Rose joins her son Gary at Kings Lynn

A resident at Kings Lynn care home has been joined by his mother at the home.

Gary Stevens, 74, moved into the care home on Kettlewell Lane in November 2022. Gary has Parkinsons’ and is supported by the care team at the home which supports up to 45 residents. Gary is an ardent West Ham United fan who enjoys watching his favourite team and most other sports on TV, along with crime dramas. He also enjoys jigsaw puzzles and reading John Grisham novels.

His mother, Rose, joined him at the home at the end of February. Aged 95, she enjoys quizzes and chatting with other people. She is excited about moving into the home from her current home in Canvey Island in Essex.

Co-Manager at Kings Lynn care home Sally Haynes admits it’s an unusual situation: “I don’t think it’s something I’ve come across before in my long career in care. Gary’s been with us for two and a half years and we’re pleased to be supporting him. We were delighted when his family asked if Rose could come to live at the home. She is settling in well and it must be lovely for them to be back living together again. I’m sure she’s going to be keeping an eye on her son!”