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Smiles all around as 104 year old Doris celebrate in style

Doris Hayward celebrated her 104^th birthday with a party, surrounded by friends and family, at her home in Speedwell Court care home for older people in Southampton.

Asked in advance how she would like to mark her special day, the home went to extra effort to fulfil Doris’ wish for an afternoon cream tea, a pianist for entertainment, and a delicious jam and fresh cream sponge birthday cake.

Justine Owen, Customer Relations Manager, oversaw the celebrations. She said, “I think she was a little surprised by all the fuss she received, but as you can see from the photos, she is all smiles.”