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October 2024 Newsletter
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Bird’s Nest
August 1, 2024 - Recently, at our cottage’s front porch, we were greeted by an unexpected sight—a finely crafted bird’s nest, meticulously constructed with ...
Gardening Gazette
August 1, 2024 - Welcome, garden enthusiasts, to another edition of our Gardening Gazette! Today, we bring you exciting news and updates on cultivating ...
Baby Update!
August 1, 2024 - Both of our new additions have made their safe arrivals! Courtney’s new son arrived on June 19th and Elena’s baby ...
National Peach Month
August 1, 2024 - National Peach Month is in August each year, and it isn’t easy to imagine summertime without this juicy summer fruit. ...
* Message from Randall – Jett’s Summer Shenanigans
August 1, 2024 - Hey there, it’s Jett, your favorite furry visitor! Last month, you got to meet me, and this month, I’m back ...
Thank You for Making Our Bee-by Shower Un-BEE-lievable!
July 1, 2024 - We couldn’t bee more grateful for everyone who buzzed over to celebrate our upcoming little bundles of joy! Your presence ...
Memorial Day Missing Man Table
July 1, 2024 - Each item on the Missing Man Table represents the emotions and feelings reserved for those who did not come home. ...* Message from Randall – July 2024
July 1, 2024 - Hi there, I’m Jett! You might have seen me wagging around the cottage recently. Traveling, visiting the cottage, and saying ...Father’s Day!
May 29, 2024 - To all the Dads and Grandfathers, As Father’s Day approaches, it’s a time to honor and celebrate the incredible men ...
To our Nurses during Nurse’s Week!
May 29, 2024 - As we celebrated Nurse’s Week in May, it was moment for us to reflect on the incredible dedication, compassion, and ...* Message from Randall – The Origins of Fathers
May 29, 2024 - 1909 Spokane Washington, a woman named Sonora Smart Dodd, whose father was a Civil War veteran, raise her and her ...
Resident of the Month: Catherine Bolig
April 29, 2024 - Catherine (Cathy) was born and raised in Reading, Pennsylvania and is a proud graduate of Reading High School! Her and ...
Easter
April 29, 2024 - In March, we had the opportunity to facilitate a lot of Easter-themed activities: The residents enjoyed dying hard-boiled easter eggs, ...
Solar Eclipse 2024!
April 29, 2024 - We had a great view of the Solar Eclipse from our front porch! We were able to catch some neat ...
Farm Friends!
April 29, 2024 - This Spring, Our Residents and staff members enjoyed caring for two baby chicks for two weeks! We were responsible for ...Resident of the Month: Anna Mae Smith
April 18, 2024 - Anna Mae was born on May 21, 1936 to Samuel Graeff and Edna (Kauffman) Graeff. She is the youngest of ...
Cottage Star: Antonina Muga
April 18, 2024 - We would like to take a minute to honor Antonina Muga (aka Hercules) for all of the determination she has ...
Philadelphia Phillies
April 18, 2024 - Baseball is back! The residents have loved cheering on the Phillies during their Spring Training and are looking forward to ...
Fastnacht Day
April 18, 2024 - Fastnacht Day 2024 was on Tuesday, February 13th. This food holiday is also known as Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras, or ...
Valentine’s Day
April 18, 2024 - This year we celebrated Valentine’s Day with a love-themed happy hour! We served love potion #9 and special Valentine’s Day ...
Staff Christmas Party
January 30, 2024 - We love any opportunity to celebrate and cut loose with our wonderful staff! The employees of Columbia Cottage work so ...
Message from the President… Pursue Passion
January 30, 2024 - What is your passion? What makes you so excited and filled with joy and life that you can hardy keep ...
Christine Horn Tree Dedication
January 4, 2024 - On Wednesday December 6th, Columbia Cottage took a heartfelt moment to honor and remember Christine Horn for all her hard ... Message from the President… January 2024
January 4, 2024 - Taking Control Many of us seek out the opportunity to step in and take control of a particular situation or ...
Happy Holidays!
November 30, 2023 - Tis the season for hot chocolate, candy canes, Christmas cookies and lots of family. This year we have welcomed so ...
Berks County Field of Honor
August 7, 2023 - In Honor of all the brave men and women who have and continue to serve in the United States Military, ...
Mother’s Day Celebration
June 9, 2023 - On Mother’s Day we celebrated all of our seasoned moms with much deserved artisanal cupcakes and champagne! Words cannot express ...
Congratulations Cassie! Kutztown University Class of 2023!
