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
Dementia Champions
Continued staff development is so important to the team at Collingtree Park.
This week; Skye, Broadwell, Paula and Rowena completed their Dementia Awareness Training and are now recognised 'Dementia Champions' Well done team we're proud of you!
You too have the opportunity to join the fantastic team here at Collingtree Park in Northampton. We’re currently recruiting for a number of roles. Please follow the link to find out more and apply today. https://jobs.barchester.com/job-search/?JobTitle=&City=NN4+0XN
Happy St Patrick's Day
Happy St. Patricks' Day from everyone at Collingtree Park. Residents enjoyed a tipple of Irish cream or traditional stout, with typical Irish snacks such as 'Tayto' crisps and 'Jam Mallows'. We had a real 'craic' together throughout the day, with a good old fashioned song and dance and rounded off with a themed game of bingo and carpet bowls. Chef Jenny presented beautiful boxed cupcakes to wish everyone the luck of the Irish!
Mad Hatters Tea Party
Yesterday our residents were treated to a 'Mad Hatters Tea Party' for #NutritionAndHydrationWeek A healthy and delicious spread as well as decorations set our by our fabulous care team, all complete with a visit from the white rabbit!
Creating with Clay
Today our Daisy Lane community enjoyed a sensory activity using modeling clay, exploring different textures, colors and scents. Clay modeling is a therapeutic activity and provides creative stimulation and social interaction for our residents.
Happy Birthday 'John'
Today marks the start of Nutrition and Hydration Week. Here at Collingtree Park, we ensure that all of our residents are hydrated throughout the day as well as enjoy a variety of healthy, balanced meals.
We also ensure that we listen to the needs of residents - like John, who instead of a birthday cake, requested a 'healthier option' for his 88th birthday last week. John said 'The fruit tower was absolutely beautiful, me and my girls couldn't believe it. There was plenty to share with everyone else too".
Happy Birthday 'Derek'
Resident; Derek celebrated his 80th birthday this week and was so pleased with the cake, cards and singing! He's such a happy chap, alway's ready for a chat over a cup of tea and slice of cake.
Happy birthday Dere from your Collingtree Park family.
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.
