A resident from Bromsgrove has shared her secret to living a long life after celebrating her 100th birthday. 

Joyce Lovell, who is a resident at Care UK's Chandler Court, was born in Rotherham on August 3 1924. 

She later moved to Cambridgeshire where she lived with her husband Bill for many happy years. 

The couple had five daughters and now share six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. 

Growing up Ms Lovell enjoyed playing tennis and watching Wimbledon every year with the mother-of-five working as a medical secretary at her local GP surgery. 

On the big day, the team at Chandler Court on Recreation Road adorned the home with balloons and banners and welcomed Ms Lovell's family and friends for the celebrations. 

Head chef Alex Millichamp also specially prepared her birthday cake with Ms Lovell sharing some words of wisdom on how to live a long life. 

She said: "The secret to a long life is no alcohol as I've never drank, and lots and lots of sleep."

Tina Lilly, home manager at Chandler Court, said: "It was an honour to celebrate Joyce's birthday with her. 

"She is a beloved resident at Chandler Court and we all had a lovely time marking this tremendous milestone. 

"Everything we do centres around supporting residents to live fulfilling lives, which is why we are always eager to mark special occasions. 

"Joyce's 100th birthday was no exception and it was a delight to hear her sound advice for living a long and happy life."

Chandler Court is a state-of-the-art care home, which provides full-time residential, dementia and nursing care, as well as short-term respite care.

Designed to enable its residents to live enjoyable and fulfilling lives, the care home has its very own cinema, café and hair salon, and there is plenty of space, both indoors and out, for relaxation and recreation. 

To find out more about Chandler Court call customer relations manager Rebecca Pearce on 01527 907 849, or email rebecca.pearce@careuk.com 

For more information visit careuk.com/chandler-court