TWO care homes are opening their doors and inviting residents to join them for open days.

Haven Lodge, on Reckitts Close, Clacton, and Little Holland Hall, on Frinton Road, are holding family-friendly events to mark Care Home Open Day.

The aim is of the initiative is to boost relationships between care homes and the community.

Haven Lodge is celebrating the Queen’s 92nd birthday complete with afternoon tea and live music on Friday, April 20, from 2pm to 4pm.

Little Holland Hall will be celebrating the following day from 1.30pm to 4pm and guests can enjoy American-themed celebrations, with a barbecue and live entertainment.

Little Holland Hall manager James Foord, said: “We believe that building relationships with the local community is incredibly important in enriching the lives of residents.”

Haven Lodge boss Dave Connolly added: “Care Home Open Day is a brilliant way of getting to know our neighbours even better.”