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.
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
Weekly Exercise with Anya
'Pinch punch the first day of the month' What a fabulous start to July we've had with Anya from Gfitness This week, our residents were working on their muscle strength, practising with punches, beanbag throws and more!
Nanette said "It's great to do this every week, it gets us up and moving and makes sure we're fit and ready for the week ahead."
Strawberries and Cream
The start of Wimbledon means one thing at Collingtree Park, strawberries and cream!
We couldn't resist putting them on top of some freshly baked scones. Chef Tamara took the scones to our residents fresh out of the oven, and everyone was very impressed! Joan said "What a treat to enjoy strawberries and cream - thank you chef!".
Employee of the Month for June 2024
Please join us in congratulating Carer; Vikki Francis on receiving ‘Employee of the Month’ for June 2024. Vikki was nominated by our residents, her colleagues and residents’ relatives because of her willingness to support all departments and her eagerness to make our residents happy by joining in with activities. Vikki is always on hand to provide additional support.
Vikki was presented with her certificate, beautiful boxed bouquet and a £25 voucher as a special 'thank you' for her continued hard work and dedication to all at Collingtree Park. Everyone here sends you massive thanks.
Andy Salter Pianist
Thank you for a wonderful afternoon of music Andy - as you can see our residents and staff really enjoyed it. We look forward to having you again in July.
Collingtree at Community Fete
We had tremendous fun at the Collingtree Parish Village fete on Saturday 22nd June as we hosted our Barchester 'Books and Bakes' stall. Donated by our lovely residents and super care team we met lots of the local community as they browsed our free books and tasted our chef's delicious home made cookies and cupcakes.
The Tennis club field was full of villagers of all ages, there were so many things to do and we even met Mayor Cllr Paul Joyce and Mayoress Mylissa Joyce who have agreed to visit our residents at our August Dementia cafe.
Enjoying the Garden and Sun
With the beautiful summer weather, our residents and colleagues took to our gardens for some fun in the sun! The residents enjoyed snacks and refreshments as they took part in a variety of garden themed activities; talking about the tall trees and different animals that live in them, the fruit and vegetables they used to grow and planting some of their own to make our garden even more beautiful in time for summer.
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.
