In continuation of our cultural immersion series, we took the opportunity of National Hawaii Day to learn about the history and culture of the Hawaiian Islands! Did you know that superstition in Hawaii says that if you take rocks from volcanic lands and other sacred areas you will be cursed?? Apart from learning about the culture, we celebrated with food,…[...]

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To celebrate the beginning of summer, we finally set our butterfly friends free! Residents were captivated by their life cycle and were fascinated with watching them grow and hatch out of their chrysalides. They even started naming them (even though we had no idea which was which!). We sent them off with a toast of sparkling cider and wine and…[...]

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In honor of National Camera Day, we went back to the basics with Polaroid Pictures! Residents were shocked that this type of camera was still made. We collectively decided to take pictures holding pictures of when they were younger.[...]

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The older you get, the more you realize your parents are a lot smarter than you thought they were.  People who love you – friends, parents, cousins, siblings – are on your side and usually want what is best for you.  I truly believe that God places friends and family around us to help us discover our purpose.  He gave…[...]

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Moving elderly parents out of their home and into a retirement community where they will receive more assistance can be a challenging transition for both the parents and their adult children. It’s an emotionally tumultuous time that can be stressful if not handled carefully. However, you can do some things to help navigate this situation with more grace and care.…[...]

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As we age, staying engaged and physically and mentally active in life becomes increasingly important. Participating in various activities, from physical exercise to mental stimulation, contributes to overall health and well-being and improves cognitive health, memory, and reasoning abilities. Life enrichment activities for seniors are essential to maintain a sense of purpose, improve overall well-being, and keep the mind sharp.…[...]

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On Mother’s Day we celebrated all of our seasoned moms with much deserved artisanal cupcakes and champagne! Words cannot express the joy the staff felt while sharing laughs and hearing all of their wonderful stories![...]

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Cassandra has been a Columbia Cottage employee for 6 years! After earning her criminal justice associate degree at Reading Community College, Cassandra decided to further her education in the legal field by pursuing a bachelor's degree in political science with a minor in Paralegal Studies at Kutztown University. She is committed to pursuing graduate education and continuing to lead in…[...]

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Springtime = traveling bees, planting flowers, crafting flowers, and enjoying the sunshine![...]

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Posted in Linglestown News | Comments Off on Welcome Spring!

We had quite the surprise one morning when it was discovered that there were 11 baby ducks stuck in the courtyard storm drain! Thank you to Lower Paxton Township for rescuing the ducks and letting us have a peek at these adorable duckies.  [...]

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