Last week our School Choir went on their annual Christmas Excursion which involved them singing at our local shopping centre followed by three aged care facilities around the northern suburbs. The choir presented a number of traditional and contemporary carols which were very well received.
This excursion is a highlight of the year for the choir as well as for the residents of the aged care facilities. We have been approached by other centres to arrange choir performances but cannot squeeze anymore into one day. The students were also rewarded on the day with a lunch at McDonalds.
Many thanks go to Mrs Mount-Bryson and Mrs vanderWal for organising this wonderful activity this year.
As part of the activity the students spend time talking to residents. This was very challenging for some of our students who were upset by the physical appearance of some residents, many of which suffer from dementia and other ailments. However, this is a powerful learning experience as well as a great opportunity for our students to brighten the lives of elderly people who are sometimes very lonely and depressed.
The staff and residents were very impressed with our students and rewarded them with plenty of cordial and treats.
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