MusicAndMemory.Org

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THERAPY VIDEO

This is a quick little look into the way MusicAndMemory.org brings beauty to nursing homes across the country. People with dementias such as Alzheimer's are joined with music that resonates personally. Simple yet revolutionary.

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Alzheimer's & The Power of Music

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Neurologist and author Dr. Oliver Sacks tells how all his patients with dementias such as Alzheimer's, "without exception, respond to music. This is especially true of old songs and songs they once knew."

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Music Therapy

Submitted by Shar on Sun, 10/10/2010 - 21:29

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(INCLUDES MUSIC THERAPY REFERENCE GUIDE)

... ‎3 minutes of video showed my mother changing from a lethargic person into a smiling lady, singing and responding. The judge ruled that payments for music therapy should be continued because of the compelling video and documentation. Truly, one picture is worth a thousand words...

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I Enjoy The Songs

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'Singing for the Brain' is a program which uses singing and other activities to bring people with dementia or memory loss together. Watch participants and carers talk about its benefits. Learn more about singing and dementia.

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MusicAndMemory.org is a nonprofit organization. Their website:

Illustrates how personalized music is improving the quality of life for the elderly and infirm regardless of physical or mental status.
Provides how-to’s for self-implementation.
Offers technical support and assistance to families and facilities through their “Well-Tuned” program.

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Published:
Most Recently Updated On:
February 15, 2012
First published on:
Week of October 10 - October 17, 2010
Edited By:
Peter Berger, Alzheimer's Weekly
Medical accuracy review by:
Dr. Boaz Ancselovic, MD, Geriatrician, Alzheimer's Weekly.
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