Activities at Corrina 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.
Sharon Rickman
Hi, my name is Sharon, and I'm part of the activities team here at Corrina Lodge and have worked here for over 20 years. I thoroughly enjoy my job and have achieved an NVQ Level 3 in Activities whilst working here. During my time here, I have met some truly amazing people and I feel privileged to work in a home with such a sense of community.
Read our brochure 'Life-enriching activities' for more information about life in our care homes.
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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 Corrina Lodge Care Home
Barchester's Big Quiz!
The Corrina Lodge Community, staff and residents, enjoyed an absolutely smashing afternoon as they competed against fellow Barchester Healthcare Homes in the south region in a virtual quiz. Although we didn’t win on this occasion it was wonderful to get together and share some great laughs and good company. Val Turner pictured with manager Dumitru Varzaru said ‘what an absolute blast!’. Residents at Corrina Lodge love a good quiz and it’s great to have a bit of healthy competition.
The show must go on!
Residents and staff really enjoyed performing this year’s Christmas show ‘The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party.' It was written by residents and staff and was a real team effort. The show was performed before the Christmas Party and was great fun! We’ve already started thinking about future shows and will definitely be having a regular amateur dramatics group in the coming year.
Christmas Wreath Making Masterclass with Blooming Haus
Residents recently enjoyed a virtual Christmas wreath making masterclass, which was delivered by Blooming Haus, as part of Barchester's Life Enrichment Programme.
Residents said they thoroughly enjoyed the masterclass and that it is great to have the opportunity to learn a new skill or refresh their knowledge. Armed with all the top tips learnt from the class residents worked together to create a wonderful Christmas wreath. The wreath will be entered into this year’s National Christmas Competition within Barchester Healthcare.
The Christmas wreath is now placed proudly in our entrance to warmly welcome visitors into our community. It feels very special to know that the wreath has been created with lots of love and laughter. Residents and staff are looking forward to a very Merry Christmas!
'The Kid's Praying Group' special delivery
Look whats under our Christmas tree - A special delivery from the 'Kids Praying Group'. A local group of Mum and Dads who have set up this group to show their children how to give back into our fabulous community.
This group is community lead have been visiting resident's here at Corrina Lodge for the last 3 year's. Thank you so much - we shal raise a glass to you all Christmas Eve - Happy Christmas
Live Nativity Scenes in our Garden's
Last week the residents and staff enjoyed the living nativity from Miller's Ark. We were very fortunate that the rain held off and we were able to spend a great afternoon together. Several residents said it had made their day, which is wonderful to hear. Also a big shout out to the lovely Esme from Miller's Ark who was so friendly and informative and helped to make the event so special
Book Club
The book club that one of our wonderful residents Val started last month is going really well. The book that Val has been reading during November is ' The Children of the New Forest'. by Fredrick Maryatt. Val says that running the book club and reading aloud has made a real difference to her personally and she has noticed the benefits. She is really enjoying offering this club and hope it enriches the lives of the community she lives in. It would be great if you fancy reading it and letting us know what you thought. We know Val would loves this!
Upcoming events
Corrina Lodge Chess Evening
We are hosting a Chess Community evening. This is open to all players in the community, from beginners to advanced. We look forward to welcoming you.
