The Celebration of Ageing Well, held at Aldersgate on Tuesday, recognised four residents who had seen 90th birthdays over the past year.

Staff members with service of five, 10, 15, and 40 years were also presented with awards.

Stories were shared by members of the community about the history of nearby Glen Dhu school and Coats Patons wool mill.

Knitted wool was draped through the corridors. 

Paying tribute to the mill and the connection many hold to it, a display was also created in the reception area from items crafted in the centre’s knitting room by residents, staff, and volunteers alike.

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