Merrymakers is proud to be celebrating 25 years of brightening the lives of seniors and elderly through music and laughter. In 1986 a local entertainer met with a group of Omaha businessmen to form Merrymakers’ mission of improving the quality of life for seniors by encouraging active participation, increasing social interaction and sparking memories through professional entertainment. That year, eight nursing homes were given a total of ten performances.
Slowly this dream began to grow. Each year, more and more seniors receive the benefit of our free professional musical entertainment, serving more than 40,000 today. In 2011, more than 100 facilities will receive Merrymakers musical programming thanks to generous donors who believe in the mission.
Merrymakers partners with skilled care centers, assisted living facilities, subsidized senior housing, memory care facilities, and senior centers, each receiving a monthly visit at no cost. Hands clap, toes tap, and sleepy eyes twinkle. Residents enjoy an opportunity to move to music that sparks a happy memory.
For the past 20 years Merrymakers has held its Annual Roast. This year, in celebration of our silver anniversary, they will honor Mr. John P. Nelson, President, SilverStone Group. The 21st annual fundraising event will be held on November 10, 2011, 6-10 p.m. at the Qwest Center. For more information about becoming a sponsor or for reservations, please call (402) 697-0205 or visit www.merrymakers.org.