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.
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
Festive Floristry Workshop
Staff and residents across our homes were treated to an interactive virtual Christmas-inspired table decorating masterclass, courtesy of talented master florist, Kathryn Delve.
Kathryn is an independent florist based in Somerset, she specialises in creating unique wedding and event flowers. She takes much of her inspiration for her displays from the beautiful scenery that surrounds her home and the changing seasons and colours.
During the workshop, residents were invited to join Kathryn to make beautiful Christmas-themed table decorations.
Mad about the boys on International Men's Day
Residents at came together on Tuesday 19 November to mark International Men’s Day which aims to appreciate and celebrate men and the contribution they make to society. International Men’s Day seeks to encourage men to lead by example and teach the boys in their lives the values, character and responsibilities of being a man. One of the objectives of celebrating International Men’s Day is to acknowledge the many difficult issues that men face - the theme for 2024 is ‘Positive Male Role Models’.
The Wallace Collection
Residents across our services had a lovely time joining Emily and Marie-Therese from the Wallace Collection, for a virtual introduction to Reubens' Rainbow Landscape.
Residents truly enjoyed the sensory walk through one of the museum’s most famous landscape paintings.
Everyone who joined had a wonderful experience and can’t wait to put their creative skills to the test by painting some landscapes of our their in the coming days!
Remember, Remember the 5th of November!
Staff and residents celebrated Bonfire Night with a bang this November 5th when they wrapped up warm to gather around to watch a fantastic firework display and enjoy lots of seasonal treats and refreshments.
Bonfire Night commemorates the foiling of the Gunpowder Plot when 14 individuals tried to blow up the House of Lords during the state opening of Parliament on November 5th 1605. Staff and residents made a traditional Guy to burn on the bonfire while the fireworks lit up the night sky.
Musical Performance
A big thankyou to relatives Glen and John who came a long today for a musical performance with the piano and guitar. Lyric sheets were at the ready as the pair began to play a variety of songs effortlessly.
The sweet sounds of the Beatles, Vera Lynn, Glen Campbell and many more filled the room for residents to sing a long too.
Happy Halloween.....
We're thrilled that residents and staff at Maple Leaf Lodge had a spooktacular time celebrating Halloween this year! In the morning, the lounge was filled with the sounds of eerie Halloween melodies as our residents gathered for some pumpkin carving fun! They showcased their artistic talents and carved the most amazing and creative designs onto their pumpkins. We then moved on to some spooktacular crafts, making a Halloween wreath and Halloween sun catchers.
Upcoming events
Spring Newsletter
Have a look at all the exciting news we have going on at Maple Leaf Lodge and the events we have coming up....
Dementia Cafe
Come and join us for our friendly dementia Cafe. Staff on hand for advice and support. Every second Monday of the month. Everyone welcome.
Happy Feet Club
Come and join us on our mothly walk around Grantham and local parks. Lots of chatter and beautiful scenery to look at followed by cake and coffee. Everyone welcome.
Take a break with us...
Looking for a break? Come and join us at Maple Leaf Lodge. We have lots of events, great food and live entertainment. Call us to find out more information.
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.
