Activities at Chacombe Park Care Home
Our teams are trained to enrich the lives of residents through stimulating the mind, body and soul, and taking the time to learn about each person to ensure everyone receives support that adds enrichment to their life.
We understand that the people we support have passions and interests that could be difficult to pursue after moving into a care home – but that doesn’t mean we don’t encourage them to try! Some hobbies can define a person, so our Activities Coordinators are dedicated to ensuring that everyone we support is able to do what makes them happy to the best of their abilities. Social events are organised with individual tastes in mind and with the idea that residents have the opportunity to try new and exciting things.
Morgan Dowie
Hi, my name is Morgan and I joined the Chacombe Park life enrichment team in January 2025. I love getting to know our residents, and I'm extremely passionate about their continued wellbeing and enjoy providing tailored activities that stimulate happiness, and continued fulfilment.
Prior to joining Chacombe Park, I worked as a Senior Carer, and hold an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care. Outside of work, I’m a wife and mother to our beautiful little girl. Originally from Birmingham our little family has now settled in Banbury. Living life to the full is my motto, and I wish to instil this in all our residents, whatever your ability there is something new to learn or try. Life is for enriching and enjoyment.
I look forward to getting to know you and your loved ones. We are always open to new ideas, if you'd like to contact me please call the home on 01295 712001 or email me direct on: Chacombe.Activities@barchester.com - New entertainers always welcome.
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 Chacombe Park Care Home
VE Day Celebrations
This afternoon we honoured VE Day in true Chacombe Park style - with a sizzling BBQ cooked by our talented chef, refreshing drinks, an Ice-cream van and the wonderful company of our residents, local community and special guests- the children from Chacombe Primary school.
It was a heart-warming day filled with shared stories, laughter, and familiar tunes as generations came together to honour this historic occasion which brought smiles to everyone’s faces.
Resident Barbara summed it up perfectly when she said "This is wonderful, it brings back memories seeing the children playing in the garden and the ice-cream is delicious."
Everyone had a great time and it was lovely to see residents and the community socialising and making memories as we honoured the heroes of the past! Thank you to everyone who joined us.
VE Day Remembered Through Song
To start our home's VE Day celebrations we had a wonderful afternoon coming together to mark the 80th anniversary of victory in Europe day with a live performance from the amazing Fiona Harrison - A Voice in a Million who brought the spirit of the 1940s to life as she dressed in a uniform from that period and sang all the wartime classics our residents know and love.
Day Out followed by a Tea Party
Today our residents enjoyed a lovely visit to the The National Herb Centre, exploring fragrant gardens and learning about a variety of herbs and enjoyed a relaxing morning with tea and cakes. Fresh air, great company and sweet treats can't be beat!
The day was topped off with a cheerful tea party back at the home with music and drinks all round! This created a joyful, relaxing atmosphere.
Days like these support well-being, social connection and stimulate the senses!
Ice's on the Veranda
The residents at Chacombe Park have been making the most of the beautiful weather, sitting outside admiring the views across the golf course and keeping cool with an ice cream whilst chatting the day away protected from too much sun under the shades.
Being outdoors is not only refreshing, but it also brings a sense of peace and joy that we cherish here at Chacombe Park, whether listening to the birds or taking a walk around the grounds, life is good at Chacombe Park.
Did you know you are welcome to come to the home and join us on lovely days like these?
Simply pop in for a cool drink and enjoy a sit in the sun/shade or stroll around the paved grounds taking in all that nature has to offer.
Afternoon Tea at the Park
Afternoon tea for our lovely residents at our home today!
They were presented with a tasty selection of savoury snacks and colourful cakes, and washed them down with a cheeky glass of wine. We had some nice music playing in the background with the residents chatting and enjoying each other's company.
A Voice In a Million Entertains
The residents in our home today thoroughly enjoyed a live performance from the hugely talented Fiona Harrison - A Voice in a Million.
She sang a range of classics from different decades, bringing back some happy memories for our residents as they sang along in unison!
Don't forget to join us on 7th May when Fiona join us again for our VE Day Cocktails & Canapes event from 2.30pm in the homes spacious Octagon dining hall.
Upcoming events
Community Games Afternoon
We're welcoming our local community, families and friends for a lovely weekly get-together. Please join us every Friday from 3.30pm for fun and games.
Community Cafe - All Welcome!
Come along and meet new people while enjoying a chat over a hot drink and a selection of sweet treats every Monday and Friday 10am-11.30am. Complimentary and dementia friendly.
Chacombe Park Community Nature Trail
Whether you're looking for a quiet stroll, a safe place to exercise, or simply somewhere beautiful to spend time outdoors, we welcome you to Chacombe Park.
Parent, Baby and Toddler Group
Local parents and their little ones are invited to join us for fun with our residents and Philippa from Rhythm Time on the 1st Wednesday of every month from 10am - 11.30am.
Emergency Services - Take a Break!
Come and take a break on us, relax in the warmth of our home, enjoy a slice of cake and a lovely cuppa or cooling juice.
