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
Balloon Tennis
Physical activities at Chater Lodge no matter what your capabilities there is always something for everyone. You will find the attached pictures are of Margaret and Phyllis who enjoyed a game of balloon tennis with a lady who was sat down and joined in ,unfortunately she has not got permission for photographs so not on the photos. Margaret and Phyllis also enjoyed refreshment’s served by the team and also used an Oomph activity book about sport.
Pamper Time
A whole home approach at Chater Lodge. George is a very proud gentleman and takes great pride in his appearance, George likes the gentle hands of our home manager Zoe for his weekly wet shave. George is able to keep himself shaved with his electric shaver but does enjoy his weekly engagement with Zoe, they engage in great conversation and George goes away feeling and smelling wonderful.
Happy Birthday George!
At Chater Lodge we like to celebrate our residents birthday’s .This is George who turned 96, he celebrated with his family , he received gifts cards from the staff at Chater Lodge and a freshly made cake made by the chef’s in the kitchen, George got to choose the flavour of his cake. George also got to choose an activity of his choice as well.
Communion with Rev Woolcock
We were pleased to welcome Rev Olwen Woolcock and Julia Freeman to Chater Lodge to pray and offer communion with residents in our quiet lounge. They are both from our local church, St Mary's in Ketton.
A brush with the law
Residents from Chater Lodge enjoyed a visit to the Ketton Community Hub where they enjoyed a cup of coffee and were delighted to meet Ikra, the local Police Community Support Officer. We even got to sit in a police car.
Lollies in the garden
These sunny days need an ice lolly and a glass of something cool with friends in the garden 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.
Looking for a place to host a meeting?
For more information why not pop in and see what Chater Lodge can offer you.
