She had afternoon tea, chatted to those in attendance, presented awards and sat with residents as they were entertained by the fabulous Monica McGuigan.
She also met some of the home’s oldest residents, including 101 years-old Lily Canning; 100 years-old Edith Gallagher and Fr. Michael Keaveney, who this year will celebrate his 99th year.
The home’s manager, Louise Carroll thanked the mayor for taking time out to attend the event and for going around to meet all the home’s residents. She also paid tribute to her wonderful staff for their dedication and continued support.
The Mayor was also given a tour of the building as well as promising to return before her year of office is over.
1. Longfield Care Home resident, 100 years-young Lily Canning gives the Mayor, Lillian Seenoi-Barr her rendition of 'Danny Boy' during Thursday's 25th anniversary celebrations. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography)
Longfield Care Home resident, 100 years-young Lily Canning gives the Mayor, Lillian Seenoi-Barr her rendition of 'Danny Boy' during Thursday's 25th anniversary celebrations. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography) Photo: JMcC
2. Fr. Michael Keaveney, a resident of Longfield Care Home pictured with Louise Carroll, Home Manager and Mayor, Lillian Seenoi-Barr on Thursday.
Fr. Michael Keaveney, a resident of Longfield Care Home pictured with Louise Carroll, Home Manager and Mayor, Lillian Seenoi-Barr on Thursday. Photo: JMcC
3. Longfield Care Home resident, 100 years-young Lily Canning gives the Mayor, Lillian Seenoi-Barr gets a look at the Mayoral Chain of Office during Thursday's 25th anniversary celebrations. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography)
Longfield Care Home resident, 100 years-young Lily Canning gives the Mayor, Lillian Seenoi-Barr gets a look at the Mayoral Chain of Office during Thursday's 25th anniversary celebrations. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography) Photo: JMcC
4. ANNIVERSARY CAKE. . . .The Mayor, Lillian Seenoi-Barr bringing some of the anniversary cake to Longfield Care Home resident 100 years-old Edith Gallagher on Thursday. Centre is Edith's daughter Margaret.
ANNIVERSARY CAKE. . . .The Mayor, Lillian Seenoi-Barr bringing some of the anniversary cake to Longfield Care Home resident 100 years-old Edith Gallagher on Thursday. Centre is Edith's daughter Margaret. Photo: JMcC