Music Share for Seniors is an organization dedicated to reducing senior social isolation through personalized music-based programs and meaningful social interaction.
Our mission is to spark moments of connection, lucidity, and joy, helping seniors rediscover a sense of community and a feeling of belonging.
Julian Powell founded Music Share for Seniors in 2017, after seeing how deeply social isolation was affecting older adults.
Julian was inspired by the "Meals on Wheels" model of providing in-person services that are tailored to the needs of vulnerable members of the community.
Music Share for Seniors was initially recognized by RECODE @ Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) and received funding to pilot the project.
Since 2017 the organization has continued to grow, and now reaches an average of 250 seniors each month.
We bring personalized music playlists to older adults living in healthcare facilities, thoughtfully curated to reflect their unique histories, backgrounds, and preferences.
By reconnecting them with familiar music, we aim to spark positive memories, moments of clarity, and a sense of connection to their past.
Our trained volunteers and placement students help deliver this meaningful experience by engaging seniors in listening and conversation centred around the music they cherish most.
Music Share for Seniors' mission is to deliver our unique programming to as many isolated seniors as possible.
We work hand in hand with the healthcare facilities we serve in order to reduce the amount of time older adults spend isolated from their community.
Currently, our programming is provided to seniors at 14 facilities across the GTA operated by organizations including: Sienna Senior Living, AgeCare, Chartwell, Aspira, Extendicare, and The Baycrest Centre.
Music Share for Seniors is always looking for new volunteers who want to share fun and meaningful moments with our participants.
Join us and find out how you can help make a difference in the lives of isolated seniors living in care facilities!
