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.
Skye Summerton
Hello, my name is Skye and I'm the Activities Coordinator here at Collingtree Park care home. My role is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing stimulating and person-centred activities. We offer something for everyone, including arts and crafts, games and live entertainment including visits to places of interest in the local area. I love to provide one-to-one time and sensory activities with residents who need a little more support.
Getting to know our residents better is so important, and through regular meetings with family and friends I can gain a greater understanding of their loved ones' interests and life prior to joining the Collingtree Park community.
We are an animal friendly care home with a resident cat called 'Bella' and daily visits from our residents' family dogs. We understand the power of PET Therapy and welcome animals of all sizes from mini beasts to the quarterly Alpaca visits a local farm.
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 me direct. New entertainers and community links are always welcome.
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 Collingtree Park Care Home
Up and Swinging with 'Zing'
We had a wonderful time singing and dancing in the Bluebell Lounge with Carole and Peter of Zing Entertainment last week. Jean and Iris showed us their dancing shoes, whilst Joan, Margaret and our other residents sang and clapped along to songs from the 1950's.
We've decided between us that Collingtree Park should be part of the set, with the backing dancers, singers and groupies. Ivy even said she would make a poster to hold at their next performance.
Monday Morning Fitness
Monday Fitness on Bluebell Walk courtesy of G-Fitness! Today our residents practised muscle flexibility and strengthening their core. It's so important for our residents to keep active and lead a healthy lifestyle. Martin said "My wife told me to attend keep fit, and I'm glad I did - we always have a laugh and I feel better for it too!".
Thank you Anya, for leading another fun filled class for our residents
Happy Birthday 'Margaret'
Over the weekend we celebrated Margaret's 84th birthday. Margaret enjoyed sharing her 'Collingtree Cake' and the gorgeous lilies sent by her family. Staff and residents sang to Margaret and enjoyed an afternoon of games, cake and laughter. We hope you had the happiest of birthdays Margaret.
Nail Pampering
Manicure Morning for our ladies on Bluebell walk! June said "You're such a good girl for doing our nails every week - I shall have to start writing you a wage slip!". No need June, this is part of our weekly pampering activities, and we love to make sure everyone looks and feels their best.
Costa Coffee for Macmillan Winner
Our Macmillan Coffee Morning winner, Pam, enjoyed her trip to Costa Coffee, Northampton this morning! Pam loves soy cappuccinos, and thoroughly enjoyed her chocolate sprinkles too. When I asked if Pam had enjoyed her coffee, she said "It might be the best, but it's definitely the biggest!".
We also enjoyed browsing the store, and picked up a little something for Pam's husband Roy, who has been a little under the weather recently. As you can see, he was very pleased when we returned with a big bar of chocolate just for him. Congratulations on winning our Macmillan prize Pam, we hope Roy shares his chocolate with you!
Dreaming of a Takeaway
It's the little things! Robert mentioned a few weeks ago, that despite the food here being lovely, he really misses fast food. With that in mind, Skye took his order and whizzed down to KFC to get him his 'Boneless Banquet' and fizzy pop!
Robert said "It was very sweet of you to do that, the food is good but the company is better". So happy to see you smile and enjoy your takeaway Robert.
Upcoming events
Key Workers - Take a Break!
If you are part of the emergency services or a community healthcare professional in need of a break, drop in at any time complimentary refreshments and a warm welcome await you.
Dementia Friendly Cafe
On the 1st Wednesday of each month we hold a complimentary cafe for those living with dementia or caring for a loved one. Call 01604 763 623 to reserve your place.
