Activities at Chacombe Park Care Home
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.
Heather Gooch
My name is Heather and I am the Head of Activities here at Chacombe Park. My role is to ensure that all residents are supported in enjoying hobbies and events that enrich their life.
I have a Bachelors degree in Theatre Performance, as well as a PGCE in Secondary Drama. I have previously worked for another Barchester home back in 2012 before working as a secondary school teacher, teaching Drama at both GCSE and A Level. I have a passion for person centred care, which has come from my love of pastoral work during my time as a teacher. I want each resident to feel appreciated and supported to enjoy the skills/hobbies that they have treasured before their time at Chacombe.
In my spare time I enjoy singing, cross stitch and learning new skills. I endeavour to bring these hobbies and passions into my role here at Chacombe, as well as learn some new skills from the vast range of knowledge that our residents can bring!
Read our brochure 'Life-enriching activities' for more information about life in our care homes.
Read our brochure
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
Fruity Friday
Residents enjoyed a Fruity Friday with a few treats from the chocolate fountain. This was a really unique way to enjoy fruit – and residents loved it!
New Year Celebrations
We kicked of the New Year with an afternoon of games, cocktails and mocktails. The left and right game had everyone wondering which direction to turn!
1940s Tea Dance
Everyone enjoyed cucumber sandwiches, cakes and a glass of champagne, all topped off with a night of dancing for our 1940s-themed tea dance.
A Visit from the Brownies
Another of our favourites at Chacombe are the Brownies. We had so much fun when they joined us for an evening of carolling as well as singing some of the old girl guiding songs. After our singalong the Brownies had their Christmas party at Chacombe.
Chacombe Handbell Ringers
We are always delighted when Chacombe Handbell ringers come to perform for us. They played a variety of Christmas songs and we all enjoyed a cup of tea and mince pies after their performance.
Waddeson Manor's Christmas Fair
We braved the cold and enjoyed a trip out to Waddesdon Manor’s Christmas fair and lights illuminations recently. We enjoyed a delicious hot chocolate to warm us up and had a look around the market and the fabulous lights display.
