Activities at Chater Lodge Care Home
Our teams are trained to enrich the lives of residents through stimulating the mind, body and soul, and taking the time to learn about each person to ensure everyone receives support that adds enrichment to their life. We understand that the people we support have passions and interests that could be difficult to pursue after moving into a care home – but that doesn’t mean we don’t encourage them to try! Some hobbies can define a person, so our Activities Coordinators are dedicated to ensuring that everyone we support is able to do what makes them happy to the best of their abilities. Social events are organised with individual tastes in mind and with the idea that residents have the opportunity to try new and exciting things.
Maria Durrant
Hello. I am Maria and I have lived in Ketton for most of my life. I worked at the local primary school before joining Chater Lodge in 2019.
My first role here was as a Dining Host and have now found my passion in creating an interesting and inclusive programme of activities for all our residents.
I like having fun with residents, dressing up, singing songs and celebrating special events. I love being a part of the team here and my career change to Activities Coordinator is the best thing I have ever done.
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 Chater Lodge Care Home
Round Table Cheque Presentation
Our home was delighted to receive a cheque from the Round Table Stamford 611 for £500 for the home to install a water feature in our grounds for the residents to enjoy in the summertime.
The care home welcomed James Wright Chairman of the Stamford Round Table and Stewart Humm to the home for a coffee morning with our residents and enjoy a selection of sweet treats and refreshments with our residents during the cheque presentation.
Valentines Opera Performance
At the home, Valentine's Day is not just about romantic love, but also about the strong bonds of friendship and companionship that exist among our residents.
We took the opportunity to celebrate the caring relationships that make our community so special , residents, family and friends enjoyed a magical operatic performance from the amazingly talented Gabriella. And enjoyed a themed menu for lunch and chocolate’s for all.
Birch Tree Cafe
We enjoyed an outing to Birch tree cafe, a beautiful, spacious café in the picturesque village of Easton on the Hill.
The cafe serves a fine selection of tasty, high-quality food and beverages, and are partly staffed by young adults with Down’s Syndrome who enjoy serving the visitors.
Our residents indulged in the most delicious Milky Way cake, washed down with the biggest cappuccino.
It was particular special for Michael and Jack who met people they knew from the village, and Micheal going back to somewhere he used to visit regularly
Memories and Mocktails
Residents from around the home gathered for our 'Mocktails and Memories' event, which soon turned into 'Cocktails and Memories'! Our residents and colleagues enjoyed sharing stories from the past and toasting to good times ahead.
Our team were on hand with a variety of refreshing recipes for our residents to sample and discuss with the Shirley Temple being a favourite drink enjoyed by all.
Home thank Activities team!
Staff and residents at Chater Lodge are celebrating National Activity Providers & Professionals Week, which takes place from January 20-24. Residents and staff wanted to thank the wonderful activities team at the home, whose hard work and dedication make a real difference to the lives of the residents] living there.
National Activity Providers & Professionals Week is an annual event to support activity professionals and thank them for all the many different varied activities they provide to residents and patients. Each and every member of the team at Chater Lodge offer unique, tailored activities and entertainment to the residents every single day. They always go above and beyond their role and for this everyone at the home is truly grateful.
A village stroll
Out and about.
We wrapped up warm and enjoyed a lovely stroll into the village as we visited our local post office.
Our two gentlemen loved seeing the variety of products that were being sold from plants to freshly brewed coffee and a selection of tasty treats.
Michael and Jack loved picking out and purchasing some tasty treats and reminiscing about sweets when they were younger.
Upcoming events
Community Trip Collyweston Slater
We hope you can join us on on Tuesday 23rd March as we visit local pub - The Collyweston Slater.
March
Join us in March as we embrace the Spring season with a series of fun filled activities and community events.
Open Day Event
We invite you to join us for our homes open day event from 10am - 4pm on Saturday 12th April.
Local History Presentation
Join us on Thursday 17th April as we welcome Dr Jay Naylor for a special historical presentation.
Newsletter
Our spring newsletter is now live. Download your copy and find out about upcoming events and the latest news from life in the home.
Community Coffee Morning
Join us every Friday from 10.15am - 12.30pm for our Community Coffee Morning. Everyone is warmly welcome.
Volunteer Opportunities
Would you like to make a real difference, enriching the lives of others? Become a volunteer.
Looking for a place to host a meeting?
For more information why not pop in and see what Chater Lodge can offer you.
Don't Dine Alone
For a donation cost and 48 hours notice, you are warmly welcome to enjoy a nutritious meal and good company.
Time for a break?
A short stay at Chater Lodge can offer you the opportunity to take a holiday or to be able to relax at home, safe in the knowledge of your loved ones safety.
Blue Light Break
Calling all Emergency Services Workers. you are warmly welcome to make use of our cafe area and have a well deserved break.
