Activities at Chater Lodge Care Home
Our teams are trained to enrich the lives of residents through stimulating the mind, body and soul, and taking the time to learn about each person to ensure everyone receives support that adds enrichment to their life. 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.
Maria Durrant
Hello. I am Maria and I have lived in Ketton for most of my life. I worked at the local primary school before joining Chater Lodge in 2019.
My first role here was as a Dining Host and have now found my passion in creating an interesting and inclusive programme of activities for all our residents.
I like having fun with residents, dressing up, singing songs and celebrating special events. I love being a part of the team here and my career change to Activities Coordinator is the best thing I have ever done.
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 Chater Lodge Care Home
History of Teddy Bears
Chater Lodge Care Home in Ketton will be celebrated the ‘History of Teddy Bears’ when we welcomed local expert June downs from the Stamford U3A Antiques and Bygone Era Club into our home for a heart-warming and fascinating talk on the much cherished institution of the Teddy.
The exhibition featured a dazzling array of teddy’s both old and new and each with their own stories to tell and the lives they’ve touched. As June gave a talk on the history of the Teddy dating back to Theodore ‘Teddy’ Roosevelt. Through to the tales of Rupert Bear, Winnie the Pooh and Aloysius who featured in the film Brideshead revisited.
Afternoon Gin Tasting
This afternoon saw the fabulous ladies of Chater Lodge have a 'Gin,-Tastic' time at our Gin Tasting event, our ladies were able to sample a range of delicious flavours and enjoy a tapas themed platter of delicious snacks.
The afternoon was a great success as everyone discussed their thoughts on the different flavours, which suited their tastes with either lemonade or tonic.
This was a great opportunity for our residents to socialise together and with our colleagues as they came together to take part in a gin themed quiz!
The end of the afternoon saw Sylvie ask if next time we can host a 'Port & Cheese' afternoon. Much to everyones delight!
Community Coffee Morning
Staff and residents at the Chater Lodge Care Home in Ketton have invited neighbours and friends from the local community to their free weekly coffee morning.
Taking place every first Wednesday of the month from 10am – 12pm.
Members of the local community can join our residents and will have a chance to meet and chat over tea or coffee and homemade cakes provided by the home. Guests will also have a chance to take a tour of the home, and ask any questions they might have about care.
General Manager of the home, Zoe Postgate said: “Our Community Coffee Morning allows individuals from the local area to meet and connect with one another regularly. It’s a great chance to share stories, make new friends, and of course, enjoy our wonderful spread provided by our hospitality team!’
Virtual Tour of Mayfair
Residents across our services had a fantastic time joining Mandy Morrow for a virtual walking tour to learn about the ‘Herstory’ of Mayfair. The Mayfair of Nightingales may be long gone but it still holds a 20th century charm. Birthplace to the late Queen Elizabeth II, home to one of WWII's most decorated female war heroes and a tale of a wealthy Aristocrat and one of France's favourite designers.
We were delighted to take a walk down memory lane and discover stories from one of London's most iconic areas. The experience was truly enjoyed by all.
Professional Breakfast
Chater Lodge Care Home in Ketton have invited local professionals to their inaugural monthly Breakfast Meeting.
Taking place from 27th July and again on the last Thursday of every month, professionals from various care and business organisations within the community will have a chance to meet and network over breakfast provided by the home. Guests will also have a chance to take a tour of the home, and ask any questions they might have about care.
Zoe Postgate, General Manager at Chater Lodge says: “Chater Lodge is keen to be a part of our ever growing and expanding community and our Professional breakfast allows individuals from the care industry and other businesses to meet and connect with one another. It’s a great chance to share experiences of working within the care sector, make new contacts within the community, and of course, enjoy our wonderful spread provided by our hospitality team!’
National Ice Cream Day
Our residents have had a wonderful time celebrating National Ice Cream Day. Perfectly timed in the middle of a warm summer’s afternoon, staff and residents at Barchester’s Chater Lodge Care Home in Stamford had a fantastic time celebrating National Ice Cream Day on July 17, a brilliant excuse to sample lots of cooling treats.
Our residents and colleagues celebrated this special day with a special live virtual event with Wall’s Ice Cream as our residents will dived into the history of the Wall’s brand from launch in 1922 through major innovations such as the launch of Mr Whippy, Cornetto, Viennetta, Twister, Carte d’Or and more.
To everyone’s delight, we will enjoy a sing-along to Cornetto classic ads and a tasting session of Walls’ current products.
Upcoming events
VE Day 80
We warmly welcome you to join us at the home for our VE celebrations on Thursday 8th May
Spring Newsletter
Our spring newsletter is now live. Download your copy and find out about upcoming events and the latest news from life in the home.
Future Planning Seminar
We hope you can join us on Tuesday 27th May at 5.30pm as we welcome Sam Featherstone from G&T solicitors for a free future planning seminar.
Meet the High Sheriff
Meet the new High Sheriff Richard Chesterfield at our free special edition coffee morning event.
May
Join us as we begin to look ahead to the summer months and take a looks at our upcoming life enrichment and community events.
Community Coffee Morning
Join us every Friday from 10.15am - 12.30pm for our Community Coffee Morning. Everyone is warmly welcome.
Volunteer Opportunities
Would you like to make a real difference, enriching the lives of others? Become a volunteer.
Looking for a place to host a meeting?
For more information why not pop in and see what Chater Lodge can offer you.
Don't Dine Alone
For a donation cost and 48 hours notice, you are warmly welcome to enjoy a nutritious meal and good company.
Time for a break?
A short stay at Chater Lodge can offer you the opportunity to take a holiday or to be able to relax at home, safe in the knowledge of your loved ones safety.
Blue Light Break
Calling all Emergency Services Workers. you are warmly welcome to make use of our cafe area and have a well deserved break.
