Residents and staff at Austen House in Lower Earley celebrated all things Irish for St Patrick’s Day last weekend.
The home was decorated with shamrocks and everyone dressed in green to mark the day.
St Patrick’s Day observes the death of St Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, but the day has come to be a huge celebration of Irish heritage and culture.
Staff and residents at the home marked the day by making shamrock decorations, going on a virtual tour of Ireland, learning Irish dances and enjoying a live music show that took place at the home.
Local singer Jim performed a selection of Irish songs including Molly Malone, The Irish Rover, Danny Boy, The Belle of Belfast City and more.
Residents joined in with the singing, clapping and dancing and sampled some Guinness too.
General manager Simona Cioinac said: “Our residents had a brilliant day.
“I think we all agree St Patrick’s Day is the best of all the saints’ days.
Brenda, a resident at Austen House, added: “I really liked making the shamrock decorations, and the virtual tour of Ireland brought back so many memories of holidays.
“It was wonderful to reminisce about the trips we had all taken.”
