Babies bounced on parents' knees, toddlers danced around the room and crackers were pulled with the elderly care home residents in their armchairs as everyone sang along to a medley of Christmas songs.
Following 30 minutes of festive-themed joyful chaos, the multigenerational group spanning almost 100 years of age between them chatted over mince pies.
For Kathleen Page, 89, the weekly Songs and Smiles sessions held in the lounge of her care home in east London have brought her happiness and a sense of belonging.
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