Activities at Marriott House and 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.
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 Marriott House and Lodge Care Home
Beautiful Rainbows
Here at Marriott House and Lodge Care Homes our residents and staff are busy showing support to our fabulous NHS by making beautiful rainbows for all our rooms
Messages of Kindness
We don't usually stand that far away from residents but, we have to distance a bit under the current circumstances.
We have been overwhelmed by what we have received and it has made such a difference. We feel really loved! We have received cards, letters, pictures, poems and about 50 emails that we are reading with residents and replying to on a daily basis. It really does make us feel part of an amazing community. One family sent us a whole story, and the children had drawn illustrations of the characters. They've even promised us a sequel!
One residents, Pat, said she didn't think she would ever learn how to use a computer, but is now sending emails with our help. Pat said not seeing her family and friends is so hard, but the staff are helping her maintain contact with them. She even managed to use Skype for the first time at the age of 90. She loved reading all the cards and messages and looking at the pictures.
Molly, another resident, mentioned how nice it is to know that we are not forgotten, and it is nice to receive lovely post and messages.
Seeing the residents receive these lovely letters, messages and pictures is fantastic. It really has given them something to focus on during this difficult time. Being so isolated is a struggle for everyone, and this project has made such a positive impact on people.
We would encourage people to continue to send us messages and we will reply as much as quickly as possible. We have a board in the lounge for them to be displayed on.
If anyone requires any further information, please contact Marriott House and Lodge on 01243 536652.
Celebrating Good CQC Rating
Marriott House and Lodge celebrated a Good CQC rating after a recent inspection. The report concluded that: ‘People enjoyed an independent lifestyle and told us their choices and needs were met. They enjoyed the food, drink and activities that took place daily.’
In celebration of the rating and to thank each member of the team for their contributions to the home, each team member was presented with £100 gift voucher in appreciation of their hard work.
Maxine Spincer General Manager at Marriott House and Lodge said: “We are delighted that Marriott House and Lodge was rated ‘Good’ overall following the CQC’s most recent inspection. The team at Marriott House and Lodge always strive to provide the best possible quality care for everyone who lives at the home.
Christmas Tree Festival
Staff and residents at Marriott House & Lodge have been busy decorating our tree at the local Christmas Tree festival.
Pink Bake Off
On Friday 18th of October residents, visitors and staff at Marriott House and Lodge Care Home took part in the UK’s biggest, brightest and pinkest fundraiser, wear it pink. Marriott House and Lodge residents, visitors and staff dressed in pink and held a special Pink raffle.
Marriott House and Lodge also held a bake-off themed afternoon. Staff, residents and visitors were challenged to bake a cake to enter in the Marriott House and Lodge Big Bake off.
The competition was vast ranging from delicious cupcakes, through to Victoria sponges and a very special pink themed cake.
Each cake was judged for its taste and design by a panel of judges, prizes were awarded, and everyone then enjoyed the cakes with their afternoon tea.
The home raised over £80 for the charity which goes to Breast Cancers Now’s lifesaving research,
Maxine Spincer, General Manager of Marriott House and Lodge said: “It was lovely to see so many staff, residents and visitors wearing pink and joining us for a day of activities/events. The Bake off was a huge amount of fun for all involved and we look forward to holding a similar event next year. The whole day has been great fun, whilst supporting an important cause and raising money for Breast Cancer Now’s lifesaving research”
Kevin Card, a resident at the home said: ‘We have weekly cooking sessions which I enjoy as I was a chef for many years, this was a chance for me to show of my skills.’
Zoolab Returns
Residents, staff and visitors came together for a hands-on experience with animals from Zoolab, the UK's number 1 animal handling experience and lifelong learning company.
Many different animals were brought in for us to see, from the dreaded spiders and snakes to frogs, toads, millipedes, a giant African snail, and some fluffy creatures as well!
Residents learned something new about every animal and where they came from, how they live, and how long they can live up to. It was an interesting and enjoyable morning!
