Amberlea serves up Christmas pudding fun

December 22, 2022 9:00am

Dec 22, 2022 9:00am

Residents of Amberlea Rest Home in Algies Bay were treated to a special Christmas lunch last week, their first Christmas celebration with family as guests in three years. A spokesperson for the home said it was wonderful to be able to reunite residents and family at this special time of year. The lunch catered for 54 residents and 46 guests.

Among those enjoying the treats was Jeune Langer who, at 102 years old, is the oldest resident at the home. She is pictured with daughter Carol Langer.

Cherie Final brought her mother’s dog Ruby-Jane to celebrate with Judith Cook.

Three generations – Cynthia Macdonald, of Snells Beach, celebrated with daughter and granddaughter, Cynthia and Holly Wigg.

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