Community Gateway Association resident Edith reaches one of life's milestones...

When you think back 100 years to 1909 the world was a very different place than today. Woolworths had just opened its first store.

• A manual worker earned 23 shillings a week, 
• A dozen eggs costing a shilling
• A pound of butter 1s2d 
•  A pint of beer two shillings.
• A pair of ladies’ shoes cost 7s11d, a man’s suit 6s11d and a girl’s school frock 2s8d.

Community Gateway Association (CGA) resident Edith Harwood who recently reached the milestone of 100 years old, it was a time for celebration and reflection on a life that has seen many changes not only in the world but also in her home town of Preston.

Edith lives at Almelo House one of CGA's sheltered accommodation properties,  joined by family and friends a surprise party was arranged to commemorate the day.

Rose Kinsella Chair of CGA's Board and Dave Warlow Director of Operations presented Edith with flowers and best wishes from colleagues at CGA to honour this outstanding achievement .

As is traditional for someone who reaches 100, Edith received her card from the Queen, and also other cards and presents from well-wishers and family members from across the country who wanted to be part of the occasion.

Rose Kinsella commenting on “I was honoured to of been invited to meet Edith and to represent CGA at her 100th Birthday celebrations. It was lovely to see all her friends and family celebrating a wonderful lady. The residents at Almelo House think of her very fondly and it was great to see everyone enjoying themselves at the party”

Sally Stokes Scheme Manager at Almelo House “ The residents at Almelo House wanted to make sure Edith’s 100th birthday was celebrated in style and it was fantastic to see her joined by everyone at the scheme and her family.”

Edith commenting on her Party : I would like to thank everyone for coming to my Birthday celebrations it was a lovely day”