Jenny, Activities Co-Ordinator, Primley View Care Home, July 2017.Ĭontact Gavin on 07873 472 135 for more details and booking. Please keep in touch and hope it's not to long before we see you again. Thank you so very much for a fantastic afternoon. ![]() You have an amazing beautiful voice and we feel privileged that you have come to entertain us with it today. Everyone enjoyed themselves, and everyone has asked when you will come to sing for us again. "Gavin, I had to text and thank you soooooo much for such a brilliant afternoon. We will all miss Gavin very much but wish him all the best for the future".Īymi Brown, Home Manager, Meadowside Residential Home. Gavin is always very polite and kind natured and always entertains when he is here. All the residents really look forward to Gavin coming in and always speak very fondly of him. "Gavin Frank has been attending Meadowside on a monthly basis for more than 2 years to entertain the residents with his wonderful vocals and guitar playing. Heather Manktelow, Occupational Therapist, Primley Court Nursing Home. Gavin is a very gentle man of a calm disposition and is always a joy to have performing for us." The songs often bring back memories of the past for people and gets them reminiscing about days gone by. Our residents love his visits-they sing along and move to the music. If Gavin doesn't already have the songs the residents request in his repertoire, he will go away and learn them to make the songs he sings meaningful to the residents. "Gavin sings and plays the guitar beautifully. Sarah Cooney, Activities Co-ordinator, Brambledown Nursing Home. ![]() I am sure that your clients will enjoy Gavin visiting you as much as ours do.” Gavin has shown immense empathy with our clients, a quality which is enriched by his obvious love for music and people. He is very aware of the need for therapeutic music sessions and offers a range of various types of songs. All of which the clients thoroughly enjoy. Decrease unrest Unique experiences related to pleasant periods of life awaken Mood improvement Relieve thoughts of grief and grief Music Activities to Try Many of these music activities for seniors are designed for group settings, like at a nursing home. “Gavin has been visiting Brambledown Nursing Home for 4 years now, playing the guitar and singing. The Meadow Care home, Muswell Hill, Oct 30th 2015. The residents and staff really liked it! Will book you again soon." Gavin, thanks great show at The Meadow last night Rupert Alexander, Activities Coordinator, Wellesley Rd Care Home, Feedback from residents - overwhelmingly positive!" During the Christmas season, carols and seasonal songs are provided. ![]() His repertoire ranges from World War I & II songs, children's songs, folk songs, and even hymns as well as many classics. Gavin is an experienced Voice Facilitator and is therefore adept at making people feel at ease and relaxed so they can get the most out of their singing as well as have an enjoyable experience. He is very interactive in his approach encouraging residents to join in as much as they are able. Add these to your playlist, and get ready to dance (and no, it doesn't have to be a jig).SINGING IN CARE HOMES Gavin has been singing in care homes since April 2009. And there are songs with just the merest hint of an Irish connection, but they're great when you want to rock out. There are songs that have stood the test of time, getting reinterpreted by different bands and ensembles throughout the years. There are famous Irish artists, including U2, Van Morrison and Thin Lizzy. Whether you're looking for classic folk tunes, Irish rock, amped-up punk songs or a combo of all of the above, these are the best Irish songs to add to your St. And what better than music from the Emerald Isle? Patrick's Day traditions - you're going to need a soundtrack to go with it. Patrick's Day - you can be planning an Irish feast (complete with Irish desserts), making green beer to serve your guests, watching one the best Irish movies of all-time or taking part in one of the honored St. No matter what your plans are for this St.
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