Music is an integeral part of ministering to the elderly in
nursing homes. We have found that music has a way of lifting their
hearts and their spirits, and seems to reach even the most distant
souls. Many residents have grown up in the church, with its rich
music background and others will identify with songs from their
generation, both religious and secular. We have found that some
songs are easy to sing even when the musician doesn't show. Other
songs are very well recieved by the residents, and at times they sing
along even though they may have trouble with ordinary conversation.
We would like to share our favorites.
We have been given permission by Rev. Diana McMahan of Musical Medicine to make available for FREE on our web site her top selling CD "Heavenly Assurance". On this CD Diana sings reassuring hymns with a gentle harp background. She also includes scripture with embedded prayers. You may download this CD for FREE at our Download Web Page. We pray that it may be a blessing to both you and the residents you serve. You can purchase other products from Musical Medicine at the CD Baby Website.
Favorite Old Traditional Hymns:
How Great Thou Art
Amazing Grace
Blessed Assurance
In The Garden
Battle Hymn of the Republic
Jesus Love Me
The Old Rugged Cross
I Love to Tell the Story
Soon and Very Soon
Just As I Am
Shall We Gather at the River
Just a Closer Walk With Thee
Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus
Oh, How I Love Jesus
Contemporary Praise Songs
Note: These songs can involve both hand and foot movements. It
is a great way to allow the residents to get some much needed
exercise and get them involved at the same time.
If You are Happy and You Know It
Do Lord, Oh Do Lord
Give Me Oil in my Lamp
Joy, Joy, Joy
He's Got the Whole World
Share a Little Bit of Your Love
This is the Day
When the Saints Go Marching In
This Little Light of Mine
Peace Like a River
Rise and Shine
Pass It On
I'm in the Lord's Army
Deep and Wide
What a Mighty God We Serve
The Wise Man Built His House Upon a Rock
This is the Day the Lord Has Made
Oldies But Goodies-Secular Songs
You are My Sunshine
Heart of my Heart
The traditional hymns go with well with piano accompaniment,
while the praise songs are best supported by guitar. Below are some
links to several websites involving Christian music. If you need help finding
information on any songs listed or would like to suggest some of your favorites,
please use the form below.
We have been given permission by Rev. Diana McMahan of Musical Medicine to make available for FREE on our web site her top selling CD "Heavenly Assurance". On this CD Diana sings reassuring hymns with a gentle harp background. She also includes scripture with embedded prayers. You may download this CD for FREE at our Download Web Page. We pray that it may be a blessing to both you and the residents you serve. You can purchase other products from Musical Medicine at the CD Baby Website.
