By Liz Leamy
Last Saturday was a golden moment on all counts as nearly 60 people gathered at The Greens at Greenwich to celebrate the start of the summer season with a festive outdoor musical event featuring an incredible string quartet from Manhattan and exciting art show held at its beautiful King Street location.
Residents, their families and friends, along with the management and staff of The Greens at Greenwich gathered to enjoy the music of the Evanescent Quartet, a renowned string contingent based out of New York City.
Artwork created by residents of this esteemed King Street-based Memory Care community was also on display and attendees enjoyed tasty culinary fare provided by its talented Executive Chef, Luis Arista.
“This is a kickoff of our summer outdoor concert series. It’s so nice to see everyone having such a good time, our residents their families, friends and our community partners” said Mary Ellen Frango, the Executive Director of The Greens at Greenwich. “Music is a common denominator for so many people, and it connects all of us to a place, memory or feeling. Today is a wonderful afternoon of expressions through art and music.”
Frango elaborated on the role of music in the daily lives of The Greens at Greenwich residents.
“Music is joy and there’s always music playing here. Whether it’s live musical performances, music therapy, karaoke or the dance therapist with her suitcase of instruments” said Frango, adding that The Greens at Greenwich regularly brings in a variety of popular music presentations by talented pianists, jazz musicians and entertainers who sing classic standards made famous by such legendary entertainers as Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and other notable artists. “Music is a way for us all to be touched, involved and engaged. It’s a common experience we all can enjoy.”
The Greens at Greenwich specializes in providing quality care and support for those individuals living with Alzheimer’s or dementia with its dedicated team who is passionate about senior care and experience.
“It’s all about caring, joy and giving our residents purpose,” said Frango. “We’re meeting them where they are, honoring their past, finding new things they enjoy, exploring former hobbies and interests and connections with each other and the team here. It really is joyful, which is a word I like to use all the time.”
Frango also spoke about her gratitude in regard to being involved with the residents and their families at The Greens at Greenwich.
“It is a privilege to be here and be part of the residents’ journey,” said Frango. “You walk in the door and feel our spirit; it’s a lively community. There is laughter, affection, and again, joy. This isn’t a clinical environment. This is home and everyone here is family.”
This event represents the first of a series of outdoor musical experiences scheduled to take place at The Greens at Greenwich this summer, including a jazz concert to be held in its pastoral backyard garden area in July and a steel drum band performance that will be held during one of its popular Sunday socials in August.
“These events are just a few examples of what makes The Greens at Greenwich so special,” said Frango. “It’s all about fostering a caring and vibrant community.”
For more information about The Greens at Greenwich, please contact them at:
The Greens at Greenwich 1155 King Street Greenwich, CT 06831 203-531-5500 www.thegreensatgreenwich.com
