Music Therapy and Alzheimer's Disease

We lose hope of how influential tunes and songs can be in the realm of remedy, particularly with respect to Alzheimer's or dementia patients and their caregivers. Assisted living facilities and hospitals are finding that music therapy can make a big difference.

Music Therapy Alzheimer's disease   

1.  Used to reduce depression
2.  Stimulating music or classic theater show can be used to assess cognitive ability in people with  Alzheimer ’s disease
3.   Stimulation for reminiscence of family bonds
4.   Maintain or increase social relationships (dancing, creativeness)
5.   Helpful in decreasing the frequency of restless and violent behaviors for people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or related dementias
6.   Individuals in the last stages respond to and interact with music
7.   Maintain positive activities
8.  Enhance social/emotional skills

        Music Therapy Also Provides:  

  
           1. Relaxation for the entire family
           2. Unity and intimacy for families through oral and nonverbal communication
           3. Respite for the caregiver

  

      Familiar Music: Big Bands Music Show

    Well-known music shows and old familiar songs often seem to provide a moment of precision and focus to a person with Alzheimer disease. Music often prompts memories. Listening to familiar music or watching Big Bands Music Show and Classic Theater Show can be a highly emotional experience.
      
    If you are looking for the best music program for your loved one, listen to Companion Radio now!