June 9, 2023 - Cassandra has been a Columbia Cottage employee for 6 years! After earning her criminal justice associate degree at Reading Community ...
Superbowl LVII
March 1, 2023 - Philadelphia Eagles vs. Kansas City Chiefs The Cottage was ready to watch the hometown Philadelphia Eagles take on the Chiefs ...
Valentine’s Day Flower Arranging!
March 1, 2023 - Who needs store bought flowers when you can arrange your own bouquet! The ladies enjoyed picking loose flowers and assembling ...
Christmas Happy Hour
January 2, 2023 - This year, we were able to host our first Christmas event post-COVID and we were blown away by the overwhelming ...
Message from Noreen
January 2, 2023 - Dear Residents and Families, We are pleased to announce that we are now using an automated resident family notification system. ...
Veteran’s Day 2022
December 8, 2022 - Veteran’s Day is a time for us to pay our respects to those who have served. For one day, we ...
Corn Shucking at the Cottage
September 30, 2022 - The residents had a great time helping to shuck corn for an upcoming meal!
National Assisted Living Week
September 30, 2022 - American Health Care Association and the National Center for Assisted Living honor National Assisted Living Week in September! Themed “Joyful ...
Wyomissing Baby Boom
September 30, 2022 - The two latest Columbia Cottage babies joined our family! On July 24, Nurse Angie welcomed little girl, Rylie. On August ...
Message from the President (October 2022)
September 30, 2022 - We live in an overstimulated society, where busy schedules lead to lack of connection, where many people go through life ...
Balloon Bonanza!
July 29, 2022 - The residents had a blast watching Donna make fun balloon animals and hats! Donna showed the residents how to twist ...
Cottage Star: Christian Soliz
July 29, 2022 - This month we would like to honor our Cottage Star, Christian Soliz! Christian has been with Columbia Cottage for 11 ...
Family of the Month: Patricia Lin
July 29, 2022 - Patricia Lin was born and raised in New York City. She was born in a house near the Manhattan Bridge ...
August is Peach Month
July 29, 2022 - Peachy Facts Peaches are the third most popular fruit grown in America. United States provides about 25% of the world’s ...
Message from the President… Make a Difference
July 29, 2022 - Dreams are quite complex, aren’t they? The other morning, I awoke from a deep sleep and remembered sitting by a ...
Farwell Norma
July 1, 2022 - Once in a while, if you’re lucky, you’ll cross paths with someone really special who makes you laugh a little ...
Cottage Baby Updates!
July 1, 2022 - The Columbia Cottage Baby Boom continues! This summer will welcome a little girl for Nurse Angie and a little boy ...
Handpans with Donna!
July 1, 2022 - The handpan is a rare new kind of mesmerizing musical instrument invented in the 21st century. The handpan’s lenticular shape ...
Homemaker of the Year – Kevin Snyder
July 29, 2019 - Hello, my name is Kevin Snyder. I had the privilege of being selected as the 2019 Homemaker of the Year ...
Holiday Greetings
December 27, 2018 - The Holidays generally are a time of celebration and joy, as well as one of reflection as we ponder our ...
Resident of the Month – Violet Sampson
December 27, 2018 - Violet has been a resident of Columbia Cottage since Aug. 21, 2017. She was born and raised in Schuylkill Valley ...
Columbia Cottage Welcomes Noreen Krymski
December 27, 2018 - Hello, my name is Noreen Krymski, MSW, MHP. I am 45 years old and originally from Pittsburgh, PA. I have ...Resident of the Month – Margaret “Peg” Duffy
October 30, 2018 - My name is Margaret Duffy, I like to be called “Peg”. I was born in Philadelphia, PA. Around the age ...November Cottage Star – Sarah Radatti
October 30, 2018 - My name is Sarah Radatti and I have worked at the cottage in Wyomissing since 2015 as a Homemaker. I ...Resident Christmas Party
October 8, 2018 - Our yearly Christmas party will be held on December 3rd from 5pm-7pm. Each apartment will be allowed 3 guests. Please ...Do You Know Your Resident Wellness Director?
January 4, 2018 - As part of our care for you, Columbia Cottage provides Resident Wellness Directors who are focused on ensuring you are ...Christmas Holiday Success
December 14, 2017 - We’ve had a great time celebrating the holidays here at Columbia Cottage. On 12/6/17 our staff celebrated the holidays by ...Upcoming Event – Annual Christmas Party
November 5, 2017 - Well, here we are again! The Holidays are fast approaching, and the weather is crisp and well on its way ...Contact us to get more information about
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