Student-Led Initiative
Centers
38+
Operating in over 38 centers to support senior well-being through dance and connection
Participants
700+
Engaging over 700 seniors and individuals through movement and creative expression
Volunteers
25+
Dedicated volunteers bringing energy, empathy, and connection to every session
Events
4+
Hosting community performances and outreach events that celebrate joy through dance
Centers
45+
Operating in over 45 centers to support senior well-being through dance and connection
Participants
980+
Engaging over 980 seniors and individuals through movement and creative expression
Volunteers
25+
Dedicated volunteers bringing energy, empathy, and connection to every session
States
5+
Operating across multiple states with community programs that celebrate joy through dance
Our Mission
At Dancing Hearts, we bring joy and wellness to seniors through dance
Dancing Hearts Project bridges generations through the universal language of dance. We believe that every senior deserves to experience joy, connection, and physical well-being through movement.
Our dedicated student volunteers bring energy, compassion, and creativity to create meaningful dance experiences that enhance physical health, mental well-being, and social connection for senior citizens in our community.
How We Make a Difference
See how dance transforms lives, uplifts spirits, and bridges generations.
Our Impact
"We are incredibly fortunate to have DHP teach an exercise class for our Assisted Living residents. Aanya has been a consistent and dependable volunteer, always arriving on time and bringing a positive attitude to every session. Aanya's genuine care and attention to the residents are evident in the way she interacts with them, making each class both enjoyable and effective. Aanya has a natural ability to engage with people of all ages and backgrounds, ensuring that everyone feels comfortable and supported. DHP's dedication to the residents and commitment to making a difference truly sets them apart. We are grateful for their contributions and would highly recommend DHP to anyone seeking a compassionate, skilled, and dependable instructor and volunteer."
Maria Dela Paz
Saratoga Retirement Community
"The Dancing Hearts Project has been a great addition to our community. Not only is this a safe and easy way of exercising for seniors, but it also helps with negative feelings our residents go through. Residents have been a lot happier and more energetic after taking this class on Saturdays. Residents have also become more active and are willing to exercise a lot more. A resident commented that her legs are not as hard to walk on anymore. She says she's felt stronger than she did before taking the class."
Brandy Borrego
MorningStar West San Jose
"We are very happy to have Aanya and DHP as part of our weekly routine. The steps and movements are easy to learn, yet fun and planned in such a way that includes lots of stretching which is beneficial to almost everyone here. She is always cheerful, encouraging, supportive, and genuinely empathetic not only to physical aches and complaints, but also to mental lows which our residents sometimes feel. They have designed these classes to accommodate people with various levels of mobility and encourages students to participate at their individual level of comfort. They have the option to remain seated, stand or hold the backs of chairs for stability. The routines are short, done to music that is familiar to us “oldies.” We often discuss amongst ourselves how much better we feel both physically and mentally at the end of her class, and very much look forward to the next class."
Mahesh Nihalan
Priya Living
"The seniors at our center are always glad to have Dancing Hearts Project at our center and believe it’s a really fun addition to our activities. All the volunteers have amazing personalities and do a really great job of engaging our residents. Having melody and movement is one of the most important things in our residents’ lives, and Dancing Hearts Project sessions are exactly that!"
Kim
Sunrise of Sunnyvale
"If anyone is a dependable and reliable volunteer here at SRC it’s Aanya. She has been nothing but kind towards our residents here and always brightens their day with her infectious and warm spirit. We are so lucky to have an organization like DHP interact with our residents and truly make a difference in their day. They are committed, trustworthy, determined, outgoing, and compassionate. We often hear great feedback after their classes with the residents and it’s a little something extra in their day to look forward to. We are lucky to have an organization like them here in the SRC community."
Ashley Alvarez
SRC
Testimonials
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