Birthday celebrations at MHA Charnwood House as resident turns 102

Birthday celebrations were on the menu at MHA Charnwood House as one of the residents celebrated her 102nd birthday.

Jean McCluskey, a resident at the Coventry home spent the day with her son Ian and his family.

The home decorated the main lounge, and the unit Jean stays on with birthday decorations and balloons.

Jean's family bought in some food to enjoy with her as well as Jean's wedding dress which she wore in 1947.

She was also treated to a happy birthday song from ‘Elvis’ which was a nice surprise.

Victoria Brown, activity coordinator said: “Jean is a very quiet lady and said she wanted no fuss for her birthday.

“We made a montage of her time at the home and stuck the pictures around her room.

“She was a little under the weather on the day and it got a bit too much for her.

“Jean loves getting involved in whichever activity we do at the home and can still touch her toes when sitting down.

“She loves knitting and knits and wears cardigans made by herself.

“She spent the day with family and Facetimed her grandson who lives in Australia.

“Seeing her wedding dress, which she wore 76 years ago was nice for her and overall, it was a great day for her.”