Blog: Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield

Sully, whose owners are Brock and Laura Shaffer of Clearfield, won a trophy during last year’s Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield Pet Parade. Sully wore a lion’s mane costume. This year’s Halloween Pet Parade will be held on October 19 at the senior living community with donations benefiting the local SPCA….

The 14th Leonard Street Car and Bike Show/Cruise will be held on May 19 at the Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield parking lot. Vehicles from multiple decades, such as those included here, have participated in the event. The event raises funds for the Alzheimer’s Association. 14th Leonard Street Car and Bike…

The Golden Years and New Beginnings Retirement marks the close of one chapter and the dawn of another. As the pace of life slows down and one has the liberty to reflect, the age-old adage, “Age is just a number” takes on a fresh meaning. This phase, often termed as…

Understanding Dementia: Why it Matters Addressing the complexities of a dementia diagnosis can be a challenging task, especially when communicating this to a younger audience. A dementia diagnosis impacts everyone in the family, including the youngest members. Children are keen observers and will likely notice changes in their loved one….

Summer is a beautiful season to enjoy the outdoors, but it poses some unique challenges for seniors. The rising temperature, increased activity, and a variety of other factors can potentially put older adults at risk. So, how can you ensure a safe, enjoyable summer for the seniors in your life?…

U.S. Army veteran John F. Beard, left, and George A. Waring, U.S. Navy veteran, right, stand in front of the Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield Wall of Honor during a ceremony recognizing the senior living community veterans whose photographs appear on the wall. Senior Living Community Event Highlighted ‘Those Who Serve’…

As we grow older, the comfort of our own homes can become overshadowed by the difficulty of performing simple daily tasks. It’s in these times that assisted living communities can significantly enhance the quality of life. But how exactly do these communities work, and how can they benefit your daily…

With the golden hues of age come the challenges of maintaining our physical agility – particularly, our manual dexterity. Aging can pose hurdles to our ability to grasp a pen, navigate a smartphone, or effortlessly button up a shirt. But guess what? It’s never too late to learn, to grow,…

For a second straight year, U.S. News & World Report named Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield a Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Care senior living community. The Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield team, from left to right: Roberta Bradford RN, Executive Operations Officer; Robyn Womer, Life Stories Director; Calley Kephart, Life…

Recognizing Respite Care Respite care is a type of short-term, temporary relief for caregivers of family members who might otherwise require permanent placement in a community away from home. It’s a support structure that enables carers to recharge, avoid burnout, and ensure their loved ones continue to receive the care…