Activities at Chacombe Park Care Home

Residents, friends, family & staff were able to join together to celebrate the end of the summer with a garden BBQ. Everyone enjoyed the tasty burgers and hot dogs and the last of the summer sun for 2024! We are so blessed with our grounds here at Chacombe Park and in the summer we are especially grateful for the beautiful views from the garden. Barbara said “I love being outside with my friends, enjoying the sunshine whilst it lasts” 

Our residents soaked up the atmosphere and sun, with a drink in hand, chatting and reminiscing on summers well spent. 

We look forward to holding our annual end of summer party again next summer, but for now we will be looking forward to the next event!

At Chacombe Park we know that intergenerational activity is hugely beneficial to all involved as it encourages communication and social skills. Intergenerational contact also helps to develop language and reading confidence through shared activities, as well as increasing confidence and self-esteem. Lastly it helps children to develop empathy, care, and kindness, helping them to understand and talk more positively about ageing and older people.

This sort of activity is made possible through our close links with local schools, colleges and nurseries. Intergenerational activities are a cornerstone of our life enrichment program. This week it was Chacombe School visiting and we made the most of the good weather to have fun in the sun. 

Last week, we honoured our amazing carers with a party! Joined by all the staff, we celebrated carers week. We had a wonderful cake prepared by our Chef. The Home Manager greeted the carers with a box of chocolates, a small plant and a lovely thank you card.

Our carers had a fabulous afternoon, and we felt it was the least we could do to celebrate their hard work and dedication. Thank you, for everything you do!

AG magicians entertained Chacombe Park residents with interactive magic which they loved. Local sister home, Glebefields residents also joined and were delighted to be part of it. As you can see, there was fun and laughter all around.

On D-Day, Chacombe School students, residents family and staff joined Chacombe Park Care Home to plant a tree to remember the lives that were lost on D-Day. To commemorate the 80th anniversary, students sang, shared a beloved story and Janet (one of our residents) played piano beautifully and sang a hymn. The youngest child from the local school and Chacombe’s oldest resident planted an oak tree in remembrance.

We enjoyed a trip to Cotefield Nurseries Garden Centre last week. We had a look around at all the colourful plants in the sunshine and Meg told us all about her love for geraniums. We reminisced about our own gardens and what we enjoyed planting in them.

We also enjoyed a spot of tea and a slice of cake - and some surprise visitors! When I mentioned to Angela’s family that we would be taking her to their local garden centre, they were more than happy to join us there. It was so lovely to be able to support them in a family trip that took place in their local community. We are always happy to welcome family!