Activities at Chater Lodge Care Home

Children arrived at Chater Lodge dressed in their favourite book characters, from Minions to Princesses. Resident’s helped the children create book marks for the children to take home using a variety of crafts and textiles. The children then sat down sang songs to our residents and the playgroup leader Penny read a story full of actions joy and laughter. The residents enjoyed seeing the children and always look forward to their visits.

March the 1st saw residents,  family members join together for a St David’s Day themed coffee morning, this event was especially aimed at one particular resident as she is Welsh, and  her heritage is important to her.

Anita, her family members and other resident’s joined together in the Welsh themed lounge where the Welsh flags were flying and daffodils adorned the tables. The resident’s engaged in  themed quizzes, and activity books and listened to Welsh songs. Anita loved singing along to the Welsh National anthem. Anita received a Daffodil as it is tradition that on St David’s Day that all Welsh people wear either a daffodil or leek.

As part of our International Women’s Day celebrations, Residents from across our services were thrilled to join tour guide, Mandy Morrow, for an exciting talk about some Legendary London Ladies.

Mandy shared the fascinating stories of eight ladies with us, from the one of the richest heiresses in the world to the original 'Roaring Girl'.

Everyone who participated truly enjoyed the experience and were delighted to take a walk down memory lane.

Across the country our homes and hospitals came together to find out which care home or hospital had the best Bingo players as we teamed up for Barchester’s Bingo Bonanza.

Residents were treated to some exciting virtual games of Bingo as part of Barchester’ very own game show series.

Everyone who participate had a fantastic time and enjoyed some friendly competition.

At Chater Lodge, Spring unfolded with enchantment as the delightful duo George and Mildred, from The Phoenix Children’s Charity, took centre stage, The lambs frolicked in joy, becoming the heart-warming focal point of the day, bringing smiles and laughter to residents who revelled in the playful embrace of these adorable visitors.

Across our homes we had a fantastic time joining, Kathryn Delve, Master Florist, for a Valentine’s-inspired live virtual flower arranging demonstration. Kathryn shared brilliant and creative ways to decorate our tables with beautiful flowers that are sure to make your heart swoon!

Those participating in this virtual event put their skills to the test and followed along with some amazing creations of their own.  Residents truly enjoyed the experience.