Colleague Quotes
“Patients really love Diane’s singing. It calms them, some even request songs. It is helpful because while she sings for them, keeping them calm, they are safe as well, allowing the staff to get other things done on the floor.” – CNA, Holy Family Hospital at Merrimack Valley
“Diane has a beautiful voice. It was calming for the patients. It has been a wonderful experience, especially for the confused. It has a calming effect on us [staff] as well.” - Clinical Leader, Holy Family Hospital at Merrimack Valley
“Looked forward to it every week. Would love to see it daily. Very helpful, calming, relaxing.” – Staff RN, Holy Family Hospital at Merrimack Valley
“I love hearing her in the hospital; her singing is uplifting and helpful. [The patients] are more relaxed and comforted. The overall atmosphere changes when her voice floats through the halls, leaving a feeling of relaxation. Please continue to return.” – Staff, Holy Family Hospital at Merrimack Valley
“Diane was welcoming and it was a pleasure having her. It was very helpful having her on my floor. I was happier when she was here.” – Staff, Holy Family Hospital at Merrimack Valley
“Diane was very pleasant with a lovely voice. Patients enjoyed her soothing singing and they were calmed. I felt more calm and upbeat when I heard her.” – Social Worker, Holy Family Hospital at Merrimack Valley
“I love it when you’re here!” – Staff, Hillsborough Co. (NH) Nursing Home
“It was very nice, very soothing to have Diane on my floor. The patients seemed calmer and it is calming for us.” RN, Holy Family Hospital
“Having Diane and her singing here was very useful, energizing the patients. It made them more agreeable. It was very helpful, especially for the hospice patients.” – CNA, Holy Family Hospital
“Diane has a lovely voice and fluency for this work. She is going to be an asset in her community, helping launch this work.” - A.K., MA, CMP
“Lovely work, lovely voice.” – Carol Joy Loeb, RN, BSN, CMP