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
Sing Along in the 50s and 60s
New Activity Assistant, Lucy, got into the swing of things, along with new resident, Joan. A good sing along was had by all and everyone’s thirst was quenched with afternoon tea.
Fluttery Afternoon with the Butterflies
Chacombe Park residents had a lovely afternoon visiting the Butterfly Farm at Stratford-upon-Avon.Val was amazed that a butterfly landed on her pillow and kept her company for the entire visit! Residents enjoyed a scrummy ice cream to finish off the day.
Christmas Day Festive Fun
So much festive fun on Christmas Day was had at Chacombe Park. Head Chef, Mark, and his team delivered a spectacular traditional lunch with the wine and laughter flowing. Hannah and resident, Linda, really enjoyed the paper whistle blowers, as seen in the photo.
The Scrabble Challenge Begins!
Residents had a lovely afternoon between Christmas and New Year's playing Scrabble and testing their spelling skills whilst Activities Coordinator, Hannah, was on hand with the dictionary.
Christmas Jumper Day
With the team spirit high, residents and staff loved the festive giggles and laughter throughout the day whilst wearing a very impressive selection of Christmas jumpers.
The Great Outdoors Made Magical
Late December residents of Chacombe Park experienced the magical winter wonder of the Christmas trail at Blenheim Palace.
Residents explored the scented Fire Garden - a circular carpet of dancing flames, adorned with lanterns, set against the backdrop of glittering ancient woodland outlined in Christmas colour that stretched high into the night sky. Santa Claus was present too, sitting in the boathouse, waving to all.
Residents then finished their winter's stroll with spiced cider, mulled wine or hot chocolate, whilst the aroma of roasting chestnuts filled the air.
