Activities at Kings Park Care Home
Activities are an integral part of life at our care home. We want to ensure that the people we support have as much fun as possible during their time with us, so it’s important that our activities programme is created with the interests of residents in mind. Our skilled Activities Coordinators bring a certain uniqueness to the home that can’t be found anywhere else, and which is reflected in the activities they organise.
Angela Cawsey
Hello, I am Angela the Activities Lead.
I am delighted to be part of the team at Kings Park after a transferring from a sister home in Salisbury, following my relocation to this area.
With experience in this role, my passion is bringing joy to our residents, whether on a one-to-one basis or in groups. I love getting to know each resident and incorporating their interests into engaging, meaningful activities and events that nurture the mind, body and spirit to enhance their well-being and life enrichment at our home. Making people smile is what I do best!
During lockdown, I ran daily Zoom sessions for well-being, including bingo and quizzes. When my children were young I volunteered as a helper at Boys Brigade and St John's Ambulance which was very rewarding. I love being a Grandma, music, crafts, the outdoors and animals - I have just started a new hobby of wild swimming with friends.
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 Kings Park Care Home
Mischief Managed!
Our gorgeous babies & toddlers were back in action this week, spreading a little mischief, much to our delight...
Residents love to hear the children laugh and giggle at our weekly Kings Kids sessions and today was certainly no exception to this rule.
Pictured is resident, Eileen, enjoying a cuddle with a little one, whilst another little visitor was spotted playing a cheeky game of peek-a-boo behind the curtains!
Our baby & toddler group happens every Thursday morning from 10.30am - 12pm and there's no need to book, simply pop along and see what we're all about.
The session is completely FREE of charge and everyone is welcome to come along.
Happy Birthday Elvis - The King of Rock n' Roll!
Here at Kings Park residents recently celebrated the birth of one of the most popular icons of rock n' roll...
With his birthday on 8th January, Elvis Presley would have celebrated his 89th birthday if he had still been with us, so we felt it only right and proper that we acknowledge this very special day in history.
BORN ELVIS AARON PRESLEY in Tupelo, Mississippi.
One of the most famous individuals of his time, Elvis certainly left his mark on the world of music, with many, many very popular songs songs to his name - Beloved by generations old and new.
To mark this special day, residents reminisced over some wonderful images of 'The King', as well as enjoying a very special Elvis edition of musical bingo, involving lots of singing & dancing by all who joined in.
Elvis was taken from us all far too early, at the tender age of 42 years, but his music will live on forever!
Barchester's BIG Quiz 2024!
Residents and staff all gathered in the lounge recently for the most epic event of the year...
BARCHESTER'S BIG QUIZ!
Residents came together united with one common goal - to beat the competition!
Linking in for this live event, were over 250 other Barchester homes & hospitals, who all pitted against one another to come out on top as the overall team champions.
We did really well and managed to get 28 out of 30 correct answers, which have now been submitted.
Now we all wait with baited breath as we learn how we did overall.
Having enjoyed this event so much, we will be planning our own quiz night very shortly for friends and families to come along and join in with - As soon as we have a date we will let you all know!
WELL DONE TEAM KINGS PARK! What a wonderful afternoon we have had.
Fraser Plays Guitar
We recently welcomed the fabulous Fraser to Kings Park recently...
Fraser was eagerly met by all the home's residents up in our Memory Lane lounge, where he played the most wonderful guitar, causing a lot of singing and dancing in the process!
What a wonderful way to to while away an afternoon - Thank you, Fraser and we hope to see you again very soon!
Kings Park Celebrates 2024!
The Scottish may do Hogmanay, but they ain't got nothing on us...
Everyone gathered in our foyer recently, as we rang in the new year (albeit, slightly early, as we counted down to midday instead), as we held our now annual new year celebration, full of music, dancing, laughter and LOTS of fun!
The residents were in a joyous mood as they welcomed in 2024.
What did you do for new year?
Here at Kings Park, we truly 'Celebrated Life' (our Barchester Healthcare motto)
Whatever you got up to, we hope it was as good as ours was!
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
NEW YEAR WISHES
As 2023 comes to an end,
From our home to yours, we wish to send,
Health & prosperity for the year to come,
Here's hoping it's filled with giggles and fun,
Go make some memories to last you a while,
And do this with loved ones who make you smile.
Hold close all those folks that you value the most,
A new year to come as we clink glasses and toast.
May this new year be full of joy and laughter,
Blessings to you and yours ever after.
We open the door to a new year beyond,
And spend this time with those who you're fond.
May 2024 shine and be bright,
And may it be the year that your dreams all take flight!
HAPPY NEW YEAR from all at Kings Park!
Upcoming events
The Jurassic Coast by Boat - Illustrative Talk by Steve Belasco 1st May 10.30am
Join Steve, former frontline photographer, turned marine photographer and sailor, for a stunning photographic cruise along England’s only natural World Heritage Site.
VE DAY 80TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION ~ 8th MAY 4pm
Join us for a traditional street party! Enjoy live entertainment from Amanda Parsons, a delicious buffet and raffle draw. Booking required by 1st May ~ £5 per person
Dementia Awareness Talk ~ 22nd May 11am-12pm
Join Leon Smith, for an engaging talk on living well with dementia. Explore the value of life history, the seven domains of well-being, advice on reducing distress. Q&A
Lester Aldridge Legal Clinic - 4th Friday Bi-Monthly 2-4pm
Meet Olivia Singer at her monthly drop-in session, for a non-obligation, free conversation on Tax, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Wills & Probate and more! May/July/Sept
Community Café ~ 1st Thursday of Every Month 10.30am-12pm
Join us for a morning of conversation with delicious refreshments included. There is always a warm welcome to all, this is a free event.
Don't Dine Alone - Every Friday 12.30pm - 2pm
Call our friendly team for further information 01202 863630 - Booking required
The Creative Happiness Club with Eleanor Green
Every Monday* 2pm-4pm (*Excl the 2nd Mon of the month) A welcoming social group where you can enjoy all things creative, games, puzzles and more everyone is welcome!
