Celebrity guest Gloria Hunniford surprises Windsor care home residents

Residents at a care home in Windsor welcomed a celebrity guest to celebrate its fifth anniversary.

Television presenter and radio broadcaster Gloria Hunniford surprised residents at Care UK’s Mountbatten Grange care home to mark the milestone.

During her visit to the Helston Lane care home, Gloria spent time with both residents and members of the team.

She took a tour of the home before tucking into a homemade afternoon tea and helping to cut the birthday cake.

The care home was adorned with Christmas decorations and balloons to mark the occasion.

Patricia Friis, 91, said “It was a pleasure and lovely surprise to have someone so special take the time to come and celebrate with us, we enjoyed the jokes and listening to her stories.”

Resident Pauline Robinson said: “It was very nice and pleasant to meet Gloria she spent time with each of the residents which was lovely to see.

“Gloria didn’t rush in talking and she was very interested in the conversations she was having with us.”

Debbie Winwood, home manager at Mountbatten Grange, said: “We are all big fans of Gloria Hunniford here at Mountbatten Grange, and the residents were thrilled to have her join in their celebrations.

“The whole team worked hard to organise our birthday bash, and I am delighted to say their efforts paid off – the event was a huge success.

“I would like to say a big thank you to Gloria for visiting us on our special day, and to everyone who makes Mountbatten Grange an amazing place to call home, and for helping to make the day extra special.

“It’s certainly been a busy five years. We’ve welcomed some real characters to the home, built relationships with brilliant local organisations, and worked hard to create a homely environment for everyone who spends time with us here.

“We’re excited to see what’s in store for the next five years and beyond.”