Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home

110 Windingbrook Lane, Collingtree Park, Northampton NN4 0XN
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  • Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home, Northampton
Collingtree Park is a residential care home in Northampton, with convenient access to the M1 for visitors. The home is set in the beautiful surroundings of Collingtree Park Golf Course and has leisure and shopping facilities nearby. The purpose-built home offers easy, modern and comfortable living, and landscaped gardens to the front and rear which are accessible to residents for fine-weather activities and outdoor socialising.

The bright reception area is the perfect spot to enjoy coffee with friends and family, and the beautiful dining room is a great place to savour the menu choices and fine dining experiences prepared by the Head Chef and kitchen team. Take a look at the virtual tour to see more.

Collingtree Park provides residential care and support for a variety of needs relating to ageing and dementia. The highly motivated team focuses on the individual needs of residents, with personal care plans for each resident and a range of activities with something of interest to everyone.

Family and friends are welcome to visit anytime and take part in regular relatives' meetings where all ideas and suggestions are enthusiastically received by the General Manager.

Collingtree Park offers respite care which can be pre-booked up to a year in advance. All rooms are fully furnished, with en-suite facilities, and the lounges and dining areas have doors opening onto the lovely gardens.

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Care Provided by Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • No Medical Intervention
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 79 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Neuropathic
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Rosalyn James (General Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Over 65
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (73)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (28)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2017

Funding & Fees Guide for Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,194

  • This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home Reviews (142)

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Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.279) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home has 142 reviews.

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Review from Robert O (Resident) published on 2 March 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Today we came to Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home luncheon club (invited as previous residents). As always, excellent service and lunch provided by the home for myself and my wife. Lovely food and just the right amount for us.

Reply from Tracey Snook, Administrator at Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home

Thank you for your kind comments. We look forward to welcoming you again to our home soon.


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Review from Jackie J (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 March 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I needed to find a home close to me for my Mum. Visiting eight homes was very distressing and I hated having to make a decision. When I turned up at Collingtree they were wonderful, offered informal but informed information, non-bias and were extremely helpful. Upon Mum's arrival, they were so supportive
and really made a difference to enable her to settle and become very content and happy. Probably as happy as she ever has been. Wonderful.

Reply from Rhiannon Crofts, General Manager at Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home

Thank you for your review, it is a pleasure to be part of your mum's life and she is a wonderful addition to our Collingtree family.


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Review from Maurice B (Husband of Resident) published on 31 January 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Having visited a number of care homes, my first impression when I visited Collingtree Park and met senior staff, carers and other support staff, was that this was the home would be perfect for my wife (later confirmed by other family members).
First impressions were proved to be fully justified. Although
unfortunately, my wife did not live long enough to fully enjoy all that was available. What I can say is that Collingtree Park provides an outstanding quality of care tailored to individual residents needs and I cannot speak too highly as to how they looked after my wife. Inspirational leadership from the top ensures commitment and team spirit that delivers care in a calm and pleasant atmosphere.

Reply from Rhiannon Crofts, General Manager at Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to complete a review of Collingtree Park, it was an absolute pleasure to welcome you both to our home. It was a privilege and an honour to be able to look after your wife and for you both to be part of our home even for a short while. You both will always be in our thoughts.


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Review from Margaret R (Resident) published on 23 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I spent a month at Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home in order to convalesce after a complex hip fracture. This was such a good experience for me. My room overlooked the pretty garden, food was a real treat every day and everyone was so kind, caring and supportive. I was able to invite friends to
join me for meals which was lovely. Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home residents were treated with respect and dignity. There was also a lot of laughter and genuine warmth in the care provided. I am now at home recovering slowly and learning to walk again.

Reply from Tracey Snook, Administrator at Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home

Thank you for your review - was a pleasure to be able to make you comfortable in your convalescence and look forward to you visiting us soon for coffee and cake.


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Review from Ellen G (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 15 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Respite care for 1 month - following broken neck. Enjoyed being able to stay in her room.

Reply from Tracey Snook, Adminstrator at Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home

A privilege to be able to look after your Mother and to be able to meet her choices.


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Review from Denise W (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very welcoming and friendly staff. There was a bouquet of flowers to welcome my mother to their home which she loved, people to set up her television and to put up her pictures on the walls. Staff came and introduced themselves to her and to see if she needed anything. My mother said she felt like a
queen with all the attention she was getting which was a great start to her new life there and every day she gets the same attention which is wonderful. I feel extremely lucky that my mother has such a lovely home to live the rest of her life in.

Reply from Tracey Snook, Administrator at Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home

A privilege to be able to welcome both Mum and yourself to our home, thank you for your kind words.


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Review from M T (Wife of Resident) published on 23 August 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5

I was not happy when I came to collect my husband. He was soaking wet with urine and did not smell very pleasant. He was wearing short pyjama bottoms underneath his trousers- no underpants! His shoes and socks were soaked as well. I know he had got clean underwear as I brought it back with me. I was
also disturbed that he appeared "drugged". He fell asleep as soon as he got into the car and slept most of the afternoon and evening which is most unusual for him.

