The music never stops at Littlehampton care home

They say music has a way of bringing people together, soothing the soul and placing a smile on our faces. This is the belief at Norden House Care Home, and that’s why music has become such an important part of the weekly entertainment schedule. From bands to singers and even violinists, the music never stops.

Over the past few weeks residents of the Care Home have been treated to a variety of musical delights. First up they were moved with classical covers by violinist Mark Anstead. Mark, who has over 15 years of experience performing, delivered a variety of songs from musicals, theatre and even jazz. The residents, and even staff, were simply mesmerised by his performance. This was followed by the brilliantly lively and passionate singer, Kerry Le Bern, who delivered hits from the 40’s to the 80’s. Her performances, which the residents can’t get enough of, was once again a hit for all.

‘Every time a musician performs for our residents, they are so enthused and filled with joy. It is so moving to see them singing and dancing along to the songs’ commented Ellaine Navarro, Care Home Manager.

The performances didn’t end there though; the Care Home had allowed a local guitar group from a U3A to practice in one of their spare rooms. In return, the group put on a wonderful show for the residents. The band played hits from John Denver, such as Take me Home & Leaving on a jet plane. To truly capture the beauty of the day, upon finishing their set, lead guitarist Rod said ‘We will be back’ only to have a resident shout ‘Please do!’. A lovely, heartwarming moment.

These musical performances all intertwine with HMT's MAGIC Care Model. The MAGIC model was designed around the focus of the individuals under their care, building relationships and delivering what matters most to them. Each week, staff spend time understanding what residents enjoy, what they would like to see more of and how best they can curate care for them. This has led to multiple musical performances as they’re always received with such a positive reception. By focusing on person-centred care, the teams are able to deliver a sense of belonging, purpose and enjoyment which resonates throughout every performance at the Care Home.