The Melodic Caring Project is changing my life.
Written by rockSTAR Ambassador Adrienne
I sat on my bedroom floor alone, as frustrated tears filled my eyes. What has become of my life? Tap shoes and bicycles had been exchanged for a wheelchair, the joy of a warm meal for feeding tubes and central lines. Everything felt like one step forward and three steps back. My hopes, dreams, and ambitions had all been postponed indefinitely while I battled my health. The only thing I had on the horizon to look forward to was doctors appointments and procedures. Bedridden, homebound, isolated, and alone, I got down on my knees and said “Lord I can’t do this anymore. My shattered life is your problem now. Please do something.” I lifted my aching head, wiped my tears away and hoped for a miracle. Little did I know that part of that miracle would be the Melodic Caring Project.
I had heard about the Melodic Caring Project on social media (insta, fb, YouTube) a few years ago, but for some reason I wasn’t sure that I would be accepted. But later that week I got curious, so decided to do some research. After hearing the stories of other young people like me who had been impacted by MCP, I took a leap out of my comfort zone and signed myself up to be a rockSTAR. I had no idea what would happen next, but I decided that it didn’t hurt to try.
Could this finally be my chance!?
Two weeks after I signed up, I got an email saying that I had been accepted as a rockSTAR! My heart leapt as I read the words. Could this be part of the change that I had been hoping and praying for?! I choked back happy tears as I closed out of the email. I have grown up in a family that has a deep appreciation for music, but in that, I have never been able to attend a concert.
I have Autism and severe Sensory Processing Disorder which has made going to concerts nearly impossible for me. Basically my brain can’t process outside input the same way most people can, so as a result the concert environment of loud sounds, crowds, and strobe lights would make me freak out and sometimes even faint. With my debilitating illnesses added to the mix, it seemed hopeless. Years ago I had come to terms with the reality that I probably would never go to a concert again, but when I heard of MCP my heart skipped a beat. Could this finally be my chance? A way for me to experience concerts and live music with the option of turning the volume down? It seemed too good to be true!
“The Melodic Caring Project is an answer to my prayer.”
About a week after being accepted as a rockSTAR, I was hospitalized. The support of having music therapy and getting songs sent to me during that time was such a gift! Being able to talk to Levi and Katie minutes before I was taken back for surgery brought such a feeling of happiness that it pushed away all the anxiety and fear of the upcoming procedure for a moment. And THAT is something I’ll treasure forever.
When I first signed up, I had NO IDEA how big of a blessing MCP would be in my life. And I know this is only the start. I can’t wait to see what comes next!
I am beyond excited and honored to now be a rockSTAR Ambassador! I truly believe that the Melodic Caring Project was part of the answer to my prayer that day all alone on my bedroom floor. And now I get to share this amazing organization with others! How cool is that?!
About Adri.
RockSTAR Ambassador Adri has a passion for helping others who, like her, live with illness and disability. Adri has been battling her health since she was 12 years old, but she is determined to not let that stop her. She is partnered with MCP through Kindness Crates– a care package program she started to support older children and teens also battling illness.
Adri has a big appreciation for music, and she is excited to be a part of the MCP family!
As a rockSTAR Ambassador, Adri is evangelizing our mission to help more rockSTARS battling illness like herself learn about MCP to receive support, love and music through our programs.
