Abstract
During these unprecedented times, many of us can relate to the effects of social isolation. As a result of the pandemic, many of us have experienced stress, fear, and anxiety. Despite these unsettling feelings, knowing that we are living a shared experience provides comfort and a collective feeling that we are in this together. For those receiving care in health care facilities or care homes, feelings of grief, fear, stress, and anxiety are experienced on most days. These feelings are often heightened by isolation, a common experience, especially among marginalized group such as people of color and the elderly. This paper gives an overview of several programs that aim to contribute to the environment of care for patients, caregivers, and staff in area health care facilities. Special attention is paid to those disproportionately affected by the pandemic, including the elderly and people of color. A framework will be shared that enabled program facilitators and partners, including faculty artists, music students, healthcare providers, and healthcare program facilitators, to pivot in unison and deliver remote programing in order to continue to serve our most vulnerable populations through music.
Presenters
Mary PerkinsonAssociate Professor of Violin and String Education, School of Music, University of Nebraska at Omaha, Nebraska, United States
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
2021 Special Focus—Advancing Health and Equity: Best Practices in an International Perspective
KEYWORDS
Music, Engagement, Equity, Access
