About us
Silver Song Clubs are regular sessions of singing and music making for older people and, where appropriate, their carers. Over 1500 older people attend a Silver Song Club.
How we started
The Sidney De Haan Research Centre for Arts and Health was started in 2004 and Sing for Your Life was formed to deliver its programmes. Its purpose was to further the research done by Canterbury Christ Church University and to improve the quality of life for mature adults.
As we have grown over the years we have seen the positive impact of our music making sessions last long after session finishes.
Where we're at now
Sing for Your Life now delivers a range of programmes to support people with long term conditions. There are approximately 50 clubs in England and a number overseas. The clubs are led by professional facilitators and supported by volunteers.
- Silver Song Clubs for older people
- The Silver Song Music Box™ Programme for residential care homes
- Better Breathing for people with COPD
- Singing for Health for people with mental health conditions
Awards and recognition
We have received a special commendation from the Royal Society for Public Health and are UK nominated project for the EU health PRO elderly project. We are part of the Big Lottery Fund chances4change programme and hold the V award for volunteering excellence.
The people involved
Registered charity
Sing For Your Life was established as a registered charity (1113757) and company limited by guarantee (5393332) in 2005 to provide older people with musical activities.
Links
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Funders
We thank all who have donated their time, equipment, and money to our cause.
Partnerships
We could not succeed without the continuing support of our partners.
Newsletters
We produce regular newsletters which promote the services which we offer.