A birthday party in honour of Giuseppa Mercieca, who turned 100 (pictured), was held at the Cospicua Home for the elderly, operated by CareMalta.

Giuseppa, originally from Paola, was never married and had eight siblings who she looked after with her mother by helping with house chores and cooking. Her brother, Fr Gwakkin, said she was very dedicated to the family and spent most of her time at home taking care of everyone around her. In fact, in a lifetime she only visited Valletta once since she chose to spend her life close to home.

The event started off with Mass held in the home’s chapel, followed by a reception during which Giuseppa was presented with a bouquet of flowers and a gift by CareMalta CEO Natalie Briffa Farrugia, while The Greenfields kept residents entertained.

Parliamentary Secretary for Active Ageing, Anthony Agius Decelis, was a special guest at the occasion.

The event was catered by CaterEssence Ltd, which forms part of Vassallo Group.

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