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.
Lucia Pivetta
Hello, my name is Lucia and I'm one of the Activities Coordinators here at Collingtree Park care home. My role is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing stimulating and person-centred activities. We offer something for everyone, including arts and crafts, games and live entertainment including visits to places of interest in the local area. I love to provide one-to-one time and sensory activities with residents who need a little more support.
Getting to know our residents better is so important, and through regular meetings with family and friends I can gain a greater understanding of their loved ones' interests and life prior to joining the Collingtree Park community.
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.
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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
Golf Club Christmas Fayre
What a fabulously festive morning we had on Saturday, as Nanette, Pam and I headed out for the Christmas Fayre at Collingtree Park Golf Club, raising funds for Cynthia Spencer Hospice.
As well as getting some Christmas shopping, Pam and Nanette enjoyed a variety of festive fundraising activities, as well as Christmas cake. A special thank you to local councillor, Sharon, for the invite and for all of your help on the day - we hope you raised lots of money for such an amazing cause.
High Tea at the Marriott
On Friday, our lovely residents were invited for afternoon high tea at Delta Hotels by Marriott Northampton. Joan, Betty, Jean and Mary enjoyed a selection of cakes and sandwiches prepared especially by chef Tomas. Tomas came and introduced himself and shared some of his favourite recipes from his home country, Mexico.
Joan enjoyed sharing her stories of being a speech therapist with maintenance support Jack, whilst Betty and Mary reminisced about the history of Northampton with housekeeping assistant Angie.
Jean enjoyed telling us about her family life, and her love of music (particularly the piano) while we all enjoyed the fabulous cakes. On the way home, Betty said "What a Friday to remember, we have been spoilt, thank you Marriott!".
We look forward to joining you again! Thank you all.
Poppy Day Crafts
A poppy themed crafts club on Bluebell Walk. This morning our ladies enjoyed reminiscing about Armistice day as well as creating a poppy field scene for their rooms.
Jean and Pam, laughing away said "we aren't usually crafty but we have had so much fun this morning, thank you!".
Happiest of birthdays to Virginia
Virginia enjoyed chair yoga with her friends in the morning, followed by singing and celebrations on her birthday. When presented with her cake, Virginia said "thank you for such a beautiful cake, it's wonderful". Her husband James loved to see Virginia in the lounge on her birthday and was even happier to share a slice of cake. Happy birthday Virginia, we're so glad you enjoyed your day!
Little Jessy bring Joy
Daisy Lane love their visits from carer Widya's daughter; Jesslyn. Residents were kept on their toes by Jessy - playing skittles, target practice, and even being shown some dance moves too!
Jean showed Jesslyn how to play the piano, whilst everyone else enjoyed kisses and cuddles from the cutie. We look forward to seeing you again soon Jessy.
Glitzy Performance
We love Lesley Ann Vocalist Entertainer and her fabulous daughter Katie Rose joining us for a song and dance at Collingtree Park. We had everyone singing and dancing as we enjoyed songs our residents know and love.
Robert - who knew every line to every song - cried 'happy tears' and said "it's just wonderful to see everyone singing along to these songs, it brings back so many happy memories, thank you for encouraging me to come along today".
Upcoming events
Macmillan Coffee Morning
We are inviting friends, families and members of the local community to join our residents and staff for a Coffee morning in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support.
Wear It Pink Day - All Welcome
Join us 'Wear it Pink' on 18th October as we raise funds for Breast Cancer Awareness. They'll be plenty of pink cakes and buns on offer - All Welcome!
Newsletter Summer Edition 2
Please take at look at our latest news from in and around Collingtree Park care home.
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.
