Activities at Kings Park Care Home
Activities are an integral part of life at our care home. We want to ensure that the people we support have as much fun as possible during their time with us, so it’s important that our activities programme is created with the interests of residents in mind. Our skilled Activities Coordinators bring a certain uniqueness to the home that can’t be found anywhere else, and which is reflected in the activities they organise.
Angela Cawsey
Hello, I am Angela the Activities Lead.
I am delighted to be part of the team at Kings Park after a transferring from a sister home in Salisbury, following my relocation to this area.
With experience in this role, my passion is bringing joy to our residents, whether on a one-to-one basis or in groups. I love getting to know each resident and incorporating their interests into engaging, meaningful activities and events that nurture the mind, body and spirit to enhance their well-being and life enrichment at our home. Making people smile is what I do best!
During lockdown, I ran daily Zoom sessions for well-being, including bingo and quizzes. When my children were young I volunteered as a helper at Boys Brigade and St John's Ambulance which was very rewarding. I love being a Grandma, music, crafts, the outdoors and animals - I have just started a new hobby of wild swimming with friends.
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 Kings Park Care Home
They did it – out of their comfort zone and into the sky!
Our very own Stephanie Read and Jane Shanahan took the plunge from 15,000ft, with a one-minute freefall at over 120mph, all in support of Lewis-Manning Hospice Care and as part of their Skydive25 challenge!
They were part of a team of ten brave fundraisers who leapt for this amazing cause, taking in stunning views of Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral, even to the Isle of Wight. (Bright shoes were a must so family and friends could spot them from the ground! )
They’ve raised £1,420 so far, contributing to a brilliant £6,754 so far - helping Lewis Manning continue offering free care and services to people with life limiting illnesses. They need to raise £3.8 million every year, so every penny counts.
A huge thank you to everyone who's donated and cheered them on, including those supporting on the day!
Would they do it again? “Absolutely!”
There is still time to show support and donate at: https://www.justgiving.com/.../barchester-kingspark-jane...
Special mention to Angela Caswey who was unable to complete the challenge this time, but is planning on this soon!
Celebrating Father's Day - Pop up Pub
We celebrated Father's Day with a pop-up pub event! On Sunday, June 15, we treated residents and their families to a special lunch, before transforming part of the home into 'The Kings Park Arms'.
Residents and relatives enjoyed a selection of drinks including Guinness and cider, along with traditional bar snacks. There was also a snooker competition and darts match. One relative said the 'snooker table made Bert's day'
Happy Anniversary!
We had a very special day for a very special couple — Richard and Pat celebrated 39 wonderful years of marriage together!
Richard wanted to surprise Pat with a gift before her arrival, so we took a lovely walk into Ferndown where he picked out some beautiful flowers just for her.
They enjoyed a celebratory afternoon tea lovingly prepared by our brilliant hospitality team — we hope you both had the most wonderful day with us.
Happy Father’s Day from all of us at Kings Park Care Home
Today we’re celebrating the wonderful fathers, grandfathers and father figures in our home with a special Father’s Day lunch, followed by drinks, snacks and pub games at our very own pop up Kings Park Arms.
We’re also thinking of those who are no longer with us but always remembered with love.
Wishing all fathers, sons, daughters and families a lovely day together celebrating the special men in their lives. Here’s to an extra special day!
Another wonderful visit from Umber!
A few more wonderful moments captured from Umber', visiting our residents. She likes to go into all the rooms and enjoys the attention, including the odd biscuit!
Fresh air, smiles and great company.
Our lovely resident Richard loves to keep active and enjoys walking, he and our manager, Jenna, headed out for a stroll in the Ferndown community today and we just had to share this photo.
Upcoming events
Professionals' Breakfast ~ 2nd July 7.30am-9.30am
A chance to meet local professionals in the Ferndown and surrounding area, network with like minded people over a delicious breakfast selection. Free event ~ Booking required.
Home Safety Talk - Community Café Special
Join us 3rd July for our relaxed Community Café to make new friends from 10.30am-12pm, plus we will be joined at 11am for a Home Safety Talk from a member of Ferndown Fire Brigade
Lester Aldridge Legal Clinic - 4th Friday Bi-Monthly 2-4pm
Meet Olivia Singer at her monthly drop-in session, for a non-obligation, free conversation on Tax, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Wills & Probate and more! May/July/Sept
Community Café ~ 1st Thursday of Every Month 10.30am-12pm
Join us for a morning of conversation with delicious refreshments included. There is always a warm welcome to all, this is a free event.
Don't Dine Alone - Every Friday 12.30pm - 2pm
Call our friendly team for further information 01202 863630 - Booking required
The Creative Happiness Club with Eleanor Green
Every Monday* 2pm-4pm (*Excl the 2nd Mon of the month) A welcoming social group where you can enjoy all things creative, games, puzzles and more everyone is welcome!
