February at Columbia Cottage was a rich mosaic theme of love, historical exploration, and presidential influence. Inspired by President Lincoln’s timeless words, “Malice towards none, charity for all,” we embarked on a journey that resonated with every resident. Shining a Light on Black History: We celebrated the achievements of Black Americans throughout February by highlighting […]

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You’ve probably heard or read about the benefits of keeping a journal. Perhaps it was Oprah recommending that you record five things you’re grateful for every day, or maybe it was a teacher or counselor who viewed journaling as a way to clarify your thoughts and feelings and help solve problems. Regardless of the reason, […]

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We were delighted to celebrate Joanne’s 92nd birthday in February. We felt honored to share this special day with her.  Even at 92, Joanne remains an avid golfer, inspiring us all with her athleticism and active lifestyle. We are so proud of all her achievements!  

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On National Life Day we learned about the wonder of puppies, exploring facts about their development and cute antics. Later, Caring Hearts Animal Visit brought by cuddly friends to shower with affection. Their silly playfulness and soft fur filled our hearts on the yearly day dedicated to appreciating all creatures great and small. [envira-gallery id=”6157″]

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Elvis returned on his birthday this month, treating us to a special hip-swinging, toe-tapping performance of blue suede classics that transported us through the decades. [envira-gallery id=”6153″]

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When the winter chill brought a fresh blanket of snow, our hot cocoa social took a creative turn as we whipped up frothy batches of snow ice cream to sweeten up the season. We savored the velvety vanilla-infused flakes on a day meant for cozying up by the fire with cool treats. [envira-gallery id=”6124″]

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Columbia Cottage would like to welcome Amber Wolfgang to our team as our new Resident Services Director. Amber has been working in the Harrisburg area as an LPN since 2009 and has years of management experience working in sub-acute rehab. Amber was raised in Mifflin county, in a small town called Yeagertown before moving to […]

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We tend to think of dehydration as a problem associated with summertime. But often, people drink less in cold weather because they feel less thirsty. Hydration is important for overall health, and recent studies show that staying hydrated might slow the progress of memory loss as well. Researchers followed the hydration patterns of 11,000 adults […]

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A phrase often heard as the days grow longer and warmer. But is there truth to this adage, or is it merely a rhyming quip? According to meteorologists and experts, there’s substance behind the saying. April, traditionally a rainy month, saturates the soil, nurturing the growth of flowers that blossom a month later. The weather […]

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On February 27, we celebrated Lucille Carr’s 99th Birthday Lucille was born February 27, 1925, in Hazelton, PA, to Howard and Carrie Fritzinger. She was given no middle name and often joked about being named after an obituary listing in the local newspaper. Lucille had 3 sisters and 1 brother;  Lucille’s mother died when Lucille […]

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