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
Mind, Body and Soul!
Exercise with music is a great hit at Kings Park Care Home. Malcolm and the activities team know how to get the party started!
Bake Off for Cornish Pasty Week!
Our residents enjoyed testing out their baking skills and made Cornish Pasties! They even went shopping to pick up the ingredients. They were able to bake and enjoy their own homemade pasties for their supper.
A job well done, they were delicious!
Blue Light Breakfast at Kings Park, Ferndown!
Every Monday throughout February, we served up breakfasts and hot drinks to go (or eat in) for our wonderful Emergency services, District nurses, Carers in the community, GP's.
It's our way of saying THANK YOU for keeping our community safe and care for.
Here's what we made for the final Monday's collections: Sausage muffins, mix of pastries and lattes!
Move it or lose it with Pippa Thurgood!
What a fantastic session with Pippa, she had us all laughing and moving, which made for a great exercise session. We enjoy our classes, it's the perfect way to stay active and social.
If you, or someone you know would like to join in, you're more than welcome to come and give it a go - we'd love to see you here.
Meet Our Resident Ambassadors - Gerry & Eric!
As long-term residents, they're at the heart of our community - welcoming new residents to provide support and companionship, helping with colleague recruitment and maybe even a guided tour! They ensure everyone has a way to share feedback, offer suggestions and celebrate what we do well at our resident, relative and friends meetings.
We're so lucky to have them in these roles, helping to make Kings Park an even warmer and more inclusive place to live!
Celebrating Independence!
We're so proud of Eric - he's just completed his first solo walk into the community! Encouraging independence and maintaining mobility is so important and it's wonderful to see how his confidence has grown. Well-done Eric - this is a fantastic achievement and there's no stopping you now!
Upcoming events
Advance Care Planning in Care Homes and the Community 25th April 2pm
Join Sarah Jenkins and Jessica Rodari from Pennys Hill Practice for an informative session on Advance Care Planning. Free to attend~Book your place now
The Jurassic Coast by Boat - Illustrative Talk by Steve Belasco 1st May 10.30am
Join Steve, former frontline photographer, turned marine photographer and sailor, for a stunning photographic cruise along England’s only natural World Heritage Site.
VE DAY 80TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION ~ 8th MAY 4pm
Join us for a traditional street party! Enjoy live entertainment from Amanda Parsons, a delicious buffet and raffle draw. Booking required by 1st May ~ £5 per person
Dementia Awareness Talk ~ 22nd May 11am-12pm
Join Leon Smith, for an engaging talk on living well with dementia. Explore the value of life history, the seven domains of well-being, advice on reducing distress. Q&A
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!
