Sing for Care
Collective
A free, all-ages community choir bringing music and connection to care facilities
SING FOR CARE COLLECTIVE is a community-based music program designed to raise awareness of the profound impact music can have on emotional, physical, cognitive and social well-being. Through this experience, participants and partners gain a deeper appreciation for the role of professional music therapy services in healthcare and community settings.
WHAT IS MUSIC THERAPY?
Music Therapy is the clinical & evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship by a credentialed professional who has completed an approved music therapy program. For more information, please click here or visit musictherapy.org
WHY THIS MATTERS
For Choir Members
-Builds community and belonging
-Encourages purpose and creative expression
-Supports mental and emotional well-being
For Care Facility Residents
-Provides meaningful human connection
-Evokes memories and emotions through music
-Enhances quality of life
WHAT IS SING FOR CARE COLLECTIVE?
-Free, open-access community choir
-Weekly rehearsals
-Quarterly visits to nursing homes and care facilities
-No audition or experience required
DISCLAIMER: While this program is not a clinical music therapy service, it helps communities experience the emotional and social impact of music—opening the door to deeper understanding of professional music therapy services.
Sing for Care Collective is a program of Remedies in Rhythm Foundation, a 501c(3) nonprofit dedicated to increasing access to music therapy services.
REHEARSAL SCHEDULE
When: Thursdays - starting February 5th, 2026 | 7:00–8:00 PM
Location: Remedies in Rhythm | 6232 River St. Alanson, MI 49706
Cost: Free
Who: Open to all ages and experience levels | no auditions required
How to Join: Register online
OUTREACH "Performances"
-Every 3 months - Quarterly - (Second Saturday of March, June, September, December - Time(s) TBD)
-Multiple facility visits
-*Depending on the size of the choir, we may have to split into smaller groups. 12 persons/facility.
-Same setlist rotated for several facilities. Setlist will change every quarter.
Hannah Hoffman, MT-BC
SFCC Quarter 1 Leader
HOW CAN I SUPPORT THIS PROJECT?
Sing for Care Collective is powered by community. Whether you love to sing, organize, drive, or create behind the scenes, there’s a role for you.
TRANSPORTATION SUPPORT
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Driving choir members or equipment to care facilities
FINDING SPONSORSHIPS / PRIVATE DONATIONS
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All proceeds go directly towards music therapy programming in local facilities
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Find our donation link here
MUSIC & MATERIALS SUPPORT
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Creating and organizing music folders
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Printing lyrics in large-font format
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Preparing seasonal repertoire packets
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
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Attendance check-in
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Email reminders and sign-ins
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Helping maintain volunteer lists
SOCIAL MEDIA CREATION
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Photography/Videography Creation (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok etc).
Any donations of black 1" binders and black folding chairs would be greatly appreciated.
OUR CURRENT PARTNERS
