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
Coronation celebrations
Maple Leaf celebrated the Kings Coronation in style. With music from the wonderful Steve Carmel.
Cakes were made by our wonderful laundry assistant Kayleigh and BBQ food prepared by the kitchen team.
Residents were up dancing, singing and laughing. The day was enjoyed by all. It was amazing to see so many of our amazing residents, families and staff join in the fun together!
A big Thankyou to everyone who came and supported our event!
Coronation virtual talk
Across our services Residents had a wonderful time participating in an interactive virtual talk with Pippa Catterall, Professor of History and Policy at the University of Westminster, where we delved into the rich history of coronations.
During the talk, we explored fascinating topics such as the coronation chair, the crown, and other significant aspects related to King Charles' upcoming coronation. Our residents were thrilled to have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the memoirs of past coronations from 1937 and 1953, as well as learning about the coronation oath and what to expect from the ceremony, including the music, guests, and pageantry.
International Firefighters Day
Residents and staff at Maple Leaf Lodge care home in Grantham honoured their local firefighters by inviting them into the home for a breakfast. The kitchen team made a delicious breakfast for them to enjoy, along with tea, coffe and fresh juice. Our wonderful friends from Dancing Daffodil childminders also came to visit, where the firefighters showed them around the fire engine and all the equipment they had. Maple Leaf Lodge would like to thank the firefighters stationed there for their selfless service keeping the community safe.
Competition winner
A big well done to Ali who won our Easter colouring competition judged by our residents! Residents loved the variety of colours used and how neat it was! Thank you to everyone else who entered!
Gentlemen’s club
Yesterday we took full advantage of the sun shining and went down to the pub and enjoyed a cold pint of bitter. Resident Brian told us how he can remember going down to the pub with his dad watching him drink as he wasn't old enough to have one himself.
Our gentlemen’s club allows men to feel more confident and having a few drinks and reminiscing about past working occupations, cars, time spent in the forces, chat about the weekly news, how times have changed, the subjects are endless. It’s nice just to let them spend their special men’s only time together.
Easter Celebrations
Throughout Easter we have done a selection of things at Maple Leaf. Making Easter cards, Easter baking and Easter egg hunts with a local school. Resident Joan volunteered to lick the spoon after!
We drew the winners of our Easter raffle! A big Thank you to everyone who bought tickets and well done to everyone who won.
Upcoming events
April
Spring has sprung at Maple Leaf Lodge - join us for a great month full of fun activities
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.
