A CARE home resident in Whitchurch had one of her bucket list wishes ticked off after she met a crew of firefighters.

Geraldine Head, known as Dee, who lives at Berehill House, in Newbury Road, received a surprise visit from firefighters after she had longed to meet one.

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Basingstoke Gazette: Dream come true for Dee at Berehill HouseLearning of Dee’s wish, the team from Whitchurch fire station were happy to oblige. Not only did she get to meet the crew, Dee also got to ride in the fire engine, use the firehose and have a cup of tea with them too.

The visit is part of the home’s mission to discover each resident’s bucket list and work their magic to make their wish come true.

A home spokesperson said: “The dedicated team at Berehill House care home are going above and beyond to add a smile to their residents’ faces. Care home manager, Michelle, and the activities coordinator have been on a mission to discover each resident’s bucket list and working their magic to make their wish come true.”