The entertainment in nursing homes that I have visited recently catered for the age/interests of the residents - songs were well known (wartime/ragtime/popular etc). One gave out a lyric sheet. The residents didn't all keep awake; some were more animated and followed the singing. Visitors were encouraging. The singer maintained a jovial and lively performance. One used a backing track and took along a tape player.

Are you familiar with the nursing home and the residents? There are nursing homes and care homes. Who will your audience be?

Excuse me if I have stated the obvious. I admire anyone who gives time to stimulate, listen and talk to people when they are old. Enjoy.