Activities at Claremont Parkway Care Home

We're delighted to introduce our new foot spa sessions at Claremont Parkway, where resident wellness is always our top priority. Our journey began when General Manager Jo and Activities Assistant Trisha transformed our garden lounge into a serene sanctuary. Complete with soothing music, gentle candlelight, and calming essential oils, this peaceful corner offers our residents a truly therapeutic experience.

Our residents can now enjoy warm, bubbling foot spas combined with gentle massage – a perfect combination that helps improve circulation while providing deep relaxation. This treatment is particularly beneficial for those with diabetes, and it's a wonderful way to practice self-care and support overall wellness.

The smiles say it all! Residents Mari and Phyllis were among the first to enjoy these pampering sessions. Phyllis delightfully shared that her feet 'felt like they were dancing the whole day long!'

Following this wonderful response, Jo and our activities team are excited to announce regular spa days, featuring both foot spas and hand massages. These therapeutic sessions aren't just about relaxation – they're about creating moments of mindfulness that reduce stress and enhance mental wellbeing.

Your loved ones deserve this touch of luxury, and we're here to provide it!  

On Thursday afternoon the residents of Claremont Parkway were entertained by the fabulous Reggae Ray, the rhythmic beats and uplifting lyrics of reggae music create a lively, relaxed atmosphere that can lift the spirits of each resident sparking smiles and encouraging movement. Music has the power to evoke positive memories and emotions.

This type of interactive performance promotes mental and emotional well-being, reducing stress and encouraging social interaction amongst residents and offers a refreshing break from routine leaving us feeling valued, engaged, and revitalized.
Both the residents and staff had a fabulous afternoon and expressed how great Reggae Ray was as a singer as well as being kind and considerate to all and were looking forward to him returning to Claremont later in the year with more great songs by Buddy Holly, Bob Marley and many more.

After breakfast our residents love to make the most of the sunshine and bright blue skies, even though its January and Jack Frost had been about!

Encouraging residents to venture outside during winter to observe early signs of Spring offers numerous benefits for their well-being. As the seasons begin to shift, noticing small changes like budding trees and emerging flowers, or the return of birds can foster a sense of hope and renewal. 

These simple yet uplifting moments remind them that warmer days are ahead, boosting their mood and reducing feelings of isolation or seasonal depression. The fresh air promotes better physical health and engaging with nature helps stimulate the mind. Una, Mollie, Beth and Ashley expressed how lovely it was to get out in the fresh air and that it made a nice change from being indoors and were looking forward to going out again.

Following the heartwarming success of our first intergenerational playgroup at Claremont Parkway care home, we're delighted to invite more local parents and their little ones to join us next month.

The introductory session, held on January 8th, created magical moments as babies and residents came together for music, games, and activities in our welcoming residential lounge. Our dedicated team, led by Activities Coordinator Karen Whitney, ensured a warm and nurturing environment where connections flourished across generations.

"Watching the residents' faces light up when the babies arrived was priceless," says General Manager Joanna Mosses. 

"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 bring joy to our residents."

One delighted mother shared: “The new parent and baby group was amazing. Karen worked really hard to make sure that there was something for all the babies to do and the mums were comfortable (only mums attended this week) she ensured service user engagement which they really seemed to enjoy. Even taking some of the babies to the rooms of residents that were not mobile. A great group and I will definitely bring my baby again. Well done Karen and the team!” [Extract from 5* Google Review]

We're bursting with pride to announce a truly special recognition at Claremont Parkway. In an extraordinary celebration of teamwork and dedication, Regional Director Mary-Jane Jekiel has awarded 'Employee of the Month' to every single staff member – recognising how our entire team has worked together hand-in-hand to create a warm, safe, and joyful environment for our residents and visitors.
The exceptional commitment shown by each member of our Claremont family demonstrates what can be achieved when everyone pulls together. To mark this wonderful achievement, every team member received a Lucky-Dip Lottery ticket as a token of our heartfelt appreciation.

"The magic of Claremont Parkway comes from every single person who works here," said Joanna Mosses, General Manager. "This collective 'Employee of the Month' award celebrates the wonderful way our team supports not just our residents, but each other. Together, we've created something truly special – a place where care, compassion, and joy shine through in everything we do. I couldn't be more proud of our Claremont family."

Here at Claremont Parkway we had a fantastic Christmas Day, with family visits followed by a beautiful festive lunch with turkey, roast potatoes, pigs in blankets, puddings and cakes.  

In the morning we welcomed Father Christmas and his elves from the North Pole, who brought gifts to all our residents - everyone was busy opening their presents and getting ready before the festive feast, prepared by our talented chef and kitchen team.

After lunch, we tuned in to watch and listen to the King's speech. Our day was filled with joy, smiles, music and laughter.
We would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas!