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
Daily news
George enjoys reading the daily 'Oomph Digest' - a summary of the main news stories, which is shared every day at Chater Lodge.
Balloon tennis
Every little bit of fun and exercise helps to keep us mobile and active. Vera enjoyed her game of balloon tennis at Chater Lodge.
Peter thinks hard before making his move
Dominoes is a favourite at Chater Lodge with regular games which some people take more seriously than others. Peter studies his tiles carefully before taking his go but it is all good fun. The box is always on the table in the activities room so people can play whenever they like.
Remembrance Day at Chater Lodge
Residents at Chater Lodge in Ketton made lots of poppies and created a beautiful and thoughtful display at our home as part of our Remembrance activities and reflections.
Community Art Exhibition
Chater Lodge held a community art exhibition in the dining room with exhibitions by staff, residents and community members. All the planning and arrangements were made by Matthew Cutforth, our Dining Host and Gardener. George loved being show the paintings by Matthew, who specialises in pencil drawings of African animals and pet portraits.
Sheila is our Resident of the Day
At Chater Lodge every resident gets a special treat once a month. The lucky person can choose whatever they would like to eat and do something that makes them feel really special. Sheila chose to have her hair trimmed and set. We think she looks wonderful!
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.
