What We Do.
We at Joyvia provide professional, holistic companionship for people of all ages and interests. From performances, to worship services, to errands and afternoons at home, a Cultural Companion will join you in joyful camaraderie every step of the way.
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We know that the proven concept is true; anyone’s life and state of mind can be improved through inspired, culturally enriching experiences, especially when shared with another person. There is a significant amount of established, scientific research proving that the brain continues to adapt and expand when a person engages in experiences that inspire and delight their soul. Both happiness and joy are associated with the release of dopamine and serotonin, which are neurotransmitters in the brain. Cultural Companion experiences offer the neurotransmitters opportunities to spark, multiply and expand. This is referred to as Neuroplasticity.
When people break out of their routine life, loneliness or isolation to attend a music performance, an engaging play or an inspiring musical, or walk through a museum or gallery, taking in the energy and significance of fine art, stroll through a park, exquisitely tended gardens, or any natural environment during any season, participate in the solemnity of a worship service, or simply remain in the comfort of their own home and share meaningful time with a companion, the synapses in our brains ignite and the positive responses are measurable and sustainable.
When people break out of their routine life, loneliness or isolation to spend meaningful time with a Cultural Companion engaging in activities they enjoy, the synapses in our brains ignite and the positive responses are measurable and sustainable.
Contact us and let’s discuss how we can support you to add vibrancy, engagement, and fun in your life!
About the Founder.
Amy Roy is a Cultural Companion and interior designer living and working in New York City. In addition to her career designing award winning spaces, Amy has over 20 years of experience providing cultural companionship services in a wide variety of settings, from elegant nights dining out to simple afternoons at home.
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Amy has taken full advantage of all that New York has to offer as a hub of fine and performing arts and culturally rich experiences. She is a member of all major NYC museums, consistently attends most of the large and small music and dance venues, and is an avid member of the Central Park Conservancy and the NY Botanic Gardens. From Broadway, Off-Broadway, and Off-Off Broadway, to intimate jazz venues in the West Village, to the Metropolitan Opera and the NY Philharmonic at Lincoln Center, plus the array of experiences at Carnegie Hall, Amy has had deep understanding and familiarity with the wide variety of NYC performance venues for many years. Additionally, she loves attending sporting events including Basketball, Hockey, Baseball and Tennis at the iconic US Open. Best of all, having navigated the five boroughs for decades, Amy knows the most pleasant ways around New York City for you, whether by car, foot, buses or subways. She is thrilled and excited to show companions all that New York offers in the most customized, comfortable and joyful way possible.
Amy offers both local residents seeking a Cultural Companionship experience in and around New York as well as out of town travelers who may have limited time to enjoy the best that New York offers. Amy is available to travel outside of New York and is highly capable in arranging cultural experiences from nature walks, retreats, museum visits, culinary excursions, performances, and landmark tours.
