When the winter chill brought a fresh blanket of snow, our hot cocoa social took a creative turn as we whipped up frothy batches of snow ice cream to sweeten up the season. We savored the velvety vanilla-infused flakes on a day meant for cozying up by the fire with cool treats. [envira-gallery id="6124"][...]Continue Reading
Columbia Cottage would like to welcome Amber Wolfgang to our team as our new Resident Services Director. Amber has been working in the Harrisburg area as an LPN since 2009 and has years of management experience working in sub-acute rehab. Amber was raised in Mifflin county, in a small town called Yeagertown before moving to Harrisburg. Amber has three daughters…[...]Continue Reading
We tend to think of dehydration as a problem associated with summertime. But often, people drink less in cold weather because they feel less thirsty. Hydration is important for overall health, and recent studies show that staying hydrated might slow the progress of memory loss as well. Researchers followed the hydration patterns of 11,000 adults for 25 years. In 2023,…[...]
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A phrase often heard as the days grow longer and warmer. But is there truth to this adage, or is it merely a rhyming quip? According to meteorologists and experts, there’s substance behind the saying. April, traditionally a rainy month, saturates the soil, nurturing the growth of flowers that blossom a month later. The weather in April can be unpredictable,…[...]Continue Reading
On February 27, we celebrated Lucille Carr’s 99th Birthday Lucille was born February 27, 1925, in Hazelton, PA, to Howard and Carrie Fritzinger. She was given no middle name and often joked about being named after an obituary listing in the local newspaper. Lucille had 3 sisters and 1 brother; Lucille’s mother died when Lucille was young and was raised…[...]Continue Reading
Step on a crack and you'll break your Mother's back This rhyme is believed to have originated in England in the 19th century and was used to teach children to be careful when walking on uneven sidewalks. A Black cat crossing your path is unlucky. Traced back to medievel Europe, black cats were associated with witches and superstitions. Crossing…[...]
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Mike from our Maintenance department would like to remind all families to please not use extension cords unless they are surge-protected. Also, you do not need to bring in light bulbs for your loved one's lamps. We need to be careful that the light bulb is the correct wattage. These concerns are considered fire hazards. You can direct questions to…[...]Continue Reading
We had a large group gathering, enjoying some wine, cheese, and good cheer. [envira-gallery id="6093"][...]Continue Reading
Our little bakers are hard at work making cinnamon rolls. [envira-gallery id="6103"][...]Continue Reading
Residents enjoy painting ceramic hearts and Valentine's gnomes. [envira-gallery id="6097"][...]Continue Reading
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