The value of music therapy in senior care
Originally posted on The New York Times: At 90, Beverly Herzog is writing songs for the first time. Once a week, a music therapist helps Mrs. Herzog transform her thoughts into lyrics, then sings them back to her mellifluously over the strums of her guitar. The result can be transformative. When Mrs. Herzog listened during […]
The importance of brain stimulating activities in aged care
BANGOR, Wales: A care provider in Wales says it encourages its service users to engage in activities such as learning an instrument or gardening after a report revealed these are the best ways to stimulate the brain. The Global Council’s recent report on brain health recommends people engage in stimulating activities such as learning an […]