Grandmother, 82, wins law change so she can enjoy Happy Hour at care home
Anita Le Brun, the face of a campaign to allow for alcohol to be served at care homes without a licence, is celebrating its success.
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"I'm very proud, because everybody's so excited about it."
— Anita LeBrun , Activist
"Growing older shouldn't mean giving up the traditions and freedoms you've enjoyed your whole life."
— Tim Walz , Politician
"Let them drink!"
— Lillian Droniak , Celebrity
Key People
Anita LeBrun is an 82-year-old grandmother who championed a law change to allow alcohol served at assisted living facilities.
Kevin Droniak is the grandson of Lillian Droniak, a TikTok star who shares her experiences online.
Lillian Droniak, also known as 'Grandma Droniak', is a 96-year-old TikTok star with over 15 million followers.
Tim Walz is the Governor of Minnesota.
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Anita Le Brun, the face of a campaign to allow for alcohol to be served at care homes without a licence, is celebrating its success.
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