Message from the President (October 2022)
Sep 30, 2022
We live in an overstimulated society, where busy schedules lead to lack of connection, where many people go through life barely looking one another in the eye, where connection is summarized by scrolling down a Facebook newsfeed and clicking “Like” to show we care. Research shows that helping others can be good for our overall health. It reduces stress, improves our…[...]Continue Reading
Join us at Columbia Cottage Collegeville on October 28th for candy, snacks, and tons of fun![...]Continue Reading
Our post office approved mailboxes have been installed! Starting September 1st, residents may begin utilizing the mailboxes to pick up and send their mail. Each mailbox is labeled by room number. Karen, Managing Director, will give each resident a key to their personal mailbox. Please note that there is a fee for replacement keys.[...]Continue Reading
Coming soon! A communication channel on your TV. Turn to channel 2 to receive messages about activities, current events, menus, the latest news, birthdays, and more.[...]Continue Reading
“I’ll just listen” was the common response when the residents were invited to join in our Happy Hour/ Karaoke social. However, once the music started playing everyone started to sing and even suggested new songs for the next karaoke program. Our motto for karaoke: everyone can sing if they are willing to try![...]Continue Reading
When caring for individuals with dementia, caregivers must address many challenges. When is it the right time to limit someone’s independence, and how do you ease the trauma when you do? Some Indicators to Consider Independence Frequent falls Having trouble performing essential self-care like preparing meals and eating Leaving the oven on and other kitchen mishaps Unable to administer medications…[...]Continue Reading
While reminiscing about beach vacations, we decided to paint our favorite beach scene. Thank you, Emily, @ Artistry and Upcycling by Emily Seilhamer, for helping to inspire our creativity. We loved your painting class and how you turned every “happy accident” into a piece of art. We look forward to creating together on the 2nd Thursday of each month. “Creativity…[...]Continue Reading
Residents made a lot of noise playing different kinds of drums, maracas, and tambourines. We didn’t know we had such a talented group at Columbia Cottage. Maybe we should start a band. There were lots of smiles and laughter too along with the music.[...]Continue Reading
For national make your own cupcake day, Residents enjoyed making sunflower cupcakes.[...]Continue Reading
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