Rush Hill Mews, a care home in Bath, recently hosted a surprise birthday party for one of its residents who turned 100.
100-year-old Llewela Parrish at Rush Hill Mews care home in Bath | Photo © Care UK
Llewela Parrish marked her momentous occasion on 30th April with a special birthday celebration, transporting her back to the 1950s.
The event was held in the home’s lounge, which had been decorated with birthday banners and balloons.
Llewela was born in Kingsland, Herefordshire, in 1923. She joined the women’s branch of the British Army, the Auxiliary Territorial Service, aged just 16 when World War II broke out.
She was soon promoted to Corporal, and it was during this time that she met her future husband, Ken, who worked on military vehicles.
Llewela with her family during the celebrations | Photo © Care UK
The couple married in August 1950 at St Luke’s Church in Stoke Prior, Leominster, and had two daughters, Lyn and Claerwen.
The event was a chance for Llewela to celebrate with her family, friends, and fellow residents, and she enjoyed live entertainment featuring 1950s songs.
Caroline Carter, General Manager at Rush Hill Mews, said: “It was wonderful to listen to Llewela’s achievements from her family and friends and help her celebrate such a momentous birthday.
“Here at Rush Hill Mews, we work hard to support residents to lead fulfilling lives, and celebrating special occasions and birthdays plays a huge part in this. We love any excuse to celebrate the amazing people living here at Rush Hill Mews and Llewela’s birthday was no exception.
“We were honoured to raise a glass to her incredible life so far and are privileged to have her as part of our Rush Hill Mews family – cheers Llewela!”
