Jersey Care Homes

Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, Music in Action has hosted virtual music sessions in care home residents on the island. Local Jersey musicians meet with residents, who are often in isolation, to spread live music and joy virtually over Zoom. The outcome has been remarkable for both the musicians as well as the residents.

Sam Walwyn playing at Maison La Corderie

Sam Walwyn playing at Maison La Corderie

One of our coordinating partners, Daisy from Lakeside Manor Care Home, commented:

They loved it! Thank you so much. It made their afternoon. They (the residents) absolutely loved it and we look forward to hearing and see you and your fellow musicians again. They like to clap, and if they know the words, they sing along. We have musical instruments, so they use bells, drums and the triangle to play along too.

In 2020 we worked with many different care homes on the island including Maison La Corderie, Pinewood Residential Home, Lakeside Care Home, and Silver Springs Care Home providing a connection through music to over 250 residents.

With a musician like that, you need to clap! Thank you very much. You’ve made my afternoon! - Ken

Ed and Dido Webb perform from their home to residents in isolation

Ed and Dido Webb perform from their home to residents in isolation

My father was a noted tenor, and I used to play piano for him… it's been a great pleasure, thank you. - Audrey

Thanks to the generosity of Music in Action’s donors, we are continuing this needed work as we battle with the struggles brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic. Music has the ability to connect people, and most of us have, at times, felt moved or comforted by music. It is inspiring to see the impact music has had on Jersey’s care home community. ​These experiences are transformative and truly life-changing. The power of live music, the life-enhancing properties are proved to us again and again.

When I start singing, I can remember. I love it when the music comes on, something triggers me - Marion.

To support our continued work, please consider making a donation. Your generosity makes an impact and helps us create transformative experiences through music. www.musicjersey.com/support-us