Kathleen here loved the 1960s so it was only right that her 95th birthday was a ‘groovy’ one she wouldn’t forget
Kathleen had quite a fewduring her life including working as an usherette in a theatre, being employed as a shoe fitter and even working for Rolls Royce as a clerical assistant, but her favourite role was working as a florist. She said: “I loved putting the flowers together and making beautiful bouquets and arrangements, perhaps that’s my link back to the 60s flower power.
as I still love to bake and get creative with my cake decorating. I’ve made quite a few cakes since living here - I haven’t had any complaints about them, so hopefully everyone enjoys them.”The home’s care team know how much Kathleen loved the 1960s so made sure her special day was a ‘groovy’ one she wouldn’t forget.
Kathleen said: “I’m so happy living here, the carers are so kind. I spend time with friends and I also enjoy time on my own in my room playing cards, I never get bored, there just isn’t time. I don’t believe there is a secret to a long and happy life, I believe you just live your life to the fullest, every day, which seems to be working for me.”
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