The adage “let go of grudges” is so easy to say but quite difficult to accomplish.  Everyone knows people who cannot let go of the hurts they experienced.  Their bitterness shows on their faces; in their actions.  My grandfather would say,”...nurturing unresolved anger toward someone who hurt you creates infection in the victim, not the perpetrator.”  He would go on…[...]

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In the heart of Pennsylvania, the care and safety of the elderly in assisted living communities are governed by stringent regulations that aim to uphold a high standard of living for its residents. These regulations ensure that every aspect of an older adult's life is treated with dignity, respect, and safety. With the increasing concern for the well-being of the…[...]

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Trust, connection, and understanding are crucial in forming emotional bonds. In assisted living, these elements take on an even greater significance. Amidst the inherent challenges and life changes of moving into an assisted living facility, person-centered communication is essential to building relationships between residents and caregivers. It is also essential to help make the resident feel like they are actively…[...]

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Columbia Cottage Linglestown welcomed staff from the U.S. Senate Aging Committee for a visit of their community near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The visit provided an opportunity to meet with residents, staff, and senior living experts to discuss the critical role assisted living plays in supporting the needs of older adults in Pennsylvania and across the country. [embed]https://youtu.be/LK68b17H9zE?si=2fmYSZ6-mJYJgNj3[/embed] The visit was coordinated…[...]

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Stepping into the golden years of life as an independent senior can be a journey filled with exhilaration and uncertainty. It's a dance of balance, intertwining cherished personal autonomy with the comforting support needed to savor this vibrant chapter of life. Independent senior living solutions are more than just residences; they're thriving havens designed to alleviate daily burdens and home…[...]

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We love any opportunity to celebrate and cut loose with our wonderful staff! The employees of Columbia Cottage work so hard all year long and it is a joy to see everyone come together and be able to spread joy and fun. The Staff Christmas party was a huge hit with lots of fun games and dancing and of course…[...]

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Memory Care Residents making good use of our Ice cream parlor. "It is a grave error to assume that ice cream consumption requires hot weather." - Anne Fadiman[...]

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By Brooke DeNisco, Activity Connection Music is deeply embedded in multiple parts of the brain, so people can often recall songs they love, even with memory loss. Humans respond and remember harmony or musical chords. This memory gets deeper with repetition. If you’ve heard a song hundreds of times, the harmony becomes almost embedded in the brain. Often, music is…[...]

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*Oh, what a year we've had, let's take a look back At our remarkable 2023 rolled out on track Some danced right in as we popped champagne toasts The new place adorned, from rafters to posts *Our paint parties bloomed creativity galore While summer brought water balloons sending laughs by the score *Then Elvis stopped by with his hip-swiveling song…[...]

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Willow and Perry From Tree Family Party Pigs came for another fun visit in December.  Willow is the cutie in her Christmas dress. Here are some facts about Willow and Perry: WILLOW Female American Mini Pig Birthday: 3/29/2020 Physical markings: mostly black, white hair behind right ear, white legs and belly Personality: confident, quick learner, social butterfly Favorites: sun bathing,…[...]

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