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Retirement Planning 101: ...

Deupree House is a premier retirement community in Cincinnati's beautiful Hyde Park neighb...

Fun with flowers and plan...

A horticultural therapy program at Deupree House and Deupree Cottages sows joy and friends...

Karen Immell immersing he...

Director of Community Relations at Deupree House in Hyde Park. Karen Immell was recently n...

Sleep, nutrition & social...

When it comes to health and wellness, many people immediately think of exercise. While tha...

Heart Health Q&A with ERS...

Wellness Director Chloe Hough with Deupree House resident and Tai chi instructor Michael P...

Living Fully at Deupree H...

Heather and Marshall Wiseman moved to Deupree House to "live fully."  The Reverends Heathe...

It's the best time of yea...

October launches the best season of feasts for Deupree House Chef Sam Gillivan, starting w...

Meet Deupree House Execut...

Nichole McCaughey is the new executive director of Deupree House and Deupree Cottages. In ...

Fun and Exercise at the b...

After a hiatus because of the COVID-19 pandemic, water exercise classes are back in sessio...

Dick Tracy and ERS reside...

Iconic cartoon detective hero Dick Tracy and some residents of Episcopal Retirement Servic...

5 Ways for Senior Dads an...

Father’s Day is coming up on the third Sunday in June. That, of course, has many of us scr...

Summertime Fun’s Here in ...

Photo courtesy of Kessler Photography Here we are, just past Memorial Day weekend – the un...

The Proven Benefits of Li...

As you begin to explore options for the next chapter in your life, many terms for communit...

How to Build Stronger Rel...

The need for solid relationships does not fade with age. In fact, social wellness becomes ...

10 Reasons Why Older Adul...

Pets are an excellent addition to almost every home. Cats, dogs, birds, and more are preva...

Tips for Making New Frien...

Lifestyle changes that come with getting older often shrink your circle of friends. If you...

5 Tech Tools to Help You ...

Older adults have seen technology change quite a bit through their lives, from watching ma...

A Day in the Life at Deup...

Pictured: Deupree House residents Dean Colville and Marv Collins  What is it like living i...

5 Senior Living Tips for ...

Retirement might be universally celebrated as the time for well-deserved leisure, but the ...

What Residents Love About...

Deupree House resident, Nancy Schpatz, says the Deupree House dining room team "serves suc...

What to Do with Your Asse...

For many aging adults considering independent living, the idea of selling off significant ...

Why You Should Move Into ...

The last thing many seniors want to do during the blustery, snowy winter months makes deci...

How Food & Fellowship Sup...

It’s hard for any adult to plan daily meals that have the right balance of nutrition and f...

4 Seniors Who Prove You'r...

Some may be famous, and some may be local legends, but they have one thing in common — all...

How An Independent Living...

What does wellness mean to you? Too often, we tend to think that being healthy begins and ...

What Makes You Feel Young...

“You’re only as old as you feel.” These words are undoubtedly wise. Yet, it’s often easier...

Find Your Purpose in the ...

When it comes to pursuing a lifestyle that is about authentic independent living, seniors ...

Top 5 Travel Tips for Vac...

Summer is here, and many older Americans are hitting the road after spending sheltering in...

How 4 More Deupree House ...

Pictured: Deupree House resident Pat Donaldson painting in her apartment. Living purposefu...

Why Now Is the Time to Se...

Spring and summer are upon us! And for sellers in the Cincinnati area, real estate experts...

4 Fun & Socially Distance...

So many people rely on having a sense of purpose bigger than themselves. It helps them get...

Why Is Having a Sense of ...

Living a purposeful life is crucial for so many of us on both a conscious and subconscious...

Heroes Live Here: A Lette...

March 16, 2021, marked the one-year anniversary of when Deupree House and other Episcopal ...

5 Mental Health Tips for ...

While the world has made incredible strides in the past year, including the release of sev...

How to Find Your Purpose ...

It’s easy for people to identify their purpose while they’re working. Whether they have a ...

Nutrition & Purposeful Li...

