Activities at Leonard Lodge Care Home
Our activities team offer a wide range of social events, from the very popular Friday morning bingo, to gentle exercise sessions, skittles, regular animal visits and arts & crafts sessions. We are fortunate to have a team of volunteers who stop by weekly to provide additional support, allowing residents the opportunity for one-to-one sessions. These sessions could include anything, even something as simple as playing a game of Scrabble or just having a cup of tea and a chat. We believe that it is essential to support people in such a way that they are able to continue to live full and happy lives doing the things that they enjoy.
Lynn Amiri
My name is Lynn and I lead the Activities Team here at Leonard Lodge.
Since working at Leonard Lodge I have dedicated myself to ensuring that each of our residents can continue to partake in the hobbies that they have enjoyed for years. It is important that all of the residents here have access to life enriching, fun and social activities.
The whole home supports my team and I to organise activities, events and entertainment tailored to every residents preferences, abilities and needs. Each year we have a fantastically full calendar, and we look forward to the future when we can invite the families of residents to join us in the home again.
I am married with two children and two rather annoying rescue cats. I lived in Italy for a number of years and love all Italian food, especially when somebody else cooks it for me! I love to read, especially crime novels. I am a regular theatre goer with a passion for musicals. I like to sing and dance (albeit badly!).
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 Leonard Lodge Care Home
All Aboard
We had a lovely time joining Paul Hawkins and Lisa Richards from Unilever for an exciting virtual cruise experience.
Our residents were welcomed with mocktails as Lisa and Paul took them on a magical journey to 3 mystery destinations, which were uncovered after a few clues: Hamburg in Germany, Rotterdam in Holland and, finally Bruges, in Belgium.
Paul demonstrated how to create a few of the local traditional dishes, which our residents had the opportunity to try too.
The event evoked lots of great memories and it was truly enjoyed by all.
The residents thanked Captain ‘Lady Tide’ and said they thoroughly enjoyed the trip.
Mexican Independence
Residents enjoyed an afternoon in the sunshine celebrating ‘Mexico Independence Day’. They sampled some Mexican beers with nachos and dips and had discussions on the history of this day.
Classic Vehicle Club
We had the pleasure of having Southern East Vintage & Classic Vehicle Club Limited come to visit us with 10 of their amazing cars. Residents, families, staff and neighbours were able to look around and reminisce and chat to the exhibitors.
Mexican Independence Day
Residents enjoying an afternoon in the sunshine celebrating ‘Mexico's Independence Day’.
They sampled some Mexican beers with nachos and dips and had discussions on the history of this day, whilst enjoying some Mexican music. It was a wonderful way to use our garden on a beautiful sunny day.
Damien Bailey Photography Competition
Residents at Leonard Lodge were delighted to spend some time taking beautiful photos of our lovely garden. This was part of the Bailey-Barchester competition that was launched following a fantastic photography event hosted by the world famous Damian Bailey exclusively for Barchester homes.
We all had a wonderful time during our photo shoot and we are happy to say we were impressed with our skills in putting all the tips and ideas learnt during the talk into practice.
Two of our lovely residents discussed about how they would like a photo with our resident robin who generally visits everyday. Unfortunately Mr Robin did not want to cooperate, so the residents suggested we improvise with one of their ornamental robins! We were happy how the photos came out.
Classic Car Show
We had the pleasure of hosting the Southern East Vintage & Classic Vehicle Club for a visit with ten of their amazing cars. The Club encouraged all of our residents to look around, learn and reminisce about the origins of the cars and when they used to drive some of the models on show.
We were joined by some of our neighbours, as well as the families of residents who wanted to join in the fun. It was a great day and we look forward to hosting similar groups in the future.
Upcoming events
Countdown to Christmas
Take a look at all of the wonderful festive events and activities throughout December. Please feel free to join our celebrations. Contacts us for more information.
