Support a New Piano for Glendale's Elderly Residents

Hi, My name is Kathleen Richards Ehlinger.

I wanted to reach out on behalf of the residents of the Glendale nursing home in Scotia, New York. Recently, after putting our mom in this wonderful nursing home facility, I noticed the piano on the 2nd floor, is not in playable condition anymore. The people here have been very generous in providing the funds to tune it but, in my experience, this instrument is unsatisfactory. Musicians, who come to play and entertain our elderly deserve better. We want our residents and visitors such as our mom , to have a piano to play and sing for each other; to share the love of music that sounds beautiful.

Nursing homes need to be filled with music for our residents. Music is something none of us can do without, especially at the end of our lives. It brings back memories of love, laughter, joy and healings of loneliness. Without the proper equipment, no one will want to come and play it.

We are in the process of researching for a used piano, in good condition, so that we can donate it to Glendale and will need transportation funds to transport it with required movers. Any donation is appreciated toward this project. On behalf of the residents, the families and musicians who visit, thank you for your generosity.

Warm wishes,

Kathleen and the residents of Glendale.

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