It was a day of celebration at Windmill Lodge Care Home last week as residents and team members celebrated Rosa’s 90th birthday.
This was a big milestone in Rosa’s life, so the team wanted to ensure it was a special and memorable occasion. To do this, they organised a surprise birthday party and invited her daughter, Sandra to be a part of the celebrations.
Ahead of the day, the team decorated her bedroom and a lounge with birthday balloons, banners and decorations.
Rosa was delighted to see the effort everyone had gone to and received a warm welcome when she entered the lounge on her birthday, where her friends and team members were waiting. They said happy birthday to Rosa and handed her cards and gifts.
The team played Rosa’s favourite music throughout the day and enjoyed listening to her life stories and the memorable moments she recalled.
Later in the day, the team brought in birthday cake, and everyone sang happy birthday. Rosa did the honours and cut the cake, before relaxing with a slice and a drink.
Rosa had a wonderful day surrounded by her friends, family and the people who care for her. At the end of the day, she said, “Thank you all for coming.”