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
Animal Therapy
Today we have been joined by the wonderful Michelle's Animal Therapy & Petting Party. Residents enjoyed seeing their returning friends including a variety of animals, a dog, cats rabbits and tortoise and much more.
Our animal therapy is very beneficial for our residents as seeing different animals stimulates their senses it also brings back happy memories of past time pets and ignites conversations.
Exercise Class
We have been joined by the fabulous Michelle from Generation Fitness for a morning of seated exercise. Residents used foam balls to improve dexterity and gain strength and because it’s fun.
Resident Pat enjoyed lifting the ball up and down and said she was ready for a cup of tea as she was worn out. These regular classes will help build relationships and help residents gain strength and confidence.
Gentlemans Club
Often men in care homes can experience social isolation meaning we work extremely hard to put on activities that our gentleman will enjoy. Our gents club is a great way for our residents to sit back and unwind, a glass of refreshing beer is an added bonus.
Our residents enjoyed watching old football matches. Resident Brian is a Nottingham forest supporter and we enjoyed watching a football match from 1979.
Dancing Daffodils Visit
What a lovely morning we have had with a visit from our wonderful friends at Dancing Daffodils.
Residents love seeing our friends as it brings them so much joy. They have built up beautiful friendships with residents who have been coming for all the visits and started new friendships with our new resident’s.
We have all enjoyed playing the game of ‘don’t let the balloon touch the floor,’ playing with the cars, reading books and our favourite part was dressing up in wigs and Easter bunny ears.
Before the children went home resident Liz handed out Easter eggs to all the children to enjoy.
Harrogate Chocolate Factory
We had a brilliant time across our services with Harrogate Skills 4 Living as they took us on a wonderful virtual visit to their Harrogate Chocolate Factory.
Residents were thrilled to discover details about the chocolate-making process and the fascinating journey from bean to bar, all while enjoying some delicious sweet treats.
The Factory aims to employ people with learning disabilities and autism, involving them in all parts of the process, from sorting and roasting the beans to packaging and sales. The experience was truly enjoyed by all who joined this event.
Beat The Clock
We continue to celebrate a varied life enrichment programme and across our services we linked up with other Barchester care homes and hospitals up and down the country for some interactive Beat the Clock games.
Our residents truly enjoyed solving word puzzles, conundrums and mathematical problems as part of Barchester’s very own game show series.
Everyone who joined had a fantastic time and enjoyed some friendly competition.
Upcoming events
Summer Fair - 20th July
Join us for a fun filled day! There is something for everyone at our popular Summer Fair - all welcome.
Monthly Movie Matinee
Join us on the Third Monday of the Month for our 'Seniors Movie Matinee' at 10.45am
Volunteer Opportunities
Would you like to make a real difference enriching the lives of others? Become a volunteer at Maple Leaf Lodge.
Memory Lane Coffee Morning
You are warmly welcomed to attend our Memory Lane Coffee Morning, held on the second Monday of every month.
Free Meeting Room
Do you need a meeting room? Look no further. Maple Leaf Lodge will happily facilitate your professional and networking needs.
Blue Light Break
Calling all Emergency Service Workers. Enjoy a well deserved break on us with a selection of free refreshments and snacks.
