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
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".
Daisy Lane Poppy Display
To celebrate Armistice Day, our Daisy Lane residents created this beautiful selection of poppies for our notice board.
Activities coordinator, Skye, took photos of the residents hands, as they shared their memories of the war, and their family members who fought for our freedom.
Each resident had their own memories to share, but it was a poignant discussion for everyone involved.
Happiest of birthdays to Avis!
Today Avis celebrated her 94th birthday! She said, (through happy tears!) 'I never expected anything like this! What a wonderful day I've had, thank you". Avis helped to slice her cake up to share with other residents over their afternoon tea too, how lovely!
Bonefire Night Sparkles
Celebrating bonfire night with sparklers and smiles! This evening, we enjoyed reliving our childhood with sparklers in the garden, followed by a warm cup of tea and a virtual firework display. Joan said "It's been lovely to spend the evening with everyone in the garden, even better to have a cup of tea!".
Craft Club on Bluebell Walk
In preparation for Bonfire Night, the residents on Bluebell walk were busy this morning creating their own 'Guys'! We had a laugh choosing names; Joany Depp, Lucille, Arabella and Del Boy amongst a few.
Joan said "Celebrating bonfire night is so different nowadays, but it's a good way to share the story of Bonfire night and have a good laugh".
Jean and Jay joined us later on for the discussion and both said how funny the guys were - we think they're too pretty to burn! What do you think?
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.
