Broadway Melodies Warm Residents’ Hearts at Juniper Village at Aurora

Snowflake decorations covered the windows of Juniper Village at Aurora’s community room, setting a festive winter scene for the community’s “Sounds of Snow” event. Buzzing with anticipation, residents gathered together in excitement, ready to sing and dance to familiar Broadway hits!

Kicking off the new year with winter cheer, Juniper partnered with Elevate Music Therapy, inviting talented musicians to entertain residents with beloved Broadway classics all afternoon. The room transformed into an intimate concert venue, and lively melodies warmed residents’ hearts.

“Music has an incredible power to bring people together and create meaningful connections,” remarked Bonnie Carbajal, Executive Director at Juniper Village at Aurora. “This event perfectly embodied our January focus on embracing music as a way to ‘Welcoming New Beginnings’ within our Alive in All Seasons program, allowing us to nurture both new and existing relationships through the universal language of song.”

As Elevate Music Therapy’s talented musicians began their performance, the atmosphere shifted from quiet anticipation to joyful celebration. The familiar tunes of Broadway favorites filled the air, while the aroma of freshly brewed hot cocoa wafted through the room. Residents happily swayed to the rhythm, their voices joining in harmony, sparking old memories and creating new ones.

Throughout the afternoon, laughter and music intertwined as the residents and musicians shared stories between songs. Winter-themed appetizers circulated on elegant platters, providing the perfect complement to the warm beverages and even warmer spirits.

Reflecting on the deeper purpose behind this gathering, Juniper Village at Aurora’s Connections Director Alfonso Gonzalez noted, “Our ‘Sounds of Snow’ celebration did more than just entertain – it created an environment where residents could actively engage with music, connect with others, and embrace the spirit of the season. These moments of shared joy are essential to our whole-person wellness approach at Juniper.”

The event stood as a shining example of how music can positively impact the well-being, quality of life, and physical and mental health of older adults. Through the seamless integration of lively music and a heartwarming community, the afternoon set a positive tone for the winter days ahead.

As the final notes faded and as the residents and performers lingered to chat, the success of the “Sounds of Snow” event would continue to resonate throughout the corridors of Juniper Village at Aurora – a testament to the power of music, bridging connections and building community.

Juniper Village at Aurora, located at 11901 E Mississippi Ave, Aurora, CO, provides award-winning memory care to individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia. For more information, please call 720-588-4823 or visit https://junipercommunities.com/community/memory-care-facility-aurora/.