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
Let me Take an Elfie
Staff swapped their uniforms for costumes on National Elf Day in an effort to raise funds to help people living with dementia.
Launched by the Alzheimer’s Society and delivered direct from the North Pole, Elf Day was created to sprinkle some festive cheer on fundraising towards finding a cure for dementia. From stripy socks to head-to-toe elf outfits, anything goes – there’s snow better way to raise money to help beat dementia.
Residents had an elf scavenger hunt which led them all around the home looking for naughty elf Rudy who was hiding in one of the bedrooms. We then had a Christmas scent guessing game.
Tacky Tourists
Residents at were treated to a virtual cruise and interactive cookery demo taking in some mocktails, exotic dishes and mystery destinations courtesy of chef, Paul Hawkins, and Lisa Richards from Unilever’s Away from Home team which supports the care sector. Chef Paul whipped up some tasty treats in a live, interactive cookery demo.
Whyndam Walks
Peter asked if he could take a stroll to our local park Whyndham for ice cream and to get some fresh air. We talked about how much the park had changed and how Peter used to walk his dog around the park.
National Animal Day
Staff and residents have been having a whale of a time celebrating world animal day. World Animal Day is a global event to celebrate all animals across the world. it aims to raise awareness of the importance of animal welfare and endeavour to raise the standards of all animals.
Memory Walk for the Alzheimers Society
World Alzheimer’s day takes place on the 21st September and is part of world Alzheimer’s month! This is a global opportunity to raise awareness, encourage support and to educate those about dementia.
The day is close to our hearts so we took to the streets and did our own memory walk with staff and residents to remember those who we have loved and lost.
If you would like to make a donation we have linked our just giving page where all donations will be for the Alzheimer’s society.
https://www.justgiving.com/fund.../mwoyo21-courtneydoncaster
Celebrating Roald Dahl Day!
To celebrate the wonderful work of Roald Dahl residents and staff had a fun filled day as we dressed up as the Fantastic Mr Fox, Sophie from the BFG, oompa lumpas and Mr Twit.
Residents took part in a Matilda themed quiz, baked a delicious chocolate cake and watched ‘Esio Trot’ which is tortoise backwards!
The day was full of laughter and there was smiles all round
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.
