Music Therapy Ireland are now carrying out sessional work for the residents at Lakes Nursing home in Killaloe, county Clare.
Music therapy is a target-oriented and purposeful activity in which therapists work with individuals and groups, using music to help develop and maintain cognitive functioning, emotional expression, memory enhancement, relaxation, positive mood and giving the person an overall sense of well-being. It has been found to be particularly beneficial for older adults with various types of dementia, as the music brings them into the present moment in a creative and social environment.
We are excited about this new project and look forward to working with the staff to create positive outcomes to the lives of the residents.
Tags: cognitive functioning, Dementia, emotional expression, lakes nursing home, memory enhancement, Muaic therapy, positive mood, relaxation, social environment, therapeutic music, well-being
