Who Are We
The Power of Music Initiative is a community-impact program created by Jes Us Productions founder Janay Giles. This program brings live musical experiences to senior-living communities. We serve older adults by offering uplifting, engaging, and emotionally supportive music sessions designed to spark joy, connection, and wellness.
Why It Matters
Live music has been shown to:
- Boost emotional wellness by elevating mood and encouraging self-expression
- Support cognitive health by activating memory, attention, and recognition pathways
- Reduce feelings of loneliness by creating shared moments and meaningful connection
- Strengthen community bonds between residents, staff, and families
- Enhance overall quality of life through positive sensory stimulation
During our sessions, residents light up, sing familiar lyrics, share stories, and reconnect with parts of themselves that music effortlessly awakens. These moments aren’t just entertainment, they are reminders that every person’s presence and history still deeply matter.
Our Mission
Our mission is to use the transformative power of live music to improve quality of life, strengthen community bonds, and promote holistic wellness in senior-living environments.
What We Do
Live Holiday, Gospel, Jazz, and Soul Music Sessions: Professional live performances tailored to the season, residents’ preferences, and cultural moments.
Interactive Musical Experiences: Call-and-response, sing-alongs, rhythm activities, and light participation that invite residents to be part of the moment.
Community-Building Programs: Music designed to bring residents, staff, families, and volunteers together, strengthening relationships and creating shared memories.
Therapeutic Music Elements: Emotionally supportive experiences that encourage relaxation, spark memory recall, reduce stress, and elevate mood using evidence-backed principles.