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Review from Thelma O (Wife of Resident) published on 22 June 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband has been happy in your care home. Very well looked after, and the food has been excellent.

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Review from Francis E (Son of Resident) published on 7 June 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Transition from short term respite care to permanent resident handled with enthusiasm and great cooperation.

Reply from Rhiannon Crofts, General Manager at Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home

We are pleased to welcome you to Collingtree Park as a permamemt resident. We hope you will be very happy here.


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Review from H G (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 2 June 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I was only at Collingtree for a weeks respite but the staff were attentive and very helpful. I had a lovely room which overlooked the garden.

Reply from Tracey Snook, ADMINSTRATOR at Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home

Thank you for your review- we hope you enjoyed your stay at Collingtree Park.


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Review from P H (Wife of Resident) published on 16 May 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

General impression is good. Lovely grounds and staff appeared very pleasant, as my husband was only in for respite I can't comment on any thing else as I was away.

Reply from Tracey Snook, Administrator at Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home

Thank you for your review, we hope your husband enjoyed his stay.


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Review from Doreen (Power of Attorney of Resident) published on 10 May 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

We had responsibility of care of a friend who was admitted to Collingtree in June 2011. he had poor mobility but was of sound mind. She settled into life of "care" and was always very appreciative of the way she was helped and treated. The staff became her "friends". She had no immediate family but
had many friends who were able to visit whenever they wished. She was able to have her own telephone and television in her room. She always said "I'm as happy here as I could be other than in my own home"

Reply from Tracey Snook, Administrator at Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home

Thank you for your feedback - was a privilege to be able to care for your friend.


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Review from I R (Son of Resident) published on 6 May 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father has been living in Collingtree since November 2015, and has throughout his stay been treated with respect, dignity, friendliness and most importantly care. All staff and management take time to get to know their residents and their relatives which makes for professional and knowledgeable experience
for all. The food is of the highest standard with meals cooked on premises daily. Has this home a fault? well Barchester homes do charge at the top end of care home prices so therefore expectation in some areas can be difficult for the staff to meet, overall, I would still pay the costs to have my father an extremely comfortable life in this wonderful environment.

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Review from Carol D (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 April 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent service. Staff very good, rooms are very roomy, en-suite in rooms very good, beds are changed every day. The food is made on the premises, fresh veg and of a good range of different food daily.

Reply from Tracey Snook, Adminsitrator at Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home

Thank you Carol - we will share your review with our team.


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Review from Julia (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 April 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother receives excellent care, the staff are friendly, happy and always have time for us relatives. When mum had problems they worked closely with us to help her and minimise any stress. They provide lots of events and activities for the residents. Mum has settled well, is healthy, happy, safe and
well cared for.

Reply from Tracey Snook, Administrator at Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home

Thank you Julia - we will share your review with the care team.


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Review from Jane H (Wife of Resident) published on 13 April 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I was made very welcome on my initial visit and was able to see around the entire home. All my questions were answered fully and with understanding. We were invited to dinner for my husbands assessment and again the visit was handled with sensitivity and understanding. He has now started fortnightly
day care with respite care every 2 months. He is very happy to go which has given me (as his sole carer) peace of mind and a weight off my shoulders.

Reply from Tracey Snook, Administrator at Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home

A privilege to be able to help you and your family with the care of your Husband- thank you for valued feedback.


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Review from Cynitha T (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 April 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

On arrival a very good reception, flowers in her room and a member of staff brought a tray of coffee/tea, nothing was left out. The staff very friendly and helpful, made mum feel very much at home.
The home is very clean and tidy. All activities available to all if wanted, hopefully mum will be able
to go again for respite in the year. Would recommend the home to anyone wanting full time care or respite care. 10 out of 10.

Reply from Tracey Snook, administrator at Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home

Thank you for your positive feedback, we look forward to welcoming you again soon.


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Review from Julia B (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 April 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent in every way. Thoughtful, kind staff who always go the extra mile. My mother seems a good deal better since she was in the home than before.

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Review from Hugh D (Son of Resident) published on 8 April 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

A lovely care home in a quiet cul-de-sac. The staff are fabulous, very dedicated and loving towards the residents. Excellent facilities and food! More outside access for residents with dementia, slightly 'cooped up' on first floor. Difficult, but sometimes there was a 'smell' on the first floor.

Reply from Tracey Snook, Administrator at Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home

Thank you for your feedback - will pass your comments on to our staff.


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Review from Anne H (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 April 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Dad always looks well cared for and he often expresses how happy he is. All the staff work extremely hard in particular Dad often comments on how good the food is. The family feel very confident that care is consistent and trust the staff to look after Dad as they would do for one of their own family
members. Thank you.

Reply from Tracey Snook, Administrator at Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home

I will cascade your comments to our Care team, thank you for your review.