Pictured: Director of Dining Services, Pete Juszczyk (right), with Executive Director of H...

How Director of Life Enri...

Engagement is vital at every stage of life, but especially for seniors. At Deupree House, ...

How Moving to a Retiremen...

Purposeful living is an essential aspect of living well, especially for those who have ret...

7 Fulfilling Hobbies for ...

It can be easy to associate our purpose with the things we spend most of our time doing ea...

How These 3 Deupree House...

Pictured: Resident Kay Hauer of Deupree House celebrates her 90th birthday in light-up sho...

What Does It Mean to Live...

Most people desire to live a purposeful life. For some, “purposeful living” might look lik...

Cold Weather Driving Tips...

As winter rolls in, it’s crucial to stay aware of how cold weather can impact driving for ...

5 Tech Tips for Seniors D...

As the COVID-19 pandemic stretches on, many people are grateful for technology and the fre...

A Senior's Guide to Celeb...

There are many different reasons you may celebrate the holidays away from family. For exam...

The Cost of Aging in Plac...

As we get older, healthcare, living arrangements, and the other costs associated with agin...

6 Ways to Make Selling Yo...

Many seniors stretch their nest eggs by downsizing out of their homes and moving into reti...

6 Safe & Fun Ways Seniors...

There are many reasons that seniors might not be able to visit with their loved ones in pe...

Meet the Veterans of Deup...

Veteran’s Day, formerly known as Armistice Day, is a federal holiday observed every year o...

Tips for Seniors: What is...

As the air turns a little cooler and fall rolls in, many states — including Deupree House’...

5 Healthy & Delicious Mea...

Many restaurants are beginning to open again after being closed because of the COVID-19 pa...

Best Indoor Hobbies for S...

While the COVID-19 pandemic has kept many people — especially seniors — indoors, it’s stil...

Deupree House's Top 8 Pod...

Podcasts are an increasingly popular method of entertainment and education for people of a...

Tips for Tackling The Hom...

It’s easy to brush off chores and household projects with statements like “I don’t have ti...

Tips for Avoiding Coronav...

While the coronavirus already has people on edge and worried about their health, it’s impo...

Deupree House Wellness Di...

Staying healthy is at the top of everyone’s mind right now — but especially for seniors. I...

Meet the Deupree House Te...

All ERS team members, not just at Deupree House but also at other ERS flagship communities...

What Is the Blue Zones Di...

It seems like there’s a new kind of diet every time you turn around. However, one that has...

The Novel Coronavirus: Ho...

The slower pace of life after retirement makes your golden years the perfect time to trave...

Five Reasons Why Touring ...

The decision to move to a senior living community is a monumental one that can come with m...

How Deupree House Residen...

The maintenance-free lifestyle of an Episcopal Retirement Services community means residen...

Reflecting on the Holiday...

The holiday season is winding down, but Deupree House is still buzzing with excitement aft...

Top 5 Locations for Senio...

Millions of seniors head south every winter in search of the sun. Thinking of joining thes...

Interested in Senior Livi...

So, you’re a senior living in Cincinnati. You’re approaching retirement and looking to wor...

Does Volunteering Help Yo...

Evidence attesting to the profound payoffs of volunteering continues to mount. In fact, wh...

Introducing Gigi Deupree:...

If you’ve ever owned a pet, you’re probably already aware of the amazing ability of furry,...

Embracing Technology & Li...

Tech adoption among older adults is on the rise, and for a good reason: technology opens t...

Deupree House’s Bill Vict...

Editor's Note: This blog was originally published on May 26, 2017 and has been updated wit...

An Inside Look at Deupree...

A growing body of evidence attests to the many benefits of gardening for older adults. Ent...

Deupree House's Cures for...

Spring is upon us! And while there may still be a nip in the air, Deupree House is ready t...

How Deupree House's Six D...

Wellness is an imperative at Deupree House. And while we believe that healthy living and p...

How New Tech Can Make Lif...

Technological advancements have dramatically changed how we live today. And while we often...

