A care home in Stansted marked Diwali, the festival of light, with an afternoon celebrating Hindu culture.
Residents at Mountfitchet House, which is run by Care UK, learnt about traditional outfits, food and dancing.
Nina from Mountfitchet House's lifestyle team brought in a host of saris, bindis and bangles for staff and residents to try on. She also brought in some traditional homemade treats including bhajis and samosas for everyone to enjoy.
Some of the home's team members performed a traditional Indian dance for the residents.
Dr. Clare Bell, a resident at Mountfitchet House, said: "When I was younger, I spent a few months in India training to be a doctor, but I never got the chance to celebrate Diwali.
"I’ve really enjoyed learning more about the culture and the traditions associated with the festival and it was a lovely way to reflect on my own experiences of Indian culture too."
Home manager Joanna Duke said: "Residents love the opportunity to try new things and were delighted when some of our team members suggested celebrating Diwali.
"None of the residents had celebrated Diwali before, so this was a fantastic opportunity for them to learn more about the Hindu festival of light and why it’s important."
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