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
International Mens Day
Residents Peter and Brian spent the afternoon talking all things politics: why men are useful and about their time in the Army. The afternoon went down well, especially when you have a nice cold beer to drink.
Remembrance Day
Residents at Maple Leaf painted poppies using different materials to display at the reception for people to pay their respect if they wished to, they could also buy poppies to support the Royal British Legion.
Resident, Mary had knitted poppies and raised £30. The day was marked with a two minutes silence at 11am and watching the service.
Halloween Party
Residents at Maple Leaf had a spooky Halloween party with sweet treats and slimy tricks. The day was filled with fun and laughter by all.
The 'best dressed' award went to Jill, the Hostess, and 'best dressed' award for residents went to Ron for his Dracula costume.
There were many games being played, including, 'pin the nose on the pumpkin', pumpkin carving, 'what’s in the witch?', and monster bowling.
Oktoberfest
Maple Leaf residents held their very own beer festival in the bar. The residents had lots of beers to sample from all around the world. They enjoyed traditional German music and tried to learn a bit of German.
National Card Making Day
Residents enjoyed making some bespoke cards in honour of National Card Making Day.
Resident, Eileen, makes her own cards all year rounds, and sends them to local charity shop for them to sell on her behalf.
Residents at Maple Leaf Lodge started to think about Christmas and made cards to send to their families.
Harvest Festival
Residents had lots of fun celebrating Harvest Festival here at Maple Lead Lodge.
Upcoming events
A Joyful Picnic
On Friday 17th May from 11am we will be holding a Joyful Picnic in our garden to raise money for the Alzheimer's Society
Chelsea Flower Show - Competition
The Chelsea flower show starts from the 21st May. Our residents at Maple Leaf Lodge want to judge your gardens. We are hosting a competition to anyone and everyone.
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.
