A care home in Dorset has helped make a resident’s dream come true by taking her to her granddaughter’s wedding.
Dorothy, a resident of Upton Bay Care Home, was able to attend the special day thanks to support from the care team, who knew how much the occasion meant to her.
She was accompanied to the wedding by her son Jon and daughter-in-law Tia.
Mevin Sohorye, general manager at Upton Bay, said: "We believe that every moment is worth cherishing.
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"We want everyone we care for to know how important they are to us here at Upton Bay care home.
"It is testament to the hard work and dedication of the team here in making our residents’ dreams come true.
"It was wonderful to see how happy Dorothy was."
Dorothy was overjoyed to share the special day with her closest family and witness the beautiful beginning of Stefanie and Carl’s next chapter.
Upton Bay Care Home, operated by Barchester Healthcare, provides dementia, residential, and respite care for 68 residents.
The care home supports both short-term respite stays and long-term care needs, focusing on delivering personalised care.
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