Activities at Maple Leaf 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.
Courtney Doncaster
My name is Courtney and I am proud to be the Activities Coordinator for Maple Leaf Lodge.
I have worked at Maple Leaf since 2020 and I started as a night carer before taking the opportunity to lead the activities team. My team and I ensure that the residents enjoy a range of fun and varied activities from outings and external performers to animal therapy and gardening.
We are always open to new ideas so please join us for a chat at any time.
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 Maple Leaf Lodge Care Home
60's Themed Summer Fete
Staff, residents, relatives and the local community came together at Maple Leaf Lodge to enjoy a 60’s themed Summer Fete that was held in the home’s grounds on Saturday 29th July.
Maple Leaf Lodge hosted a variety of activities throughout the day including a BBQ, Bouncy Castle, tombola stall, live entertainment and games which were enjoyed by everyone who came to the event.
Virtual Tour of Mayfair
Residents across our services had a fantastic time joining Mandy Morrow for a virtual walking tour to learn about the ‘Herstory’ of Mayfair. The Mayfair of Nightingales may be long gone but it still holds a 20th century charm. Birthplace to the late Queen Elizabeth II, home to one of WWII's most decorated female war heroes and a tale of a wealthy Aristocrat and one of France's favourite designers.
We were delighted to take a walk down memory lane and discover stories from one of London's most iconic areas. The experience was truly enjoyed by all.
Hospitality Champion of the Year
Carol Doncaster at Maple Leaf Lodge in Grantham has been crowned Hospitality Champion for the North Division in the Barchester Care Awards 2023 and is through to the national round of judging.
The Barchester Care Awards celebrate the staff who go the extra mile for the benefit of the 13,000 residents living in Barchester’s 252 care homes and private hospitals across the country. Categories range from ‘Registered Nurse of the Year’ and ‘Carer of the Year’ to ‘Dementia Care Champion’ and ‘Activities Coordinator of the Year’.
National Ice Cream Day
Perfectly timed in the middle of a warm summer’s day, staff and residents at Barchester’s Maple Leaf Lodge Care Home in Stamford had a fantastic time celebrating National Ice Cream Day on July 17, a brilliant excuse to sample lots of cooling treats.
Our residents and colleagues celebrated this special day by taking trip to Belton Garden Centre’s Ice Cream Parlour for a delicious Ice Cream treat before returning to the home for a special live virtual event with Wall’s Ice Cream our residents will dived into the history of the Wall’s brand from launch in 1922 through major innovations such as the launch of Mr Whippy, Cornetto, Viennetta, Twister, Carte d’Or and more.
To everyone’s delight, we will enjoy a sing-along to Cornetto classic ads and a tasting session of Walls’ current products
Maple Leaf Takes Flight
Maple Leaf Lodge hosted it’s very own afternoon of Arm Chair Travel as our residents took a virtual flight to Hawaii, residents enjoyed a day on the beach from the comfort of our lounge as they dipped their feet in the sand, built sandcastles and enjoyed a cocktail making masterclass with our homes life enrichment team.
Whether you’re a tequila fan, a whisky lover, a gin aficionado or you just like to mix it up and try something new, our Cocktail making master class had something for everyone all against the a relaxing beach backdrop. It was certainly an afternoon of fun-filled tastings for the staff and residents at the Maple Leaf Lodge Care Home in Grantham.
To mark the day, residents had so much fun taking part in a cocktail tasting masterclass led by our wonderful home host, Courtney, who assisted our residents in making and trying their hand at coming up with new cocktails themselves.
PCSO Meet and Greet
Residents and members of the wider community at the Maple Leaf Lodge Care Home in Grantham came together as we warmly welcomed PCSO Jack Mawer into our home.
CSO Jack spoke to our residents at great length about his time in the police force, the daily routines she faces and news from the wider community before taking questions from his audience.
Residents and members of the community were fascinated as PCSO Jack gave them a run through of his force equipment and also treated the audience to a look inside the police car, complete with siren demonstration. Much to everyones delight.
Upcoming events
November Monthly Planner
Come and join us in November for lots of pre christmas fun!!!
Christmas Respite
Come and join us for wonderful Christmas Festivities and delicous food.
Countdown to Christmas
Counting down the days to Christmas with a fun filled month ahead and we extend a warm invitation for you to join us - all welcome.
Merry Christmas!
Newsletter
We hope you enjoy this quarters newsletter with all whats happening at Maple Leaf Lodge.
Happy Feet
Come and join in our monthly walking club and finish with a cuppa. Everyone welcome.
Meeting Room Hire
We are always pleased to welcome the local community to use our meeting room. Please call to have a chat with the Manager.
Emergency services - take a break on us!!!!
Come and take a break with us and have a hot drink on us!!!
Respite - Are you looking for a little care break?
If you are looking to take a break pop in and see what we can offer.
Volunteers - Could you make a difference?
We recognise what a difference volunteers makes to our residents lives - if you feel you could make a difference we woud love to hear from you.