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Betty Challis, a resident at MHA Westbury Grange on her 100th birthday

Birthday celebrations at MHA Davids House as resident turns 100 with two birthday parties

Resident at MHA Morel Court completes wish of walking down disused railway line thanks to Seize the Day initiative

MHA The Homestead welcomes Care Home Open Week with music festival

That’s such a heartwarming story! Betty Challis sounds like an incredible woman — a centenarian who served in the WRNS during WWII, worked in aviation, and celebrated her 100th surrounded by love and respect. The telegram from the King and visits from the Mayor and MP make it even more special.

Her secret to a long life is a great mystery — sometimes it’s the little everyday things or just a bit of luck.

Secret to a long life “would be telling” says resident at MHA Westbury Grange celebrating 100th birthday.

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Birthday celebrations at MHA Davids House as resident turns 100 with two birthday parties

Resident at MHA Morel Court completes wish of walking down disused railway line thanks to Seize the Day initiative

MHA The Homestead welcomes Care Home Open Week with music festival