Movement Music & Memories is a one hour, multi-sensory, physical and cognitive fitness program that combines movement with themed music, multi-sensory activities, singing, reminiscing, games & laughter. Uniquely created for people living with dementia to light a spark of connection to memories and sense of self through easy to follow fitness moves and the power of music!
Community Based ~ Facility Programs ~ Staff Training
For people with
All Levels of dementia
For people with memory loss or mild cognitive decline
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Studies conducted at the Mayo Clinic suggest that musical memories are often preserved in Alzheimer's disease because key brain areas linked to musical memory are relatively undamaged by the disease. Because music is processed in more areas of the brain than anything else….the memories connected to songs are still there! MOST important....Music connects us not only to the memories associated with the song, but to WHO we are, to other human beings, to community....it gives back Sense of Self!
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Music has been shown to relieve stress and reduce anxiety depression and agitation. Music is particularly beneficial for people struggling with cognitive decline because it is easier for them to access the memory of a cherished melody than to recall a person’s name or a past event.
Enhancing quality of life thru musical experiences may include listening, singing, or playing instruments, and musical skills or talents are not required to participate. Holidays or other religious or cultural traditions are a great way to introduce music to your loved one. These are experiences that are deeply embedded in our memory and connected to all senses from a young age…like a Soundtrack to our Lives.
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Exercise and Dementia
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Songs of Connection
Creating a Musical Soundtrack can become a routine Daily Activity you can do to connect a person with dementia to the Music of their Lives....and then sharing and enjoying those songs and the memories that come alive in the process is a Gift of JOY to enjoy anytime.
Identify songs by year here: THE NOSTALGIA MACHINE
FINDING & SHARING a person's
Songs of Connection
