At Amberwood Care Home, birthdays are always special, but when a beloved resident turns 100, it’s cause for an extra-special celebration. That’s exactly what happened when Margie Palmer marked her milestone birthday on April 20th – and thanks to a heartwarming nomination from Katie Wade, Pollard’s Promises was able to send a birthday surprise fit for a centenarian.

Margie has a love for chocolate, sweets, snacks, flowers, and plants, and she absolutely adores classical singing, with Andrea Bocelli topping her list of favourites. With these thoughtful details in mind, we put together a personalised gift hamper to help make her 100th birthday as joyful and meaningful as possible.

And what was Margie’s favourite item in the hamper?
“She’s very fond of the teddy – it was her favourite gift!”

We're honoured to have been part of Margie's special day, a woman whose warmth and spirit have touched so many lives over her century of living.

Margie, thank you for inspiring us with your grace, joy, and love of the little things that make life sweet.

Know someone in care who deserves to be celebrated?
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