Daily Life at Holly Lodge
At Mariposa Care, we believe that exceptional care is about more than physical support – it’s about providing our residents with opportunities each day that enrich their overall health and wellbeing.
Every resident is unique, which is why daily life here is shaped around individual interests, hobbies and goals. Whether that means joining a group activity, spending time with friends, enjoying a favourite hobby or taking up a new one, we support residents to spend their days in ways that bring them happiness and purpose.
Spaces to Enjoy
There is always something happening here at Holly Lodge with many opportunities for residents to socialise, stay active and enjoy new experiences both within our home and out in the local community.
With many thoughtfully designed areas of the home, residents can enjoy:
- Cosy yet spacious lounges
- Landscaped Gardens with Patio Seating
- Hair & Beauty Salon
- Dedicated Activity Room
- Luxurious Dining Rooms
- Modern and bright bedrooms with ensuite wetrooms
These spaces help create a welcoming environment where residents can enjoy both companionship and independence.
Tailored Activities & Events
Our activities programme is developed with residents at its heart. By listening to their interests, hobbies and aspirations, we create a varied activities and events calendar that offers something for everyone.
Regular activities may include:
- Arts and crafts
- Live entertainment
- Exercise and wellbeing sessions
- Gardening
- Baking and cooking
- Quizzes and games
- Community visits
- Seasonal celebrations
- Religious services
- Day trips and outings
Alongside these planned activities, we encourage spontaneous moments of enjoyment, whether that’s a coffee with friends, a walk in the garden or spending time with visiting family members.
We welcome loved ones to our homes every day, and will be happy to provide assistance and refreshments for friends/families wherever we can.
Where to Find Us
Find Holly Lodge on the map below — please find our full address to the right for directions:
Office address
Maddison Street, Shildon, County Durham, DL4 1NX
Wellbeing & Enrichment
Our commitment to wellbeing extends across everything we do. Alongside the daily activities and events organised by our wellbeing team, residents can also benefit from engaging Oomph! Wellness sessions, workbooks and activities.
These experiences provide additional opportunities for residents to stay active, build new community connections through the platform and enjoy enriching experiences tailored to their interests.
Our Wellbeing Team
The vibrant atmosphere at Holly Lodge is made possible by our dedicated Wellbeing Coordinators, who are supported by our Community and Engagement Lead.
Working closely with residents, they create a varied programme of activities, events and experiences that reflects individual interests and preferences. Their passion, creativity and commitment help ensure there is always something to look forward to, while encouraging residents to remain active, connected and engaged in the life of the home.
Meet the Manager
Dawn Heppell-Mashall
We are proud to have Dawn Heppell-Marshall as Home Manager at Holly Lodge Care Home, bringing over 30 years of experience in health and social care to her role. Dawn is passionate about delivering exceptional, person-centred care and believes it begins with truly knowing each resident as an individual. At Holly Lodge, Dawn is committed to creating a well-led, supportive home where residents feel valued, safe and able to enjoy each day to the fullest.
Speak with us
If you would like to find out more about daily life at Holly Lodge, or how we could support your loved one to live their best possible lives with us – get in touch below.