How Seniors Can Avoid Dig...

The holidays are quickly approaching, but they won’t be merry and bright for all. Why not?...

Senior Snowbird Checklist...

Do you make like a bird and fly south every winter? If so, your departure won’t exactly be...

Beautiful New Pavilion Op...

This summer, much more than bees were buzzing in the courtyard of Deupree Cottages, Episco...

Watch Out For These 8 Ret...

Many considerations go into choosing senior living arrangements. Just as important as know...

When Should You Get On a ...

For many healthy and active older people, the prospect of moving into a senior living comm...

Seven Safe Driving Tips f...

Senior drivers have it better today than they did in the past. Better cars, better health ...

Dining Out? Follow These ...

It seems like a hot new restaurant is opening every other day in Cincinnati. And here at D...

Are You A Senior Planning...

If you’re a senior in Cincinnati who’s thinking about simplifying your life by selling you...

How to “Do Something Gran...

Did you know that this year marks the 40th anniversary of National Grandparents Day? It be...

How Active Cincinnati Sen...

How do you plan to beat the heat during the dog days of summer? Even if temperatures aren’...

8 Tips For Your First Few...

Moving to a new home is never easy, but it can be particularly challenging if that home is...

6 Signs You Shouldn't Liv...

Of all the plans you make for retirement, few matter more than where you choose to spend y...

The 5 Absolute Best Ways ...

The internet and social media revolution has presented seniors, family archivists and gene...

3 Summer Staycation & Wee...

A senior living in Cincinnati knows that winter is a great time to roll out of town to a w...

Seniors: Here’s How to Fi...

"I should write that story down sometime." "One day, I'll get around to it and write that ...

3 Brain-Healthy Superfood...

Many claims circulate on the internet and on social media platforms about so-called "super...

How Cincinnati Seniors Ca...

Most seniors experience some degree of memory loss over the course of aging. But when memo...

Want to Grow Old Graceful...

What does it mean to "grow old gracefully" or to "age with purpose"? Are these just buzz p...

3 Ways to Age with Purpos...

One of the most pressing topics in senior care today is figuring out new ways to help seni...

Aging Myths and Facts You...

We live in an era of information silos, social media clickbait, fake news and "alternative...

3 Must-Read Books About P...

Here at Deupree House and at our sister retirement community, Marjorie P. Lee in Hyde Park...

4 Creative Ways to Stay Y...

One of the questions that has befuddled mankind for centuries is how to stay young. We age...

The 4 Best Tips for Healt...

If you think about it, positive aging and healthy aging are sort of the same thing. There ...

4 Things All Seniors Shou...

It's easy, in a Midwestern winter, to shut yourself indoors, veg out on the couch and star...

7 Safe Holiday Travel Tip...

Holiday travel rarely goes exactly as expected. In December, here in the Midwest, it can b...

3 Questions to Ask Before...

Here we are at the end of 2017, which means a lot of people are looking to make tax-deduct...

3 Local Shops to Check Ou...

Maybe you already know where you’ll be lining up for deals on the day after Thanksgiving. ...

5 Memorable Ways for Seni...

The winter holidays have arrived! Now that Thanksgiving is here and the shopping rush is o...

Deupree House Residents E...

  For years, Episcopal Retirement Services has been proud to be recognized as one of the T...

4 Fulfilling and Rewardin...

These days, older Americans are staying in the workforce longer than ever before. Many sen...

4 Fun Fall Events Cincinn...

Well, BLINK Cincinnati has come and gone, and by all accounts it was a tremendous success....

How Seniors Can Connect w...

Some seniors perceive difficulty in cultivating intergenerational relationships. They may ...

Helen Fix, Ohio House’s 1...

“All my supporters came to Columbus to watch my swearing in ceremony. That’s Jack, me, my ...

The First 3 Things You Sh...

So, you’ve made the decision to move into a senior living community. What now? What are th...

How to Cope with Becoming...

For better, for poorer, in sickness and in health. Those words are easy to repeat and to m...

