Music with Heart Impact
An appearance by Music with Heart can alleviate the agitation, hopelessness and sadness experienced by those who dwell in difficult conditions. A Music with Heart Songfest brings individuals together to feel happy, connected, and included, thus giving rise to a sense of having worth in the world, of being loved.
Who We Serve:
Music with Heart senior citizen show at Harvard Education Portal in Allston, MA. (Photo/Stew Milne)
Over 40 different homeless shelters and venues in the Greater Boston area
2,600 residents in homeless shelters annually
Incarcerated persons
Residents of nursing facilities and hospitals
“A lot has gone on and hopeless is how I felt and I almost defected. Now [I’m] better and blessed that people take time out of their day to help remind us it is all worth it.”
– Dawn, CASPAR
“I was a little bit sad about the death of a friend and Music with Heart helped me get over that and made me smile.”
— Joe, CASPAR
“I heard loud singing and guitars playing. I thought it was the radio turned up really loud. They were cheerful, encouraging songs. I came to see 21 people singing with 2 guys playing guitar. I sat down and started to sing along. This group lifted my spirits and I was so happy they came today.”
— Sherri, CASPAR
“Tonight was great. We unite together…I feel good. The hot music takes me far away especially to my family. We shared love and respect and I feel strong again.”
– Hassan, Shattuck Shelter
“Music with Heart were united and they brought everybody [who’s] homeless in the shelter united. They proved what togetherness means! Everyone felt their meaning. Hope we all see them again. Thank you.”
– Anonymous, Shattuck Shelter
“I think the songfest made me feel a need to belong in life and its memories. The songfest brings back the old time of laughter and tears and even special moments to share. I thank you for this special touch in my life of suffering.”
– Michael, Shattuck Shelter
