Activities at Chater Lodge Care Home
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.
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 Chater Lodge Care Home
Church Service
Holy communion on St Nicholas Day. Residents attended Holy communion this morning at Chater Lodge and we spoke about St Nicolas. Did you know that in Germany on this day children left their boots and shoes outside which were filled with sweets by St Nicholas? #HolyCommunion
Panto performance of Puss in the Boots
Residents and their families enjoyed a fun filled afternoon with Puss in Boots at Chater Lodge this afternoon. NorthEast production provided us with fun and laughter and a singalong, audience participation at its best as residents shouted, sung and laughed #pantomime
Crafty Christmas
A crafty Christmas at Chater Lodge today residents enjoy getting creative to help enhance the tree in their lounge. crafty creations included tree decorations, paper chains and stained glass angels .
Residents enjoyed refreshments served by the team while getting creative and enjoyed reminiscing about Christmas traditions when they were growing up #christmas2022
Keeping fit together!
A morning of physical activity with Mark from Twilight Games and his dog Sebastian. No matter what our residents capabilities they were able to enjoy a seated exercise session. #physicalactivity
Donkey Sanctuary
Across our services, Residents enjoyed a fantastic virtual tour of the Donkey Sanctuary Manchester. Residents were thrilled to meet the lovely herd of donkeys, including Henry and his best friend Tiny Tim and to learn more about their every day care. They were introduced to the sanctuary’s work and the impact they make to the lives of donkeys in need worldwide. The virtual experience was truly enjoyed by all.
Barchester Care Awards - We're Winners!
We are proud to announce that we have been awarded the Community Engagement Award at this year’s Barchester Care Awards.
Thousands of nominations were received from our homes and hospitals across the UK. All entries were a very high standard and we are over the moon to have been named National Winner.
We joined winners from across the UK at a special awards event on the 12th of October to celebrate, and to receive our award.
Well done and huge congratulations to everyone at Chater Lodge
Upcoming events
Stop Smoking Help Seminar
Join us on Tuesday 26th November for a special stop smoking seminar with Rutland Council.
Cheese & Wine Evening
We hope you can join us for an evening of decadence with our Cheese and Wine event.
Professional's Lunch
We hope you can join us for homes next professional lunch event on Tuesday 10th December from 12pm.
Christmas Card Competition
Take part in our Christmas Card Competition and win a prize!
Countdown to Christmas
Take a look at our homes countdown to Christmas Advent Calendar and see the festive fun we have in store.
Winter Newsletter
Take a look at our latest Newsletter for the home and catch up with the latest goings on and news 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.
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For more information why not pop in and see what Chater Lodge can offer you.
