Harnham Music for the Mind group meets on Thursday mornings, rotating with the Memory Cafe and Movement for the Mind. As well as singing, there is a varied programme which includes gentle exercise to music, talks, activities and a chance to catch up with friends. Dementia professionals are always on hand for an informal chat too.
Why take part
Singing together in a supportive, friendly group is uplifting, enjoyable and hugely therapeutic for people living with dementia and family carers alike.
Music is a powerful connector that helps people with dementia communicate, express feelings and share moments of joy, poignancy and remembrance together with others. It appears to 'unlock' parts of the brain, allowing people to retain song words and melodies longer than other memories, and this is what we build on at our Music for the Mind groups in Wiltshire.
What you can expect
The 90-minute sessions are carefully structured to be both stimulating and fun. Although well-loved classics are part of the mix, we also learn new songs, sing rhymes and action songs that help physical , and tackle harmonies, rounds and partner songs.
