Activities at Claremont Parkway 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.
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.
Karen Whitney
Hello, my name is Karen and I'm the activities coordinator for Claremont Parkway. Living life to the full is my motto, and I wish to instill 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 01536 484494 or email me direct on ClaremontParkway.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 Claremont Parkway Care Home
Celebrating Chinese New Year
At Claremont Parkway to celebrate the Chinese New Year, year of the Dragon, residents in the morning painted hats ready for later that day for the activities. In the afternoon we looked at the traditions surrounding the Chinese new year, some of which the residents had heard about, however there were some quite unusual facts. All the activities were related to the Chinese new year, with “Guess what I am” and Bingo! We then tried some noodles and egg fried rice, which had been prepared by our home chef. Residents tried to eat these using chopsticks, which did phase some of us. We also had fortune cookies to see what was in store for us. The residents that were unable to join us in the lounge were visited in their rooms for one to one activities.
Accordion Fun at Claremont
Claremont was joined by David McFegan.
Residents clapped, waved and cheered at his absolutely amazing skills on his Accordion and what a voice he had to go with it, he had the residents all singing along with him.
Tara Musical Magic
Once again Claremont parkway happily welcomed the absolutely Amazing Tara Horgan - Vocal Coach into the home.
As usual she blew us away with her fantastic voice.
Residents and staff danced together to the fantastic choices of musical numbers she brought us, although not all were dance numbers every song hit a chord we were all able to sway with.
Pub Day
Some of the residents of Claremont Parkway enjoyed a lovely stroll out to the pub, where they enjoyed some classic pub food!
Everyone had a great laugh with each other and were all very merry. Residents enjoyed talking with the staff, and the service was great.
We're already planning to go back soon!
Barchester Care Awards - We're Winners!
The Carer of the Year award, presented by Sue Sheath, Director of Regulation and Quality Improvement and Ross Joannides, Deputy Director of Nursing. This award recognises the vital role of the carer at Barchester Healthcare. Judges were looking for someone that provides the highest quality of care for the people they support. The winner of Barchester’s Carer of the Year 2023 award is Karen Whitney from Claremont Parkway Care Home. Congratulations!
Happy 50th Birthday 'Lovella'
Please join us in celebrating a brilliant nurses 50th birthday; 'Lovella' is a fantastic nurse much loved by all. We hope you have a wonderful day on your holiday and we wish you all the best on for your special day.
Upcoming events
Weekly Parent and Baby Play Group
All local parents and their little ones are invited to join us for a morning of fun with our residents Every Wednesday of every month from 10am - 11.30am.
Community Fish and Chip Club
Don't dine alone we're welcoming older people to join our residents on any Friday of each month from 12.30pm for some friendly conversation and a delicious meal.
Fabulous 50's Summer Fete
Shake, Rattle & Roll to Claremont Parkway for a 1950s celebration at our summer fete on 16th August 11am-4pm. Buffet, Games and Live Music!
