Activities at Maple Leaf Lodge Care Home

Residents always ask our colleagues about their own tattoos and give them compliments. Whist some residents have wished they could turn back the clock and get one. This afternoon residents were given a choice of different designs and everyone had a good time picking out their own tattoos. Staff members also picked out their own designs.

Two of our residents enjoyed a glass of gin and tonic whilst receiving their tattoos. Resident Anne got the most tattoos and said “you might as well have fun while you can, it made a difference to usual activities” Everyone had so much fun and many laughs and smiles were shared.

Staff, residents, relatives and the local community came together at Maple Leaf Lodge  to enjoy an open day that was held at the home on Saturday 19th August.

The Mayor of Grantham, Mark Whittington, visited the home in the morning, greeting residents, staff and members of the public. Resident Anne was delighted to meet him as she use to be a councillor. Resident Barbara, who turns 101 soon also met him and was delighted, she told him she has seen many Mayors throughout her years and was pleased to meet him. The Mayor then congratulated Head Housekeeper Carol in her recent achievement of Hospitality Champion for the North Division

Members of the community were welcomed into the home in the afternoon to enjoy an afternoon tea prepared by our wonderful catering team, who worked hard at making sure that a great time was had by all.

Maple Leaf Lodge care home, in Grantham invited members of the local community to a seminar discussing the worries of paying for care.

Our guests were able to meet impartial financial consultant Natalie Biggins from Welland Valley Legal who discussed how to plan for care. Topics covered included what it means to have a Power of Attorney, and how to manage care fees.

Natalie was able to address and reassure our guests that there is support for those who are worried about the costs of planning for care in the future.

Staff and residents at Barchester’s Maple Leaf Lodge Care Home in Grantham got up close and personal with some furry friends when they celebrated International Cat Day on August 8th.

Residents had a brilliant time as we welcomed Grantham ROCK Cat Rescue into our home for a fundraising tea party, featuring a tombola, delicious cakes, snacks and refreshments prepared for by our catering team.

The community event raised £600 for the much cherished and independent local cat rescue.

Staff, residents, relatives and the local community came together at Maple Leaf Lodge to enjoy a 60’s themed Summer Fete that was held in the home’s grounds on Saturday 29th July.

Maple Leaf Lodge hosted a variety of activities throughout the day including a BBQ, Bouncy Castle, tombola stall, live entertainment and games which were enjoyed by everyone who came to the event.

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.