About Us

Our Story

SongsforStrength was founded in the summer of 2023 by a teen with a passion for the arts and a desire to uplift seniors’ mental wellness. Recognizing the strength of songs during her personal mental health journey, Ria hoped to share music with residents of retirement homes. She envisioned a community where every senior in need could experience the benefits of music.

Since then, SongsforStrength continues to provide 100% free services from group sing-alongs to one-to-one sessions. Inspired by the latest research of music and psychology, our team utilizes a client-focused approach to build engaging and supportive sessions.

Recently, we launched our high school program that engages youth in seniors’ music programs. By fostering a deeper understanding of dementia and developing leadership skills in the arts, our workshops strive to spark an intergenerational movement for mental health.

Our Impact

Songs for Strength has led over 50 sessions and impacted 300+ residents across the Greater Toronto Area. Meet the retirement homes who have partnered with us!

  • Caroline Place Retirement Residence

  • Aspira Lynde Creek Gardens

  • The Village of Taunton Mills

  • Cedarcroft Place Retirement Community

  • Chartwell Colonial Retirement Residence

  • The Court at Brooklin

Meet the Team

  • Ria Chhabra

    FOUNDER

  • May Ajayi

    SOCIAL MEDIA DIRECTOR

  • Khushi Dengre

    MUSIC CARE SPECIALIST

  • Kaveena Kavithas

    OUTREACH COORDINATOR

  • Ritika Chhabra

    ACTIVITY & CONTENT DESIGNER

Interested in joining the team?

Positions for the following are currently available:

  1. High School Workshop Assistant

  2. Social Media Manager

Please contact us to learn more and apply.