Carol

Carol is part of our Community Signing Group who meet on Thursday evenings.

Carol, affectionately known as “Lady Bling,” has been a vibrant and dedicated member of the Community Singing Group for the past five years. Her journey with the group began when she discovered a leaflet advertising the sessions. Since then, her presence has been a source of inspiration and joy. 

A well-known figure in her local community, her contributions have earned her the prestigious Southwark Stars Award and her local community involvement spans across 50 committees.

Carol explains that her weekly trip to Coin Street to join the choir gives her the chance to catch up with friends and find out what we have all been up to during the week. 
The Singing Group has given Carol the opportunity to meet many other community members, some of whom are also visually impaired. 

She says: “It is nice to mix with people that share the same disability. We all have an understanding and can relate.’ As a noticeably confident and self-assured individual, she feels that she can lower her defences at Coin Street community singing as ‘everyone puts.... [her] at ease.’  

This welcoming atmosphere is something Carol cherishes. She appreciates the refreshments provided during the sessions and the supportive staff who have made her feel secure and cared for. 

Carol notes that she would not attend the sessions without the staffs’ presence, highlighting the importance of their role in her positive experience.

Carol is a testament to the power of community and music. Her journey with the group is a beautiful example of how music can positively impact individuals’ lives, fostering a sense of belonging and joy.