Grand old Bearsden lady clocks up 100th birthday

Marjorie Ada Chahin, better known as Margot, celebrated her 100th birthday at Antonine House Care Home at Bearsden recently.

The grand old lady’s lessons haven’t stopped yet as she shares some life wisdom.

She said: “Always find the positives in life and think about others before yourself.”
On her milestone birthday on December 10, Margot was spoilt by her family with banners and a photo album of her life.

Cards from well-wishers were also received, including one from the Queen.

To make her birthday as special as possible, staff at the care home, run by Meallmore Ltd, arranged for their chefs to bake Margot three cakes to spell out ‘100’.

Amanda King, care home manager said: “It was a privilege to celebrate such a milestone birthday with Margot.

“Our residents and staff had a wonderful time celebrating, and it was great to see the joy on Margot’s face. It was a really special day.”

Antonine House, located on Roman Road, provides care for its residents, including those living with dementia.

Earlier this year, staff at  Antonine House raised money for a nearby food bank by collectively cycling the distance of the Tour De France.

Care staff pedalled more than 2,000 miles on the exercise bike to fundraise for the Drumchapel Foodbank. The care home set a target of £1,000, which they reached, and more.

Dozens of team members at the  home racked up the miles in 15-minute stints during physical-distanced rest breaks from their shifts.
More info about Meallmore Ltd can be found at https://www.meallmore.co.uk/