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
Quiz Brings Memories
Yesterday's cake quiz went down very well on Daisy Lane - as well as soaring through the quiz, we also discussed our favourite cakes and birthday memories. All followed by tea and cakes in the afternoon - what a treat!
Daisy Lane Pamper Day
Our lovely ladies have been treated to a pamper morning, with aromatherapy, manicures and hair styling. Pam said "You always make my nails look so nice, it's lovely to have a treat like this". Our hairdresser Bev is also here today taking appointments to make our residents feel extra special.
Rock 'n' Roll with Joe
Last Friday we had the pleasure of being joined by Joe Sterling, for a rock 'n' roll and musical set!
Our residents enjoyed singing along to classics by Buddy Holly, Cliff Richard and Elvis Presley, as well as enjoying musical numbers from Oklahoma, My Fair Lady and many more.
The residents thoroughly enjoyed their afternoon!
Happy Birthday 'Isobel'
Happy birthday to Isobel, who turns 95 today! Isobel was delighted with her chocolate truffles and cakes, which she insists staff and other residents share with her. It wouldn't be a birthday without a #BarchesterCake!
Isobel said "I wasn't expecting this at all, it is so very kind of you to make me a cake, it is so beautiful, thank you". Thank you to our chef Tamara and everyone in the kitchen for making birthdays here so special.
Armed Forces Day Afternon Tea
What a wonderful afternoon we had celebrating Armed Forces Day here at Collingtree Park.
Residents enjoyed reminiscing using our replica ration books, newspapers from 1914 and memorable posters from the war.
Our residents shared memories of collecting the weekly rations, ticking their books and having the tricky decision of which jam to pick. Joan told me "it's nothing like today, where you can have whatever you want, whenever you want it!".
Meanwhile, Mavis shared her memories of her dad, and the joy of being given a torch one day, so that she was able to play outside again after bombs had destroyed street lights.
Our residents enjoyed 1940's hits, a selection of treats and good company to round off the afternoon too.
Intergenerational Fun
We've had a lovely morning with Collingtree Day Nursery joining us for bubble blowing, strawberry counting and lots of singing on Bluebell walk today.
Doreen said "They (the children) are so beautiful and sweet, it reminds me of being young again - because I looked like that once!".
Our residents had a lovely time singing along and clapping to "Happy and You Know it" and "Incy Wincy Spider" too!
Thank you for joining us, we can't wait to see you all soon.
Upcoming events
Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em - Virtual Event
The Barn Theatre in the Cotswolds is streaming its stage adaptation of this beloved sitcom straight in to our lounge, for us to enjoy from the comfort of our armchairs.
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!
Barchester's Big Quiz - Live Virtual Event
Calling all quizzers!
Join us for an exciting quiz to test your general knowledge and see who is the biggest brainbox of them all!
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.
