Together in Sound: Music Therapy groups for those with dementia
Together in Sound music therapy groups aim to bring the power of music to those living with dementia. We focus on joint music-making and listening with a goal of supporting communication, relationships, and increasing quality of life through a collaborative group process. There will be opportunities to sing, play and listen to live music together, with weekly sessions led by music therapists and visiting professional musicians from Saffron Hall.
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Further info
The groups are for anyone living with a diagnosis of dementia and their main carer, friend or relative who is consistently able to accompany.The sessions take place at the Salvation Army Hall, Abbey Lane, Saffron Walden, CB10 1AG. The sharing sessions take place at Saffron Hall. There is no cost to take part in a Together in Sound group.Saffron Hall and Anglia Ruskin University are pleased to be working in partnership to provide the opportunity for people living with dementia and their carers to attend a music therapy group.
Here is what some of our current participants have to say about Together in Sound: "Together in Sound makes an important impact on my life, sharing with others and the music itself is a tonic, along with the interaction with others in a non-judgemental way.", "My confidence has improved and I feel I can contribute at every session in some way", "I feel like for an hour and a half a week, I get a little bit of my Mum back that I thought was lost."
Who can use this service?
Those living with dementia and their companions. Fill in our online application form: https://www.saffronhall.com/take-part/together-in-sound
Or give us a call and we can chat to you about the project, answer questions you might have, and arrange for an application form to be mailed to you at home.
Our capacity is limited - please be aware that at times we have to hold a waiting list for those wishing to join a group.
How are services delivered?
We offer group sessions over 10 weeks, led by music therapists from Anglia Ruskin University, concluding with an informal sharing and celebration with friends and family toward the end of the 10 weeks.
There are two larger groups (up-to 20 people) and one smaller group (up-to14 people). The team will work with you to find out the best match for you.
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