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
Dinky Dancers
We have formed a lovely partnership with Dinky Dancers, a toddler group that combines an exciting mix of dance activities, P.E. and musical fun to develop children’s creativity and physicality.
They will be holding a monthly class here at Chater Lodge so residents can join in with the kids. It has proved a huge hit so far, and we love having them here.
Reminiscence Therapy Session
We had another successful reminiscence therapy session here at Chater Lodge, with the theme being 'Work Days'. Lots of great memories were shared by residents and we all had fun looking at Lynn's wonderful props.
National Pizza Day
We celebrated National Pizza Day on Saturday by creating and eating our own pizzas with a variety of toppings.
107th Birthday Celebrations
Resident, Mary Ray, turned 107 on 5th February. She celebrated with her two lovely sons, Martin and Christopher, along with other family members. Martin flew over from Germany to be here for his mum’s big day. Mary received cards from around the world as part of our pen pal scheme, as well as getting her 7th card from the Queen.
Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year came to Chater Lodge, much to the residents' delight. We decorated the dining room and wore our conical coolie hats. Our kitchen team also provided a delicious Chinese menu over lunchtime.
Leaf Bug Musical Workshop
Leaf Bug Musical Workshop joined us to host a good ol' fashioned singalong and percussion session. Joan was very impressed with the beautiful guitar!
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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