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
Intergenerational Activities
Collingtree Day Nursery joined us this morning for story telling, singing and even practicing to be vets!
Our memory lane residents love having the children join us for reading group, and even made them a card to take back to the nursery with them, as well as some chocolate coins to celebrate the Coronation.
As you can see from the pictures, I think we wore them out!
Celebrating Success, Hard work and Dedication
Please join us in congratulating the latest 3 members of staff to receive ‘Employee of the Month’ at Collingtree Park care home. Each member of staff has been nominated by residents, colleagues and friends of the home.
February 2023 - Marina Stylianou, Senior Carer for always being so friendly and very kind to our residents, she’s always happy and willing to help.
March 2023 - Elizabeth Denkyi, Senior Carer (Nights) for continually going above and beyond with a smile! She provides support across the communities as and when required.
April 2023 - Kelly McBride, Home Administrator for excelling in her role, since joining she worked hard to quickly receive all the official Barchester training, and has effectively organised the whole administrative processes within the home.
We hope they all enjoy the flowers, gift voucher and recognition as it is so well deserved. The Collingtree Parkway family are pleased to have you all as part of the team.
You too have the opportunity to join the fantastic team here at Collingtree Park care home in Northampton. We’re currently recruiting for a number of roles. Please follow the link to find out more and apply today.
https://jobs.barchester.com/job-search/?JobTitle=&City=NN4+0XN
Winning at Bowls
Our carpet bowls winners for this week! Avis, Jean, Mavis and Mary all enjoyed a game of bowls followed by tea, cake and a discussion about what the royal family means to them.
Jean's Jolly Happy Hair
"I look like a film star, don't I?"
You certainly do Jean!
Thank you to Bev, for coming in every week to make our ladies and gents feel a million dollars!
Coronation Weekend Preparations
We're getting into the Coronation spirit!
It's been all hands on deck for decorating our care home this week - thank you to Kelly, Helena, Yvette, Skye and Andy for making sure we are Coronation ready this weekend.
Monthly Church Service
Thank you to John and Denise for hosting our monthly church service on Bluebell Lounge with our residents. At Collingtree Park, we encourage our residents to stay connected to their spirituality and religion, and our residents really appreciate these monthly services.
Pam said "Being a part of this group is so important, because I love God and know that he is important to everyone in this room too".
We look forward to seeing you both again next month
Upcoming events
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.
Open Day - All Welcome!
Join us for our next Open Day event on Saturday 20th April, 2024. Call now to book your show round and meet our manager and wonderful residents.
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.