A CARE home resident in Poole celebrated her 102nd birthday by being reunited with her son.

Pam Primavesi, who stays at Elizabeth House care home in Dolbery Road, has a new neighbour after her son Michael Primavesi moved into the room next door

The care home marked the big occasion with an afternoon tea, banners, balloons and decorations, alongside the other residents from the care home, as well as opening a range of cards and gifts, with bunches of flowers to decorate her room.

Ms Primavesi was in the Women’s Auxiliary Air Force during the war before getting married to husband Basil, who she travelled to Egypt with for his work.

Together they welcomed three sons, Michael, William, and John.

Speaking about her big birthday, she said: “The secret to reaching 102 is smiles and laughter.

“My son, Michael, is very happy to be here. I loved sharing our first lunchtime together.

“Now that he’s next door to me, it’s wonderful because we can tap on the wall to each other when we’re not together.”

Mr Primavesi taught English language and media to college students in Peterborough before moving to Dorset with his wife, Anna.

Michael has always had a keen interest in sport and participated in many triathlons, which once saw him win the over-60s category of the Bournemouth International Triathlon, as well as a host of other medals over the years.

Mr Primavesi said it was “fantastic” to be sharing the home with his mum who he “absolutely loves”.

He said: “The staff are nice, and the food is very good.

“I also like looking at the flowers in the garden.”

Elouise Powell, home manager at Elizabeth House, said: “It was a special moment to see mother and son reunited under the same roof, just as Pam and Michael would’ve done years ago.

“They enjoy chatting and participating in activities with other residents, both in our communal areas and during one-to-one activities in their rooms.

“At Care South, we like to make every resident feel special and include their families in the care experience, so it’s wonderful to have Pam and Michael living here together.”

Elizabeth House provides residential, respite, and dementia care. There is a dedicated activities team on site who organise a daily programme of events to bring residents together to socialise and build friendships.

Elizabeth House features individual rooms for residents with a choice of communal lounges, including a large conservatory area, overlooking a landscaped garden and patio offering peace and tranquillity, as well as an onsite hairdressing salon.

For more information about the care services available, go to care-south.co.uk or call Care South on 01202 712463.