Activities at Maple Leaf Lodge Care Home

Residents, staff and relatives have been turning up the volume and travelling through the greatest eras of rock celebrating National Rock & Roll Day with an afternoon full of music, fun, and laughter. Our venue was transformed with vibrant rock & roll decorations, creating the perfect atmosphere for the occasion. 

We were delighted to welcome external entertainer, Nick, who had everyone singing along, clapping, dancing, and enjoying classic rock & roll hits. Staff embraced the theme by dressing up in fantastic rock-inspired costumes, adding to the excitement and making the day even more memorable.

We have been celebrating National Biscuit Day in the sweetest way possible, with a delightful Baileys & Biscuits Afternoon for our wonderful residents! From classic favourites to chocolate treats, everyone enjoyed sampling a selection of delicious biscuits paired with a little splash of Baileys, plenty of laughter, and great company. 

It was a celebration we won’t be forgetting anytime soon. 

We have celebrated two truly special occasions, marking National Tea Day alongside what would have been Her Majesty The Queen’s 100th birthday. 

Our residents enjoyed a beautiful spring-themed afternoon tea, complete with delicate floral decorations that brought the season indoors. Tables were decorated with fresh blooms, pastel colours, and charming touches that created an elegant atmosphere.

Everyone was treated to a delightful selection of teas, accompanied by delicious cakes and sweet treats. Laughter and conversation filled the room as everyone came together to share memories, stories, and the simple joy of good company.         

Staff and residents celebrated Easter with a whole host of different activities including an Easter coffee morning, spring garden strolls, reminiscing and much more.

Residents enjoyed an eggs-tensive range of Easter activities, from reminiscing about past Easter memories to enjoying a visit from the Easter bunny.  Residents also tucked in to a delicious Easter meal of roast lamb with all the trimmings, followed by a variety of chocolate themed puddings, prepared by the home’s head chef Andrew. 

St Patrick's Day is a special day of fun, celebration and luck! Every year, on March 17th, people across the world come together to honour the patron Saint of Ireland, Saint Patrick. 

Staff and residents have been celebrating all things Irish today with green accessories, Irish dancing, Guinness aplenty, baileys, Irish Coffee, armchair travel and a party with entertainment from the wonderful Steve Carmel. 

We brought the beach to our garden to celebrate National Ice Cream Day in style! Residents enjoyed delicious ice creams while relaxing in our seaside-themed garden, complete with beach decorations, plenty of laughter and, of course, ice cream! 

It was wonderful to see everyone reminiscing about holidays by the sea, sharing stories, and soaking up the sunshine together. It’s amazing how something as simple as an ice cream and a seaside atmosphere can spark conversations, bring back cherished memories, and create new ones together.

To celebrate Carers Week, we hosted a relaxing yoga session led by an external yoga instructor, Ellie. The session gave our wonderful staff an opportunity to unwind, focus on their wellbeing, and enjoy gentle exercises and mindfulness activities in a supportive environment. Thank you to everyone who joined us and a big thankyou to Ellie for hosting the session. 

What a wonderful afternoon we shared celebrating World Art Day with our Spring Paint & Sip event! 

Our residents, family and staff enjoyed a relaxed and joyful session filled with laughter, creativity, and plenty of colourful masterpieces. From delicate spring flowers to bold, expressive designs, each piece reflected the unique talents and personalities of our amazing residents.

It was lovely to see everyone socialising, trying something new, and taking pride in their artwork—all while enjoying refreshing drinks in great company.

A big thank you to everyone who took part and helped make the afternoon so special. We’re already looking forward to our next creative gathering!              

Mother’s Day is a day to show love, gratitude and appreciation to all the wonderful mums and caregivers everywhere. Residents and staff were spoilt with flowers and chocolates, lots of visitors and some enjoyed a scrumptious morning tea prepared by our kitchen team. Residents reminisced about their roles as mothers and what their favourite part about being a mum is. 

We reminisced about what kind of mums they were and their memories of their children growing up.   

Maple Leaf had a full day of celebrations for Valentine's Day! Throughout the day, residents throughout the home sang their hearts out to classic love songs. During the afternoon, loved ones were invited into the home for an afternoon tea prepared by our Chef, Conner. 

The room was decorated with hints of love everywhere you looked, and our couples expressed how much of a lovely afternoon they had had.  

On National Lemon Day, the residents and staff in our Memory Lane community enjoyed a refreshing and joyful Lemon-themed Party! Residents sipped on different lemonades while enjoying a slice of delicious lemon drizzle cake made by our chef. 

It was a wonderful celebration of friendships and reminiscing.    

Residents and staff enjoyed a wonderful afternoon celebrating National Picnic Week while also marking His Majesty The King’s Birthday a little early. The sunshine made the perfect backdrop for our outdoor picnic, where everyone gathered together to enjoy delicious refreshments, great company, and a relaxing atmosphere. 

The garden was filled with laughter, conversation, and music as residents sang along to familiar tunes and enjoyed spending time in the fresh air.

We have celebrated National Gardening Day with a wonderful trip out into the garden alongside our fabulous gardener Wendy. Residents enjoyed getting hands-on by helping to build new vegetable boxes, ready for planting in the coming weeks.

It was a lovely opportunity to spend time outdoors, take in the fresh air, and admire the beautiful flowers already in bloom. There were plenty of smiles, laughter, and shared memories as everyone connected with nature and each other.          

The 16th March marked the start of Nutrition and Hydration week. We had a top-notch banana visit by residents and staff with a selection of nutritious healthy foods and drinks for all to enjoy. 

Residents were thrilled to try delicious tasting smoothies that were blended with strawberries, kiwi, pineapple and much more. We were also recently joined by Rebecca from The Lincolnshire Nutritionist, who gave a presentation about health and wellbeing where everyone reported they learnt a lot.   

We had a delicious time celebrating National Pizza Day! Staff got into the spirit by dressing up as a giant pizza, which brought lots of smiles and laughter all around. 

Residents enjoyed delicious pizzas from the takeaway with a variety of different flavours, margarita, ham and pineapple, chicken and sweetcorn and pepperoni. Resident Joan shared that she had never had a pizza from a takeaway and when she took a bite of margarita she described it as heaven!