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
Vera shares her Christmas list with Santa
Santa had a pop-up grotto at Chater Lodge and met with Vera and other residents to discuss what they were hoping for this Christmas.
Advent Calendars from Zoe
Residents at Chater Lodge were surprised and delighted to receive an advent calendar each from Zoe, the General Manager of our home.
A mild day in the garden
Olive made the most of some mild weather recently to spend a little time in the fresh air and pretty surroundings of the patio area in the Chater Lodge garden.
Caroline's stretches
We often do one-to-one activities with residents at Chater Lodge to make sure everyone has opportunities to do things they really enjoy. Some people just like to chat, or play a game, or go for a walk. Caroline asked to do some extra exercise so Maria sat with her in her room and they did some stretches together.
Recalling our careers
We spent an afternoon reminiscing about the varied employment and careers that Chater Lodge residents had during their working lives. Sheila used one of our therapy dolls to tell us all about her fascinating career as a midwife.
Vera's day out with her daughter
Vera enjoyed a day out with her daughter Vicky, when they went to a creative session with Pop Up Art in Stamford. They enjoyed food and drinks while they were out and returned to Chater Lodge very happy after their quality time together.
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.
