I’m putting on a live guitar show for my fellow care home residents and the community

A talented South Shields care home resident is set to take centre stage.

Marine Park View Care Home, on Beach Road, in South Shields is set to host its ‘Annual Dust Off’ on Monday, March 16, with the local community invited to join in.

The event will see Alan, a keen guitarist and singer at the home, perform a selection of songs for fellow residents, staff and visitors.

Alan, a resident at South Shields' Marine Park View Care Home, will be performing for other residents.placeholder image
Alan, a resident at South Shields' Marine Park View Care Home, will be performing for other residents. | Other 3rd Party

Organisers have said that the event looks to celebrate the talents within the home and highlights how music can bring people together, spark memories and create moments of joy.

A spokesperson for Marine Park View said: “We love celebrating the individual talents and personalities of the people who live here, and Alan’s music always brings smiles to everyone around him.

“Music has a wonderful way of lifting spirits and bringing people together, and we’re proud to support Alan in sharing his passion.”

The ‘Annual Dust Off’ is open to members of the public and will run from 1.30pm until 2.30pm on Monday afternoon (March 16).

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