With support from the California Arts Council, RESOUNDING JOY INC will offer Sounds of Service, a continuum of music engagement, wellness, and therapy programming for our veterans, service members, and first responders. This program encourages creative expression, builds resilience, and supports the transition to civilian life for military-connected families, caregivers, and first responders. Over the two-year project period, we will offer private and group sessions in music therapy, wellness, and concerts that reach 500 participants and 800 audience members in San Diego County.
Our four core programs offer a continuum of music engagement from clinic to community, with Board-Certified Music Therapists providing services at clinical facilities, client homes, our Music Wellness Center, community partner sites, and virtually.
1. Sounds of Healing enhances the psychological, social-emotional, and physical well-being of medically resilient children managing long-term medical conditions and supporting families through hospice care.
2. Sounds of Service improves the emotional well-being of our Veterans, service members, and first responders. This music program supports their transition to civilian life; the management of PTSD, stress, and pain; and deeper connections to peers through participation in our community band.
3. Sounds of Legacy empowers and engages older adults affected by dementia, Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s through sessions that enrich their minds and overall quality of life. Music therapy improves speech and communication, lowers stress and anxiety, boosts immunity, and elevates mood.
4. Sounds of Community amplifies community welfare and resilience by partnering with local agencies to share music therapy and recreational music opportunities. Current and past partners include San Diego Rescue Mission, Father Joe’s Villages, South Bay Community Services, Imperial Beach Library, CalSAFE Escondido, and Alcott Elementary.

