Activities at Chacombe Park 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.
We understand that the people we support have passions and interests that could be difficult to pursue after moving into a care home – but that doesn’t mean we don’t encourage them to try! Some hobbies can define a person, so our Activities Coordinators are dedicated to ensuring that everyone we support is able to do what makes them happy to the best of their abilities. Social events are organised with individual tastes in mind and with the idea that residents have the opportunity to try new and exciting things.
Morgan Dowie
Hi, my name is Morgan and I joined the Chacombe Park life enrichment team in January 2025. I love getting to know our residents, and I'm extremely passionate about their continued wellbeing and enjoy providing tailored activities that stimulate happiness, and continued fulfilment.
Prior to joining Chacombe Park, I worked as a Senior Carer, and hold an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care. Outside of work, I’m a wife and mother to our beautiful little girl. Originally from Birmingham our little family has now settled in Banbury. Living life to the full is my motto, and I wish to instil 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 01295 712001 or email me direct on: Chacombe.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 Chacombe Park Care Home
Mama Mia! National Pizza Day
Today at our home we had Pizza club! One of our lovely chefs Stephan came to assist the activites team with helping the residents, explaining to them how to create a lovely tasting pizza topping. The residents enjoyed creating their Pizza which they then had for dinner!
We're Jammin' for Bob Marley
Today was a very exciting day celebrating the life of legendary Jamaican singer, musician and songwriter #BobMarley born on the 6th of February 1945.
The residents and staff members had a wonderful time listening to and watching his past performances and learning about the singer whilst jamming to the music.
There was also some Jamaican spiced rum and Jamaican Ginger cake to indulge in!
Chacombe International Playgroup
What a wonderful morning with the launch of our intergenerational playgroup. It was lovely to meet so many local parents and their little ones.
The introductory session created magical moments as the children and residents came together for music, games and activities in our welcoming community lounge. Our dedicated activities team ensured a warm and nurturing environment where connections flourished across generations.
"Watching the residents' faces light up when the babies arrived was priceless," said Activities Coordinator; Kim. "We understand that parenthood can sometimes feel isolating, which is why we've created this special space where parents can meet, share experiences, and watch their little ones have lots of fun alongside our residents."
One delighted mother said; “Chacombe was really lovely and spacious, I’m definitely spreading the word!”
The Chacombe Playgroup is fully complimentary, please join us for our next session on Wednesday 5th March - All parents, guardians, and carers with babies and small children are welcome to be part of this special community experience.
Play Group Launch Preparations
The residents and staff at Chacombe Park Care Home look forward to welcoming local parents, and their little ones to our first 'Parent, Baby & Toddler Group' next Wednesday 5th February from 10am.
Our activities team have started to set up the homes' Community Hall with a variety of toys and play areas for you all to enjoy. Come and relax in the warmth of our home, make new friends and have some intergenerational fun!
Fitness and Fun at School Choir
Today we welcomed a new member of staff to the Chacombe Park Activities Team; Morgan. We also took a ride in our new minibus to attend the weekly Dementia choir in Brackley. Our residents thoroughly enjoyed singing a variety of songs including one of Barbara favourites 'It's a long way to Tipperary'. The cafe's activities included some senior-friendly armchair exercise that had us all moving and grooving at Winchester House School, Brackley, Northamptonshire!
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Morgan had a good first day and enjoyed interacting and getting to know the residents, and we've no doubt she'll be a real asset to the team and we're all looking forward to getting to know her better.
Birthdays and Blooms
Today at our home we celebrated resident; Pauline's Birthday. Her husband who is also a resident joined in the celebrations with their lovely daughter Vanessa who came in for her mum's special day.
Another resident who enjoys one to one activities whilst in the comfort of her room was suprised to be presented with a lovely flower arrangement made by the Activities Team. She was extremely thankful and told us it had made her day!
Upcoming events
Wine & Cheese - Charity Quiz Night
Get your team together and join us for our fun Charity Quiz evening on Friday 4th April, doors open at 6pm.
Charity Cake & Bake Sale
Join us at Chacombe Park on 8th April. We will be selling delicious cakes and bakes to raise money for Barchester foundation charity!
Meet your Local HSBC Advisors
Do you have a bank related question? Please join us on 10th April to meet your local HSBC Advisors, simply pop in for a coffee, cake and chat.
Community Games Afternoon
We're welcoming our local community, families and friends for a lovely weekly get-together. Please join us every Friday from 3.30pm for fun and games.
Emergency Services - Take a Break!
Come and take a break on us, relax in the warmth of our home, enjoy a slice of cake and a lovely cuppa or cooling juice.
Parent, Baby and Toddler Group
All local parents and their little ones are invited to join us for a morning of fun with our residents on the 1st Wednesday of every month from 10am - 11.30am.
Community Coffee Mornings
Come along and meet new people while enjoying a chat over a hot drink and a selection of sweet treats every Monday and Friday 10am-11am.
