It’s all about safety…and smiles! Let’s bring back joy. Music has the ability to heal the soul, so how about a LIVE concert outside your window? There are so many local performers who are unable to showcase their talent properly right now: schools, academies, or some just learning to try a new talent. This site is a way to allow residents in a facility (who are shut-in for safety) to watch a performance outside their window- safely. You are just a phone-call away from happiness.
We respect our residents! To sign-up, we ask that one main contact from your facility coordinate the listing (such as a Director of Life Enrichment or Activity Coordinator). First, list your facility on this site. Then, when you are ready, determine the number of residents interested and dates/times that work for your ‘concert’. Lastly, connect with the talent!
The performers will show up at the designated times and remain outside, then call the phone number you post to a window (to allow the resident to speak with a performer and listen), and perform for the requested time slots. Depending on your facility (or the performers available that week/month), the concerts are tailored to your needs.
Ideas to consider:
- Individual windows: One resident to look out and watch a performance. Post a phone number to that room window. Listen via phone when the performer calls in. Enjoy meeting a new friend or future pen-pal.
- Main window for viewing with a speaker. Bring a few residents at a time to watch out one window (depending on how many may safely watch at once, you may consider more than one concert).
- Ideas are endless. Get creative and see what works best for you.
Do you sing, play an instrument or even dance? Maybe you are the coordinator of a group of talented performers? If you are willing to drive to a local facility, please use our free directory to find residents looking to watch your performer. What a great way to practice, gain confidence, and get out of the house for a little while!
You will coordinate with the main facility contact (times, number of performers requested, etc.) and stay outside the facility to perform. The coordinator can meet you (please wear a mask for this part) and direct your performers exactly where to go. When you arrive at a window, simply call the number listed and speak with the resident/s in view. Remember your cell phone- and have fun!
For the safety of your performer, please consider weather and terrain when attempting to perform. Remember, this is for free fun and experience. Each facility may have a liability waiver as they are not held responsible for the elements of nature. Also, please just check with the coordinator to see if pictures are allowed. Safety is priority, therefore if you do not feel safe at the facility, please speak with the coordinator immediately. We hope you have a wonderful time and bring home great memories! Maybe your performer will have made a new friend in the process (pen-pals are encouraged!). You must be 18 years or older to coordinate on this site.
