors can engage their minds, measure their cognitive wellness, and stay proactive about aging gracefully. This innovative digital health platform blends neuroscience and virtual reality to provide quick, measurable insights into how our brains function – and how we can keep them strong over time.

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Discover how REACT Neuro uses virtual reality to measure and improve brain health for seniors, empowering smarter aging and cognitive wellness.

10/24/2025

Our resident Diane Mott recently helped restore this large American Flag for a local company. Thank you to G Stone Commercial Division for showcasing this wonderful story!

10/22/2025

Thank you to our amazing Fitness Coach K.O. Onufry for bringing the Middlebury College Women's Rugby Club, of which she is the head coach, to The Residence at Otter Creek! They demonstrated how the game is played and K.O. shared the very interesting history of rugby and how it inspired American football. K.O. is a prominent figure in women's rugby – She was a founding member of the Beantown Rugby Club, was the captain of the first U.S. Women's National Team in 1987, and has received the Kathy Flores Lifetime Achievement Award for her contributions to the sport. We are beyond lucky to have K.O. as a part of our Engagement Team! Good luck on the rest of your season, Panthers!

10/17/2025

Memory Care at Home vs. Memory Care Communities: What’s Best for Your Loved One?

When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, families often face a difficult question: is it better to provide care at home, or to consider a specialized memory care community? Both options can offer meaningful support, but what matters most is finding the setting that promotes safety, engagement, and quality of life.

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Compare memory care at home vs. memory care communities: costs, safety, engagement, and support. Learn when to transition and how to choose the best fit.

10/17/2025

We had an amazing time at our Annual Chili Cook-Off here at Otter Creek! The event included friendly competition featuring homemade chili from residents, associates, and local friends. Everyone greatly enjoyed sampling the variety of bold and savory recipes, as well as voting on their favorites!

10/10/2025

For people living with memory loss, social connections and engagement opportunities are critical for maintaining comfort and a sense of purpose. If you're caring for a loved one experiencing memory loss, learn how to create interactions that transform ordinary moments into meaningful ones: https://loom.ly/iiXyzZ4

Structured activities in memory care boost cognition, reduce anxiety, and spark joy—practical ways to create a meaningful day at LC Senior Living.