Activities at Collingtree Park Care Home
Our specialist activities staff are committed to organising a mix of activities and events for residents and the local community to get involved in, including trips out to local places of interest in our minibus and visits from entertainers and musicians. It is important to us that each individual who we support can get as much from these as they can, so we try our best to arrange activities that reflect their interests and capabilities as best as possible, and encourage them to participate in any way they can. We also encourage relatives to join in with activities and events as often as they can.
Martin Tilly-Reed
Hello, my name is Martin, I'm the activities coordinator here at Collingtree Park
My role is to ensure that our activities, outings and the entertainment we provide is stimulating and inclusive of all our residents no matter their challenges. It is important to me that our weekly calendar offers enriching experiences with music from live entertainers, visits to various locations outside the home, as well as arts and crafts tailored to individual abilities.
Getting to know our residents better is so important, and through regular family and friends’ meetings we can gain a greater understanding of their loved ones' interests and life prior to joining Collingtree Park that will make for a richer activities program to be developed.
I look forward to getting to know you, and your loved ones.
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 the activities team direct. New entertainers and community links are 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 Collingtree Park Care Home
Home Bar brings Joy
Today we opened the doors to the Collingtree Bar on Daisy Lane, where residents enjoyed playing pool, sharing stories and serving drinks!
Andy, Gardener at Collingtree Park donated the pool table last month, and was so pleased that it came to good use! He said "It's great to see it being played on again, and even better to hear some of the stories from residents who used to play in the past!"
Carer, Jun, used to support his father's business in selling snooker tables, and enjoyed showing off to the residents and helping them perfect their shot. The residents have had a wonderful afternoon. Thank you Andy and Jun.
Happy Birthday 'Sheila'
Happy birthday to lovely Shelia, who celebrated her 99th birthday today! Shelia has had a wonderful day, celebrating with cards and gifts from her children, as well as a Collingtree cake, made by chef Jennifer.
Shelia said "I don't know what the secret to longevity is, but I must be doing something right". We're so glad you've enjoyed your day Shelia.
Day Trip and Cream Tea
A trip to Dobbies garden centre for new resident. Norma; 88 has come to Collingtree Park for respite care. She told us, that following a fall, she had not felt confident enough to go out. When she came to us, she told us the one thing she loved most was the coffee and good company.
With this information, we decided on a trip to Dobbies Garden Centre; where Norma enjoyed telling Skye all about her life, over her favourite coffee and a scone.
Norma said "I have had a great day going 'out-out' and can't wait for our next adventure".
Dating Advice for All
On Valentine's Day, we asked our residents the secret to their long, happy marriages. Today we have asked for "Dating Advice" from some of our residents, who were more than happy to share!
Robert said "If you're going on a date, you should always have chocolates, but depending on how the date goes depends on if you will be sharing them or not!". Meanwhile, Jean said the most important thing was to "Enjoy yourself".
We enjoyed sharing lots of funny stories, Barbara shared stories of her first dates with husband, Michael, and said, "If I had to start again now, I wouldn't bother with it!". Barrie told us he was very lucky to have found "the one" and said "When you know you know".
It's been lovely listening to our residents stories to celebrate Valentines Day.
Pancake Day!
We have kickstarted our morning with an 'American Style' breakfast, and made pancakes the star of the show. Pam said "We used to make pancakes for lunch to celebrate Shrove Tuesday, it's funny that you couldn't wait that long!".
Meanwhile Barbara helped to prepare the fruit and other toppings in the kitchenette. She said "The kids love pancakes and part of the fun is choosing what goes on top of them, in my day it was just sugar!" We have all had a great time choosing toppings and speaking about the meaning behind Shrove Tuesday too, with a quiz and discussion group following our breakfast.
Happy Chinese New Year
We all welcomed in the Year of the Dragon with a day of celebrations and activities. Inspired by Chinese culture and traditions, the home was decorated with hanging red lanterns and parasols. Residents learnt all about the traditions and superstitions of Chinese New Year. Head chef Jennifer Briggs cooked up an oriental feast for lunch as a visiting Chinese Dragon greeted every resident wishing them continued good health and handing out brightly coloured golden fortune cookies.
Nikki Allen, General Manager of Barchester’s Collingtree Park said: “We have had a wonderful day welcoming the 2024 Chinese ‘Year of the Dragon’. It’s been smiles all round. Our residents loved the staffs’ vibrant costumes, oriental delights and meeting the dragon!”
Upcoming events
Don't Dine Alone
We know company at mealtimes can boost wellbeing. That is why we are inviting the elderly community to join us for a hearty mid-week roast dinner and some good company.
Monthly Dementia Cafe
Join us for our Monthly Dementia Café which takes place on the 1st Wednesday of every month 2.30pm - 4pm.
