Salisbury care home resident celebrates 99th birthday with a Flake 99

The sweet treat is a birthday wish come true

Author: Jess PaynePublished 10th Jun 2023

Stella Parsons was given a special visit by an ice cream van to receive the only present on her Birthday list - a Flake 99 for her 99th!

Stella Parsons told carers at Colten Care's Braemar Lodge of her wish for the ice cream treat to mark the special occasion.

Fat Sam's Ice Creams arrived at the care home on Stratford Road, Salisbury to deliver the gift.

"I can't believe you managed to get an ice-cream van here for me," Stella said "I love an ice cream with a flake in it."

Stella enjoying her Flake 99!

But the delivery wasn't without it's hiccups for the care home.

The team had to act quickly when the original van they tried to arrange for Stella's surprise was unable to make it.

Customer Support Advisor Tanya Williams issued an appeal for a replacement on social media and Fat Sam came to the rescue.

"The appeal worked, delighting Stella," Tanya said.

"As it turned out, residents, families and staff alike were able to enjoy an ice-cream. the weather was perfect, with sunshine and smiles all the way."

Stella's daughters and niece were there to celebrate the occasion.

"It was just what I wanted," Stella said, "perfect!"

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