Widowed? Here are 3 Tips ...

Seniors whose partners have passed on know that, sometimes, the golden years are lonely. A...

3 Creative Ways to Celebr...

Quiz: Are You Ready for R...

If you’re a senior in Cincinnati, how do you know when you’re ready to relax and enjoy act...

3 Ways for Cincinnati Sen...

It’s August in the Tristate and the heat is setting in. We’re officially in the dog days o...

How to Manage Senior Heal...

Apps like Medisafe have shown promise in increasing medication compliance rates. The stere...

How to Be the Best Long-D...

Many of the residents here at our Cincinnati senior living community are long-distance gra...

3 Ways Active Seniors Can...

We’re often asked how seniors can live more independently. Many of those who pose the ques...

Beautiful New Walking Pat...

(DH Resident Ginnie Belben enjoys walking the path every day with her dog Chloe. Photos by...

Checklist ✔: How to Choos...

There are many retirement homes in Cincinnati and the surrounding Tristate region. But onl...

Why Gardening is Good for...

Beautiful raised beds make gardening more accessible as we age. We’re fortunate enough, in...

What's Happening at Deupr...

It’s summer time in Cincinnati! This month, we honor the 73rd anniversary of The Longest D...

3 Ways for Cincinnati Sen...

Memorial Day is upon us, and that signals the semi-official start of summer here in the Tr...

How Seniors Can Deal with...

As seniors conduct their spring cleanings or prepare to downsize out of their homes in adv...

7 Ways Seniors Can “Age O...

In May, we mark Older Americans Month, which honors our seniors, highlights their contribu...

Amazing Ways Pets Can Cha...

Did you know research has found older adults who also are pet owners benefit from the bond...

How to Enjoy Alcohol Resp...

Back in 1987, the National Council on Alcohol and Drug Dependence (NCADD) began sponsoring...

Spring Clean and Donate Y...

(Matthew 25: Ministries ) Well, Cincinnati, we’ve made it. It’s the equinox. Daylight Savi...

Five Ways to Save for Ret...

Many Americans haven’t saved enough for retirement. The problem is especially common among...

Seniors: Here Are Four Ti...

We’re almost through March, and you know what that means, seniors: It’s peak tax season! T...

3 Cincinnati Shops Where ...

 In recent years, the ethical consumerism movement has gained considerable movement. Adher...

Ways Retirement Communiti...

If you’re an independent senior living in Cincinnati, moving into a retirement home doesn'...

6 Can't-Miss Fish Fries f...

(Christian Moerlein tap room hosts weekly fish fry, co-presented by St. Francis Seraph Chu...

4 Ways for Cincinnati Sen...

(Image via University of Cincinnati, African American Cultural Resource Center (AACRC) Did...

Planning a Midwinter Geta...

(Hot Air Balloon Fiesta, Albuquerque, New Mexico) If you’re a senior living out your retir...

3 Things Seniors Should D...

Many Baby Boomers are rightsizing  their homes as they retire, choosing to move into conti...

Seniors: Warm Up This Win...

Seniors living in Cincinnati have already experienced a few wintry blasts this year. More ...

6 Brilliant Ways for Seni...

For a senior living in Cincinnati on a fixed income, home heating bills can be a source of...

5 Films and Shows for Sen...

(Bridge of Spies — 2015) It’s midwinter in Cincinnati. It’s (usually) cold outside. And th...

How to Choose a Retiremen...

  So, you’re a senior living in Cincinnati. You’re approaching retirement and looking to w...

Seniors: Add These Books ...

  When it's cold outside in the winter, what’s better for a senior to do than curl up with...

4 Ways for Cincinnati Sen...

  Fittingly (and not coincidentally) for the month in which sweethearts celebrate Valentin...

How Cincinnati Seniors Ca...

 

Some Sweet Valentine’s Da...

  The modern celebration of Valentine’s Day dates back to the 5th Century, when Pope Gelas...

Do These 5 Things in 2017...

  Many seniors living in Cincinnati struggle with establishing and maintaining a smart bud...

