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
Outing to Foxdale
We recently visited the Foxdale Equine Facility. Doris, Jean and Veronica visited the horses and we explored as much as possible. It was a delightful day, and Veronica touched a horse for the first time at the age of 96.
Spring Newsletter
Please click here to view the spring edition of the Chater Lodge Whisperer.
Memory Lane Changes
Not only has our downstairs been recently renovated, but our Memory Lane Community has also had a makeover. It has been freshly painted in vibrant colours and pet, garden and shop areas have been added.
Easter Celebrations
During our Easter celebrations, we were joined by Lacey & Mia, the daughters of Activities Coordinator, Annabel Mitchell. They visited with their bunny ears on to deliver the Easter eggs to residents.
They stayed and chatted and talked about the meaning of Easter with John. who used to teach RE.
We had an Easter quiz and made some nests with eggs and chicks in during our arts & crafts session.
Easter Cart
Our Easter Cart has been decorated using residents' own creations from our arts & crafts sessions. We are holding an Easter bonnet competition and Head Chef, David, is going to judge them on Easter Sunday and award a prize to the lucky winner. In addition to all of our lovely residents receiving an Easter egg, card and a glass of sherry, we also made some hot cross buns.
Mary Had a Little Lamb
On Friday 23rd March, four lambs visited Chater Lodge. Hosted by the Phoenix Children's Foundation, residents took great delight in talking to them and showing them affection.
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.
