Activities at Marnel Lodge Care Home
Activities are the cornerstone of a wholesome home experience and our Activities Coordinators are always putting their creative minds to the test by organising new and exciting social events for residents to partake in. Of course, we take into account the likes and dislikes of those we support, so if someone doesn’t feel like trying something new, there will always be something on offer to reflect their personal interests. For the people who may just prefer some peace and quiet instead, we also offer one-to-one time that can be enjoyed with a nice cup of coffee or just a simple chat – whatever they desire.
Marek Manteufel & Theresa Connor
We both joined Marnel a while ago and we are very excited to be part of such a proactive and dedicated team. There are lots of ideas and innovations, all to enhance quality of life of our residents. Every day is different and to understand the needs of our residents, building relationship with them and keeping in touch with their families and friends, is the most important and rewarding job we could have wish for.
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 Marnel Lodge Care Home
Trip to Bournemouth
This Week's Trip Out Was To The Seaside at Bournemouth. The weather was perfect, dry but not too hot. There was a ride up the cliffs via a cable car. The Residents said they had a lovely day.
25Km on a treadmill
Marek Is doing his 25km in one day on a treadmill at Marnel Lodge. He will be carrying a back pack which Anju and Myself can’t even lift!!
Support from Residents and Staff for Marek and his challenge. We had a family support and local GP. After almost 7 hours Marek has completed the challenge with total money raise £376 This is for the Alzheimer’s Society
Thank you for your support!
Boat Trip
What a beautiful day for our third boat trip this summer.
The weather has been kind today making the day extra special. Thank you team for your hard work in organising this.
National Simplicity Day
To celebrate National Simplicity Day. Our residents enjoyed a BBQ lunch in the garden. The weather was kind to us. Keith cooked the burgers, sausages and chicken kebabs on the BBQ. The chefs prepared some delicious salads and an amazing gateaux. The residents enjoyed each other’s company and listening to music whilst eating their delicious lunch.
World Chocolate Day
Oh Wow! - We Celebrated World Chocolate Day today. There were Eleven Different Chocolates to try. Ranging from Milk Chocolate to Chilli Chocolate, Mint Chocolate to Oreo Chocolate and so many more amazing flavours. Absolutely Delicious And Put A Very Big Smile on Residents and Visitors faces.
A trip to the Basingstoke Canal
On Thursday, residents and team members travelled in the minibus to the Basingstoke canal in Odiham. Where we boarded Dawn, an accessible canal boat. Our journey took us 2.5 miles to the Barley Mow slipway.
We enjoyed each other’s company as well as looking at the passing scenery, looking out for wildlife, and waving to passers-by. We all enjoyed the peace and tranquillity of our beautiful surroundings.
On arrival at the Barley Mow, the crew moored the boat, and we enjoyed a delicious picnic lunch on board the boat before our return journey back along the canal to Odiham. Once again taking in the wonderful scenery.
