In 2016, my wife Jean, was diagnosed with early onset  Alzheimer's disease.  Since that time we have become fierce advocates to raise awareness and have participated in many programs to create the best quality of life for her. In January of 2020 we signed up for the Banner Alzheimer's Institute "Shine Your Light Choir".  We both are lovers of music and wanted an opportunity to engage in the class together and were eager to meet others.  We attended a few in person classes with great enthusiasm and enjoyed meeting so many wonderful people. 

    When the pandemic struck and the world began isolating we were delighted to learn the class would continue "virtually" via Zoom. This class has literally been a lifeline in our lives. 

We both look forward to our Friday sessions with music and our friends.  These sessions have become a tool for staying connected and having the human interaction that we all need while maintaining our social distancing lives.

We share so much more than music and memories....we are sharing this human experience.  We hope others will consider joining so they too are able reap the benefits we've experienced for themselves.