Veteran’s Day is a time for us to pay our respects to those who have served. For one day, we stand united in respect for you, our Veterans. Columbia Cottage celebrates our Residents & Staff Veterans and all military personnel who served the United States. We Thank You! David Hassler – Army Russell Reinhart – Army Robert Rymshaw – Air…[...]Continue Reading
Remembering Courage, Honoring Sacrifice: Irving Berlin introduced “God Bless America” sung by Kate Smith on November 11, 1938, at the New York World’s Fair. Together on November 11, 2022, the Residents and Staff joined in song singing “God Bless America” as we recognized and honored our Veterans: Robert Swartz, Arthur Hall, Philip Comito, Donald Tinsman, John Scrimgeour, and George Hirschmann.…[...]Continue Reading
Columbia Cottage would like to give thanks for our wonderful residents and family members. We had a delightful evening decorating our Thanksgiving tree and giving thanks for our bountiful blessings. Thanks to all who participated in the food drive for the PA food bank. [envira-gallery id="4361"][...]Continue Reading
We had a fun time painting pumpkins for our not-so-scary Halloween decorations. [envira-gallery id="4338"][...]Continue Reading
We would like to invite the Residents and their family members to enter our Door Decorating Contest! Please “deck the door” (The Residents Apartment Door) to be entered into our contest. The doors must be completed by Monday, December 12th at noon. Winner will be announced at the Christmas party on December 13th. Please do not use fresh greens or…[...]Continue Reading
We are so excited about our new partnership with Alliance Pet Therapy. Carol and Judy will be bringing their certified pet therapy dogs, Ahri & Kara, to visit with us every other week. These pet therapy visits fill us with joy and happiness as we pet and snuggle with these special animals. [envira-gallery id="4318"][...]Continue Reading
The cold, wet, and rainy day couldn’t keep us from participating in the annual Walk to End Alzheimer's. We gathered our purple beads and walked around our cottage to help raise awareness for Alzheimer’s care and support. #ENDALZ #Walk2EndAlz [envira-gallery id="4298"][...]Continue Reading
During the holidays, many shoppers wonder what to give their loved ones with Alzheimer's and other types of dementia. Too many gifts might be overwhelming or make the person feel bad if they don’t reciprocate. When you’re shopping, remember where the person is now, rather than buying something they would have liked before they suffered from memory loss. Here are…[...]Continue Reading
Halloween fun! Our residents enjoyed pumpkin painting and trick or treat. [envira-gallery id="4272"][...]Continue Reading
The cottage will be hosting two holiday parties this year and the residents are looking forward to celebrating with their family and friends. Please join us on Sunday, December 18th for an open house from 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm. We will be celebrating with hot appetizers, sweat treats and a 2:00 pm holiday performance by Maggie Sings! To keep…[...]Continue Reading
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