Activities at Claremont Parkway Care Home
Activities are the cornerstone of a wholesome home experience, and our Activities Coordinators are always putting their creative minds to the test by organising new and exciting social events for residents to partake in. Of course, we take into account the likes and dislikes of those we support, so if someone doesn’t feel like trying something new, there will always be something on offer to reflect their personal interests. For the people who may just prefer some peace and quiet instead, we also offer one-to-one time that can be enjoyed with a nice cup of coffee or just a simple chat – whatever they desire.
Daxter Board
Hi, my name is Daxter and I'm the activities coordinator here at Claremont Parkway. I've worked within care homes since moving to Kettering and have experience across the departments giving me a good understanding of all our resident's needs.
I'm passionate about providing tailored activities that truly engage each and every resident. Through getting to know them as individuals, I can work together with my colleagues to find life enriching experiences; small or large that will brighten their days whilst they reside with us.
We are always open to new ideas. If you would like to get involved in any of our Life Enrichment activities or have a skill, or project you'd like to share with our residents, please click here to contact me direct. New entertainers and community links are always welcome.
Read our brochure 'Life-enriching activities' for more information about life in our care homes.
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Activities and Events Partnerships
As part of our bespoke life-enrichment programmes, we host a number of live virtual events in the home on a regular basis through a number of partnerships with places of interest and world class performance companies
Life at Claremont Parkway Care Home
Celebrating 200 Years of Cadbury
We've had a chocoholic day in celebration of 200 Years of Cadbury!
Staff and residents were treated to an afternoon of nostalgia and delicious memories when they were joined by Cadbury archivist Sarah Foden and Brand Manager Connor Gould for a talk from the nation’s favourite chocolate brand.
Since the opening of its first shop in Birmingham in 1824, Cadbury has delighted the nation with its confectionary and drinking chocolate. It has been with us throughout every day and seasonal moments, even popping out of our 99 ice cream cones on the beach. It’s the brand behind our favourite selection boxes, as well as the Cadbury Dairy Milk we unwind with on the sofa. Tastes we’ve known for generations – these have long been a part of Britain’s rich cultural history and the lives of Brits across generations.
Sarah and Connor walked the Barchester residents through the story of the brand’s great success from the very first shop to how Cadbury is celebrating its 200th anniversary in 2024. They shared photos from down the years, examples of old packaging and ad campaigns from the Cadbury archive in Bournville. The carefully selected archive material tells the story of an iconic British brand, this year celebrating its 200th anniversary that has been part of people’s lives through generations, in moments big and small. The brand’s rich history evoked all kinds of nostalgic memories for the residents who all have their own Cadbury memories.
Connor Gould, Brand Manager at Cadbury, said: “It is so rewarding to take part in such a special event as this – we just loved entertaining all the residents this afternoon, especially when it got to the quiz – they all had their own special memories of the brand to share, which was so rewarding to hear. Thanks to everyone at Barchester who joined us. It was wonderful to be able to share our brand story with you all and to hear about what Cadbury means to you.”
Home Manager; Jacob Bindura said: “What a wonderful afternoon we’ve all had, our residents have grown up eating Cadbury chocolate bars, so they were really interested to hear about how the company first came about and how it has evolved over the years.”
Awarded 5 Stars for Standards
We're pleased to report that following an unannounced visit yesterday; 13th May 2024 from the Food Standards Agency Claremont Parkway Care Home - Barchester Healthcare was once again rated 5 Stars with nothing to improve upon.
The report stated ‘Excellent standards at time of visit, detailed and up to date records. The report continued by stating ‘No advisories, a perfect score’.
Jacob Bindura, General Manager at Claremont Parkway said: “We are delighted that our home was rated 5 Stars following the Food Standard Agency’s most recent inspection. The team at Claremont Parkway work so hard to ensure the home has the very best hygiene levels so it is wonderful to have everyone’s hard work recognised.”
Well done to the whole hospitality team for continuing to maintain the highest of standards.
Goodbye and All the Best!
Please join in saying 'goodbye' and all the best to the lovely 'Elsa' who is leaving the Claremont team for pastures new! Elsa will be missed, she's been a much loved member of the team. Good luck in your new role Elsa from everyone at Claremont Parkway.
Fun in the Sun!
Well another busy day at Claremont Parkway. After breakfast the morning started with 1:1 room visits talking about sweet and savoury foods with memories of sweets from our childhoods.
With the weather being so wonderful Resident Mary and Karen took a stroll around the Claremont gardens, Mary named all the flowers and plants, she explained what our gardener needs to do with them over the coming weeks before catching up with Una for a good old chin-wag.
After lunch several more residents gathered in the garden for our pompom exercise routine before playing a few target games, we all found the archery a little tricky!
Our glorious afternoon finished with a quiz on sweet and savoury foods a before we got to nibble on some of our own courtesy of the homes hospitality team.
1940s Party to Celebrate VE Day
Today we marked the anniversary of Victory in Europe Day in style by throwing a 1940s party to remember.
During breakfast Elain decorated the home in red, white and blue and we all enjoyed an afternoon of music and dancing courtesy of Lesley Ann Vocalist Entertainer who sang songs from different eras including many wartime favourites such as 'We'll Meet Again'.
Chef Vera and the hospitality team served a wonderful roast dinner before whipping up a delicious selection of freshly-baked cheese straws and cream scones for afternoon tea all washed down with a good old British cuppa!
Attending Community 'Mature Drivers Show'
Driving is an important part of our everyday life and Northamptonshire Safer Roads Alliance (NSRA) are keen to help to keep mature drivers driving safer for longer.
Today we joined the team at The Rushden Goods Shed for the ‘Mature Driver’s Roadshow’ as they covered all aspects of driving aimed at drivers 60+
It was wonderful to meet so many new people and have the opportunity to invite them to our beautiful homes for a ‘Tea and Tour’. Our home managers were on hand to answer any questions about later life care within Claremont Parkway Care Home - Barchester Healthcare and Collingtree Park Care Home - Barchester Healthcare.
Upcoming events
Community Arts & Crafts Club
Join us every Tuesday from 11am - 12 noon for a mixture of crafts, resources will be provided. All Welcome!
