Care home residents paid tribute to Dolly Parton with a themed tea party following news of her passing.
Challoner House nursing home in Chandlers Ford hosted the celebration after residents decided to dedicate their planned afternoon event to the country music legend.
Sarah Hayman, general manager at Challoner House, said: “This has been a successful afternoon and sparked a lot of memories for residents to talk about we have taken many great photos for families to cherish whilst remembering such an amazing lady”
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Residents, relatives, and staff dressed in cowboy hats and checked shirts to mark the occasion.
A country and western-themed photo booth was set up to capture the day.
One resident said: “I have always loved Dolly, her music has touched so many people, she will never be forgotten whilst her music is still being listened too”
Challoner House is run by Barchester Healthcare and provides residential, nursing, and dementia care for 47 residents.
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