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Don Olson

My wife and I (both retired) witnessed several individuals forced to move from their residence because of an unexpected health diagnosis. This relocation created a challenge for their family. A fall resulting in a cracked pelvis triggered us to become proactive and consider moving from our home. We prepared a check list of what we wanted in a retirement community and visited several facilities. Friendship Village of Dublin (FVD) stood out above all the others. There we met Neil Edelson, sales manager. We appreciated his professional manner, no pressure, and his understanding that such a move could be a traumatic experience, especially since we had lived in the same house for fifty-one years. He helped us realize that this facility was an ideal community for us. We went back for another meeting with Neil, and this time our daughter (ER doctor) and granddaughter (Medical student) joined us. They were most impressed with Neil and the cleanliness and care-focused assistance for residents. We moved into Friendship Village at the end of March. We selected this facility for the following reasons: 1. It is a continuing care community, meaning there is Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Rehab, and Nursing Home Care. Whatever level of Care is needed it is in the same location. 2. Four dining areas, with a wide assortment of menus to select from. 3. LifeCare ensures your care is provided for life. 4. It is a Non-profit, financially sound and well-managed facility. 5. It gives our children and their spouses and our grandchildren Peace of Mind as well as ourselves. Our personal experiences have reinforced we made the right decision to call FVD our home. Both the residents and the staff are extremely welcoming. Jen Norder, move-in coordinator, made sure we transitioned well to our new surroundings. The Staff is focused on our emotional, physical and spiritual well-being and that is one reason we are glad we made FVD our home. Gail and Don Olson

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Mary Bridgman

Moving here has been among the best decisions I have made. Ever. The community is warm, caring and welcoming. There are so many in-house activities and Columbus outings! From Day 1, Neil Edelson has been available, patient, and informative, helping me find the right fit. After choosing the unit, Jen Norder took over and the red carpet treatment continued. She helped me navigate the paperwork, the quagmire surrounding the move and buoyed my spirits when needed. Now, I look forward to near maintenance-free living and making new friends.

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Joanna McWilliams

Moving my 84-year-old mom from her home of 40 years to Friendship Village Dublin was daunting, but Leah Davis and Jen Norder made it seamless. Leah’s patience and guidance, plus a lunch with a resident, eased every concern. Jen handled the move-in flawlessly and made us feel like family, even checking in after the transition. Today, my mom is thriving with a full social calendar and enjoying all the activities. Friendship Village is truly a welcoming, vibrant community—I highly recommend it!

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S. E.

I recently helped a friend explore the option of relocating to an independent living facility. Friendship Village quickly earned the top choice! From the very first phone contact with sales manager, Neil Edelson, we received efficient and gracious customer service. Upon our visit, Neil was patient and calming to my friend, who was very anxious about moving. There was never any sales pressure to make a decision. After my friend choose Friendship Village, the moving coordinator, Jen Norder, took over the process with incredible kindness. Just like Neil, Jen was always available to answer our many questions. She provided helpful suggestions and exceptional support during a challenging time for my friend. Overall, we found the sales team of Friendship Village to be consistently professional and second to none!

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Ron Grogan

After exploring several different options for senior living, including aging in place, we decided on Friendship Village of Dublin - and we are very happy that we did. Importantly, Neil Edelson and Jen Norder were an absolute delight to work with in helping us make this life- changing decision. Neil is incredibly patient! We, including our grown children, spent literally hours with him, asking questions, seeking clarification, etc., and he was always attentive and responsive. Once we decided to live at FVD, Jen assisted us wit the move-in process and immediately made us feel like we were a part of the family. She did everything to make us feel welcome, including checking on us frequently as we transitioned. Working together, Neil and Jen truly make a great team. Ron and Pat Grogan