Residents and care home staff have delivered cakes and cards to emergency service crews as a thank you for their service.
Homes across Dorset and the New Forest, including Colten Care sites, took part in the gestures as part of Emergency Services Day, also known as 999 Day.
Brook View home manager Lauren Steele and customer support advisor Shelley Morris visited the fire and rescue team at Bournemouth Airport to deliver treats.
Ms Steele said: "The team there gave us such a warm welcome, talked to us about their work, and even allowed us to sit in the engine and climb up on the roof.
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"It was a lovely opportunity to thank all firefighters for their dedicated work in keeping our communities safe."
Nearby, Bourne View in Poole delivered cakes to Redhill Park Fire Station.
In the New Forest, Linden House residents visited Lymington Police Station with cakes.
Resident Christine Stott said it was "a smashing day," while Frank O’Grady said he was "very happy to meet the police officers and visit the station".
Elaine Farrer, chief operating officer at Colten Care, said: "Our residents and colleagues are always keen to show their appreciation for the emergency services because they understand just how much these dedicated people do to keep our communities safe."
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