Music In Nursing Home Ministry
Music is an integeral part of ministering to the elderly in nursing homes. We have found that music has a way of lifting their hearts and their spirits, and seems to reach even the most distant souls. Many residents have grown up in the church, with its rich music background and others will identify with songs from their generation, both religious and secular. We have found that some songs are easy to sing even when the musician doesn't show. Other songs are very well recieved by the residents, and at times they sing along even though they may have trouble with ordinary conversation. We would like to share our favorites.