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05/21/2026

Ohio Eastern Star Home CEO Michele Engelbach to Retire in July

Ohio Eastern Star Home has announced the retirement of CEO Michele Engelbach, effective July 3, after 14 years of leadership. During her tenure, the organization expanded long-term care and independent living offerings, including the Esther Buchwald Neighborhoods and Pine Hill Independent Senior Living, and navigated the COVID-19 pandemic with steady leadership.

Engelbach has also been a valued volunteer with LeadingAge Ohio, including serving as chair of the awards committee and championing health care leaders through her work with the association. Ohio Eastern Star Home has named Nathaneal “Blu” Johnson as incoming CEO. Read the announcement in the Knox Pages.

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