Judson Manor resident Laura Berick with her young friends and then-housemates, pianist Daniel Parvin and violinist Tiffany Tieu.
“For me, it’s very natural,” he says.
Judson Manor selects the applicants who genuinely want to be part of the community.
Studies show there are physical and emotional health benefits for older adults who interact with younger people.
That benefit works both ways.
The pianists only complaint is that he cant perform for his neighbors more often.
“The residents have regular concerts with great artists here,” he says.
“And they are very busy.”
Artist-in-residence Gabby Clutter, a vocal performance major, says she has gained confidence from performing for Deerfields residents.
The septuagenarian describes as “magical” the New Year’s Eve gathering she attended alongside the couple.
‘She just brings that ray of sunshine!’
Fitzgerald says about her younger friend.
She’s similarly enthusiastic about the artist- in-residence program.
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Reporting by Harriet Barovick | Page published March 2019