4 Ways for Seniors to Sta...

  It’s winter in Cincinnati. And despite some abnormally warm temperatures thus far, it’s ...

Seniors, Are These New Ye...

Well, here we are at the end of another year. Many of us are thinking ahead to which New Y...

How Seniors Can Manage Ho...

The holidays are supposed to be a fun time for celebrating with family and friends. But th...

End-of-Year Charitable Gi...

The end of the year is fast approaching, which means time is running out for seniors to ma...

7 Top Local Shops for Cin...

If you’re a senior living in Cincinnati who is still shopping for that special someone thi...

4 Tips for Safe Online Ho...

Now that we’re in the full swing of the holiday shopping season, many older adults worry a...

Great Holiday Conversatio...

Many of us have difficulty coming up with things to talk about at family gatherings. Let’s...

Seniors: Give the Gift of...

(From Playhouse in the Park’s annual performance of A Christmas Carol.) Year after year, m...

What's Happening at Deupr...

The staff and residents of Deupree House — and all of us here at Episcopal Retirement Serv...

7 Cincinnati Holiday Even...

If you’re a senior living in Cincinnati, you’re probably excited that the holidays have ro...

3 Tips for Hassle-Free Ho...

It's the most dreaded aspect of the Most Wonderful Time of the Year: travel. Highway tie-u...

4 Tips for Seniors Hostin...

Are you a senior who's recently downsized, but who still wants your family to come (to you...

How Seniors Can Eat Healt...

The holidays are upon us! Many of us are busy this week, planning our Thanksgiving menus, ...

4 Cool Ways for Cincinnat...

Winter is almost here, Cincinnati.❄️ Cold, snow, ice and longer nights make you want to st...

6 Ways Seniors Can Lower ...

This month, we mark American Diabetes Awareness Month. And it’s more important than ever t...

6 Ways to Manage Arthriti...

Many seniors living in Cincinnati suffer from arthritis. The chronic pain and reduced mobi...

4 Scenic Fall Hikes for C...

If you’re a senior living in Cincinnati, you know that autumn is one of the best times to ...

Seniors: Take Your Pick a...

If you’re a senior living in Cincinnati, you know that autumn is apple harvest time. And m...

Here’s How Cincinnati Sen...

This Oct. 22 is Make a Difference Day in America, one of the largest annual days of servic...

Spots for Seniors to Cele...

Welcome to National Pizza Month, Cincinnati! Although pizza first made its appearance in A...

National Cyber Security A...

Did you know that October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month? It was developed as ...

Deupree House to Hold Wom...

It can be hard to manage things alone. For senior women living by themselves, the sudden s...

5 Can't-Miss Fall Festiva...

(Historic Hammel Inn located at 121 S. Main St. Waynesville, OH) 🍂  Fall is here and seni...

How to Get the Right Seni...

  As children, few of us liked to eat our vegetables, but being grown up doesn't mean we c...

4 Useful Apps Every Senio...

More seniors are adopting smartphone use every day. According to the Pew Research Center, ...

4 Things for Cincinnati S...

It’s finally fall! The weather is becoming more mild and the leaves will soon turn gorgeou...

Celebrate Better Breakfas...

Did you know that September is Better Breakfast Month? Many adults — seniors included — sk...

Here’s How Seniors Can Ce...

Did you know that September is Classical Music Month in America? In 1994, the Congress pas...

What's Happening in Septe...

(Tour of Smale Park, along the downtown riverfront. Wed. September 28th) Welcome to autumn...

Don't Fall for These 3 My...

There are plenty of misconceptions about retirement homes out there. For one, retirement c...

4 Great Ways to Spend Nat...

It’s almost National Grandparents Day! In 1978, President Carter proclaimed that National ...

5 Murals for Seniors Livi...

There are plenty of activities for seniors living in Cincinnati. But not all of them requi...

How Presidential Election...

Presidential election years have a tendency to make U.S. financial markets a little more t...

Cincinnati Seniors: Oktob...

If you’re a sen