Activities at Corrina 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.
Sharon Rickman
Hi, my name is Sharon, and I'm part of the activities team here at Corrina Lodge and have worked here for over 20 years. I thoroughly enjoy my job and have achieved an NVQ Level 3 in Activities whilst working here. During my time here, I have met some truly amazing people and I feel privileged to work in a home with such a sense of community.
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 Corrina Lodge Care Home
The Wonders of Technology
To make good use of the Wi-Fi at Corrina Lodge, we purchased two tablets. Resident, Ron, and Head of Activities, Mel, spent time searching for information on the submarine Ron served on during World War 2.
Ron was absolutely delighted when we found some actual floor plans of his submarine. Ron showed us where he slept and shared many stories of the things he got up to.
We really enjoyed learning more about his past!
Popping in to see Grandad
When this gorgeous little pickle stopped by to see her grandad, we all stopped what we were doing as she came toddling into the home with confidence. She stopped for a wave and a chatter, played peek-a-boo and made everyone laugh.
She absolutely brightens our day and puts a smile on everyone’s face when she comes to visit. Residents love having children in their home and enjoy lots of family visits. We even have toys and books ready and, of course, plenty of cakes.
Our Residents' Chairman
Hello, I’m Mark and I have been elected as Chairman of our Residents' Committee. The committee meets every two months and we make lifestyle choices for the home.
I’ve lived at Corrina Lodge since 2017, and I have had so much support with activities that it has engaged my interest in all sorts of ways. My interest in art has resurfaced and I now pursue this hobby actively. I also really enjoy taking photos around the home using my iPad, which get uploaded on to our TV in the reception area and are a great talking point for visitors.
As a spokesperson for our community, I enjoy helping others, welcoming visitors and getting involved with all aspects of life here at the home. I come from a very large family; I am one of nine siblings. My family and friends visit often and have recognised that living at Corrina Lodge has greatly enhanced my life.
Word Games
Residents love playing word games, making as many words as they can from one long word. It usually starts off with full concentration, but always ends up with lots of laughter and fun. Once we finish, we like to carry on and play the alphabet game.
Exotic Creatures
Despite your average person being terrified of tarantulas, residents here at Corrina Lodge were enthralled by them. They also thoroughly enjoyed holding a snake, a desert rat, a giant African snail and many more creatures. Everyone had a lot of fun!
Flower Arranging
Recently, residents enjoyed a morning of festive flower arranging. With Christmas carols playing along in the background, residents made all our table centrepieces themselves – and they looked stunning on our dining room tables. It's was such a popular and creative activity that residents have suggested we do something similar for Easter as well.
