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
Little Jacks Farm
Residents requested to go on a trip to the farm, so that’s what we did. We went to Little Jacks Farm and Garden Centre for the morning. The sun was shining and it was a lovely day. Resident Margret told us how she loves horse and they are her favourite animal. We finished the morning off in the cafe with a cup of tea and slice of cake.
Housekeeping Week
Since 1981 we have celebrated Housekeepers Week, it is about showing appreciation to housekeepers for their hard work. The Housekeeping team at Maple Leaf received a certificate and present to say thank you for everything they do.
Book lovers day
This morning our keen reader Sonia took a trip to Grantham Library to view all the different books and pick one to take back to the home. While we were out residents on Memory lane made some bookmarks with paint and the pattern from the leaves.
International dog day
What a perfect excuse to have a fury visitor! Milo came to visit Maple Leaf. He ran outside and received treats from residents. Resident Pat told us she loves dog and told us all about her past dogs.
Happy Birthday!
Barbara celebrated her 100th birthday with an afternoon tea with staff, relatives, friends and other residents as she received a card from the Queen in recognition of her landmark birthday. Barbara has always admired the Queen and receiving this card meant a lot to her.
Strawberry picking
It is estimated that approximately 10,000l of cream and 28,000kg of strawberries are consumed at Wimbledon each year. With this in mind we took to the strawberry fields this morning to pick some delicious strawberries. With our strawberries we are planning on making some ice cream, milkshakes and enjoy them with cream. As Winnie and Ivy were walking around the field they remembered the song by the Beatles “strawberry fields forever” and sang it while we were going round.
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.