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Current Review Score: 9.3 (9.279)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.3 (9.279) out of 10 for Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.3 out of 5 from 20 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 17 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.279 for Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (108 Excellents x 5) + (86 Goods x 4) + (35 Satisfactorys x 3) + (4 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 233 Ratings = 4.279

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Barchester Collingtree Park Care Home is based on 17 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 79 registered maximum number of service users is 15.8, which has been reached with 17 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Performance

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 7 Feb 2024

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  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Meet the Team (10)

Rosalyn

Rosalyn James

Job Title: General Manager

Joined: 2023

Hi, my name is Roz and I am the General Manager here at Collingtree Park Care Home.


I am a registered nurse, qualifying from Sheffield University in 2013. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings including surgical care, Intensive Care Units and A&E. The last 3 years I have spent in care home management where I developed my skills as a leader in the social care sector. I joined Barchester earlier this year as a Clinical Development Nurse, working regionally with nursing and residential teams coaching and teaching departments to always achieve the best care for our residents.


I am very passionate about providing a quality experience for our residents and their families. I pride myself on working to a high level of clinical expertise and helping my team to deliver the best care. We promote person-centred care, ensuring our residents are happy and fulfilled during their time with us.


I am committed to delivering an excellent service, which residents will be proud to call home.


Nicola

Nicola Foyle

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2024

Hello, my name is Nicola and I'm the Deputy Manager here at Collingtree Park Care Home. I have worked in health and social care for over 20 years within various settings however, Dementia and Elderly care is my passion. I have been a care home trainer for 15 years and recognise the importance of staff continued learning and development. Ensuring our staff deliver a high standard of Person-centered care to our residents at all times is my priority.


Alison

Alison Turner

Job Title: Home Administrator

Joined: 2024

Hello, my name is Alison and I'm the Home Administrator here at Collingtree Park.


Debbie

Debbie Willetts

Job Title: Head of Unit

Joined: 2000

Hello, my name is Debbie and I'm the Head of Unit for our Memory Lane Community here at Collingtree Park. I have had the pleasure of working within the home and caring for our residents here for 25 years. Dementia care is my passion, part of my role is to ensure our residents living with dementia continue to have purpose and fulfilment in their everyday lives. I'm extremely proud of the personalised care our staff deliver, seeing the happiness it brings to residents is priceless.


Pamela

Pamela Bailey

Job Title: Resident Ambassador

Hello. I'm Pamela, the Resident Ambassador at Collingtree Park. I was chosen by other residents to represent them and pass on their comments to management. I enjoy this responsibility and attend all the Residents' Meetings.


Jennifer

Jennifer Briggs

Job Title: Head Chef

Joined: 2023

Hello, I’m Jennifer the Head Chef at Collingtree Park care home. I have been in the Care Home sector for the past 3 years and working in hospitality for 27 years. I enjoy cooking, entertaining and hospitality and have had the opportunity to travel the world with my job. Cooking is a real passion of mine and being able to make and refine dishes to suit different tastes and needs.


My day involves speaking to the residents and finding out their favourite foods and recreating all their happiest memories. Food nutrition is a very important part of the day in a care home and it’s essential to get it right. It gives me great pleasure to see the joy on our resident's faces as they enjoy our cuisine. The kitchen team love to share ideas to constantly keep up with the latest trends to produce some appetising dishes. Getting the right balance is a must! One of my specialities is homemade sweets and treats and I like to express this every day on our morning and afternoon tea trolley.


Martin

Martin Tilly-Reed

Job Title: Activities Coordinator

Joined: 2024

Hello, my name is Martin, welcome to our ‘Life’ at Collingtree Park Care Home page.


Hello, my name is Martin, welcome to our ‘Life’ at Collingtree Park Care Home page where you'll find regular updates on all we've been doing, including the events we have planned.


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.


Midhun

Midhun Gomez

Job Title: Admin/Reception

Joined: 2024

Hello, my name is Midhun and I'm the receptionist and administrative assistant here at Collingtree Park.


Tamara

Tamara Mano

Job Title: Second Chef

Joined: 2018

Hello. I am Tamara, Second Chef at Collingtree Park. I have always loved cooking for myself and have developed my career in food since coming from Greece to the UK.


Collingtree Park feels like a big family - I cook with love, as I would for my own family. I research recipes online and try them at home to get them just right for our residents. I like cooking main courses, making them attractive, hearty and full of flavour. I am already working on menus for next season.


I can adapt any of my recipes for people with allergies or swallowing difficulties, so they can enjoy the same flavours as everyone else.


I also make cakes and other treats for birthdays and events.


Simon

Simon Varadi

Job Title: Maintenance Manager

Hello. I am Simon. I joined the Collingtree Park team as a Maintenance Assistant in 2014 and was soon promoted to Head of Maintenance. My main responsibility is to keep the home in full working order. I ensure the décor, furniture and equipment are always attractive, comfortable and safe. I carry out inspections and safety drills to comply with Barchester and statutory policies for equipment and the whole home environment. I manage the maintenance and gardening team and liaise with external contractors. I support residents and families in personalising their bedrooms by putting up pictures and arranging furniture, especially for new residents. In my spare time, I enjoy watching and playing football, swimming and cycling.