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.
Martin Tilly-Reed
Hello, my name is Martin, I'm the activities coordinator here at Collingtree Park
My role is to ensure that our activities, outings and the entertainment we provide is stimulating and inclusive of all our residents no matter their challenges. It is important to me that our weekly calendar offers enriching experiences with music from live entertainers, visits to various locations outside the home, as well as arts and crafts tailored to individual abilities.
Getting to know our residents better is so important, and through regular family and friends’ meetings we can gain a greater understanding of their loved ones' interests and life prior to joining Collingtree Park that will make for a richer activities program to be developed.
I look forward to getting to know you, and your loved ones.
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 the activities team 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
Alpaca Kisses and Cuddles for Comic Relief!
Collingtree Park care home, in Northampton, was full of animal mischief on Friday 15th March when a group of alpacas came to visit the home and add more fun to Comic Relief Day! Residents at Collingtree Park were pleasantly surprised to see their furry friends proudly wearing red bow ties in support of red nose day as they roamed around the gardens.
General Manager Nikki Allen said: “Our residents love having fun and the gorgeous Alpaca from Easton Way Farm made the day even more special. We knew that having the farm here would be a bit of fun for our residents, it was kisses and cuddles all round our residents fed these beautiful animals. Their therapeutic benefits shone brightly on our residents faces.”
Resident Pam and her visiting son enjoyed taking one for a walk around the garden, and resident Robert got ‘up close and personal’ when one of the alpaca’s gave him a tender kiss on the lips! Resident Margaret said "When I moved here I didn't expect to see Alpacas here too!"
Pam's Birthday on Mothering Sunday
We had a wonderful day celebrating Mother's Day and Pam's birthday. Complete with afternoon tea, a freshly baked birthday cake. The table was surrounded by smiling happy faces! Pam said "You can't keep anything a secret - I don't know how everyone knew it was my birthday, but they really made it a special day".
We're so glad you enjoyed your birthday Pam!
Sowing Sunflower Seeds
Gardening club is up and running!
We enjoyed planting sunflower seeds and discussing what else we can grown in the Collingtree Park gardens raised beds. If you have green fingers and would like to support our gardening club, please call the activities team on 01604 763 623 to find out more.
Celebrating All The Amazing Women
Today is International Women's Day 2024. It’s our opportunity to recognise and celebrate the achievements of women.
Our lovely residents enjoyed sharing stories about the women who have inspired them, including women in history and women within their own families - and even themselves!
When we inspire others to understand and value women’s inclusion, we forge a better world. When women themselves are inspired to be included, there’s a sense of belonging, relevance and empowerment.
March Dementia Cafe - Pie Week!
This month our Dementia Cafe celebrated British Pie week; with residents and volunteers coming together to make our own lemon meringue pie! As well as making the pies, we spent time sharing our own baking stories, reminiscing about the good old days and as Pam said, "making everything from scraps and scratch!".
Our dementia cafe is hosted on the first Wednesday of every month, and we welcome you to join us for tea and cake and to gain an insight of the care and support we provide to those living with dementia.
Happy birthday Joyful Joan!
On her birthday, Joan enjoyed a visit from her family, staff and fellow resident and home neighbour Nannette. Chef Jennifer baked and decorated Joan’s scrumptious cream sponge cake decorated with fresh fruit and chocolate chards.
We all enjoyed a good old sing-a-long to Happy Birthday and sharing a piece of cake with our afternoon tea.
Upcoming events
Christmas Fayre
Come along and enjoy a range of stalls and festive fun with our residents and staff as we celebrate all things Christmas on our Open Day. 10am - 4pm.
November Open Day - All Welcome
We warmly welcome you to join us for our homes open day event on Saturday 30th November in conjunction with our Christmas Fayre!
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.
Community Church Service
Join our Monthly Church Service on the first Wednesday of each month at 10.30am courtesy of Vicar James from Church of St Columba, Collingtree, Northampton.
