Navigating the journey of finding a licensed assisted living facility can feel like trying to find your way through an unfamiliar city without a map. Picture this: your loved one, someone who has always been your family's pillar of strength and independence, now needs additional help with daily life. This realization can stir up a mix of emotions—concern, confusion, and…[...]

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When faced with the decision of moving aging parents into an assisted living facility, many caregivers grapple with feelings of guilt. Caregivers' guilt and other emotions often stem from a sense of perceived abandonment or failure in their caregiving duties. Suppose you are looking to alleviate those feelings of guilt. In that case, this piece might help shed light on…[...]

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Acknowledging that you or a cherished family member might require assistance beyond the home environment can be challenging. No one wants to feel like they need help, and it can be difficult to adjust to a new lifestyle after living your whole life a certain way. But as we navigate the aging journey, it's crucial to understand the signs that…[...]

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In Honor of all the brave men and women who have and continue to serve in the United States Military, Columbia Cottage Wyomissing was pleased to sponsor a flag at the Berks County Field of Honor. The flags were displayed at the Wyomissing Stone House from July 4th-July 8th.[...]

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For our “All Things Italian” themed day, the residents enjoyed Andrea Bocelli music, an Italian wine themed art class, and a delicious Italian Delights Luncheon: Fresh Caprese Salad, Handmade Fresh Pappardelle w/ Classic Bolognese, Homemade Rosemary Focaccia, and Chef’s Special Tiramisu with wine service available during the luncheon.[...]

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We took a bus trip to an Ice Cream Shop to celebrate Father’s Day. A good celebration always includes Chocolate and Vanilla![...]

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Everyone loves celebrating birthdays and enjoying the special culinary treats.[...]

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Observing National Donut (Doughnut) Day may become a yearly tradition. We enjoyed freshly baked donuts and took a donut personality test. Many of the residents chose to eat a Glazed Cake Donut which is described as “A plain cake with a little extra, this doughnut appeals to the traditionalist with an edge.”[...]

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The word Snoezelen might sound funny, but it describes something as uniquely comforting as its name. The term is a contraction formed from a blend of the Dutch word snuffelen (“to snuffle,” “sniff”) and doezelen (“doze,” “snooze”), which is a perfect way to describe the multisensory, non-directive therapy. Developed in the Netherlands in the 1970s, Snoezelen rooms (snoezelroom) are a…[...]

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We showed a little patriotism this July with a red, white, and blue celebration! We had some tasty snacks, talked about the history of our country, sang some songs to honor our country, and honored some of our service members. Residents loved reminiscing about memories of how they used to celebrate the Fourth of July and we talked about ways…[...]

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