Connecting Through Music with People with Dementia: A Guide for Caregivers
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| Rating | : | 4.52 (788 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1843109050 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 143 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-10-24 |
| Language | : | English |
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Midwest Book Review said Packed with practical advice on using music. People with dementia often perceive the world as a frightening, isolating place - and music has been proven to overcome cognitive issues and bring people together. Connecting Through Music with People with Dementia explains to caregivers how they can learn to use melody or rhythm to connect with otherwise non-responsive dementia patients, and is packed with practical advice on using music - including a songbook suggesting popular and effective song choices. Both family and professional caregivers with no former experience of mu. Ashley said Great Resource For Caregivers, Therapists, and Just About Anyone!. This book is a must-have for anyone caring for someone with dementia. It is full of practical, well-explained musical exercises and activities that will help anyone, no matter his/her level of experience, be an effective caregiver using music. The book is written in plain language that is easy to understand and digest, but does not talk down to the reader. I liked that the author shares stories and vignettes from her own experience (personal and professional)not only is her compassion palpable, but it helps the reader/caregiver. "Fantastic read" according to Amazon Customer. I'm a music therapist and putting together an in service for caregivers on how to use music without me. I wish I bought a physical copy so I could share it around. This had fantastic ideas and activities people could use. Also GREAT resources.
Robin Rio is a board certified Music Therapist and Associate Professor at Arizona State University, USA.
Robin Rio's CONNECTING THROUGH MUSIC WITH PEOPLE WITH DEMENTIA: A GUIDE FOR CAREGIVERS shows how simple sounds and movement can engage such people, promote relaxation and enjoyment, and break down barriers. -- Social Care and Neurodisability the book provides compelling arguments as to why and how carers might use music-making to improve the day-to-day lives of those for whom they are caringThe book maps out a means of enriching the lives of people with dementia and those of their carers and is recommended for carers who have avoided using music because they do not feel qualified. This straightforward and practical "self-study" book can certainly play a part in improving quality of life and interaction with others with the advice and support it offers to its aimed readership of professional and family caregivers, as well as music therapy students and practitioners. -- Australian Journal of Ageing The world can be isolated and lonely for people with dementia, and
Music has long been a vital instrument in transcending cognitive issues; bringing people together, and allowing a person to live in the moment. Connecting through Music with People with Dementia explains how a caregiver can learn to use melody or rhythm to connect with someone who may be otherwise non-responsive, and how memories can be stimulated by music that resonates with a part of someone's past. The book provides practical advice on using music with people with dementia, and includes a songbook suggesting a range of popular song choices and a chapter focusing on the importance of caregivers looking after themselves as well as the people they care for. Suitable for both family and professional caregivers with no former experience of music therapy, and for music therapy students and entry level professionals, this accessible book will lay bare the secrets of music