For Caregivers
Top 10 Benefits of Music Therapy: Be Creative
Why music therapy? While the answer varies depending on the person and what they need from music therapy, there are several benefits that music therapy provides over and over for older adult clients, whether they are dealing with cognitive decline and/or physical limitations from conditions like Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, depression,…
Read MoreTop 10 Benefits of Music Therapy: Get Moving
Why music therapy? While the answer varies depending on the person and what they need from music therapy, there are several benefits that music therapy provides over and over for older adult clients, whether they are dealing with cognitive decline and/or physical limitations from conditions like Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, depression,…
Read MoreTop 10 Benefits of Music Therapy – New Video Series
What are the benefits of music therapy for older adults? While the answer varies depending on the person and what they need from music therapy, there are several benefits that music therapy provides over and over for older adult clients, whether they are dealing with cognitive decline and/or physical limitations from conditions like Alzheimer’s disease…
Read MoreYour Virtual Vacation Playlist Builder
Are you wishing for a vacation right now? Whether it’s a weekend getaway or a once-in-a-lifetime trip, many people enjoy getting away from home and the routine to explore something different. Travel is not always possible, however. If you are not able to go away for a vacation this year, we invite you to try out…
Read MoreHow to Make A Playlist on Spotify or YouTube: Instructions
As music therapists, we at Soundscaping Source are often recommending that people make their own playlists. You can make a playlist to help you with big feelings like grief, or to accompany you with tasks like gardening or spring cleaning. So… how do you do that? Spotify and YouTube are our two preferred platforms. In the…
Read MoreTechnology You Can Use to Improve Older Adult Loved Ones’ Lives
Since older adults are at a high risk for contracting the coronavirus, it’s unwise to spend a lot of time around other people right now and increase the risk of catching COVID-19. At the same time, we want to stay connected to each other. Technology can help immensely, but some of our older loved ones may…
Read MoreFront porch vs. Stage [Video]
Have you ever wondered what the difference between a performer and a music therapist is? Why should you pick one over the other? Does it really matter? Check out the video below with Rachelle as she explains what a music therapist does in a senior living community and why you may want one. Music therapist…
Read More5 Fun Ways to Use Music During Quarantine
The effects of COVID-19 have forced the world to remain home for several weeks now, and many of us are running out of ideas on how to stay entertained, inspired, and connected. Of course, music can be one answer to any of those needs. Here are 5 ways you can put some music into your…
Read MoreSocial Isolation: How Music Therapy Helps
As we age, it’s very common for us to become more isolated. When we’re healthy, we can get out to the coffee shop for the drink, or church for a weekly service, or the rec center to exercise with friends. These opportunities can become fewer and fewer when our bodies do not have as much…
Read More20-Second Handwashing Songs for Seniors
COVID-19 is on the rise, and we need all the help we can get to make sure that coronavirus doesn’t spread. The CDC recommends at least 20 seconds of vigorous handwashing with soap and warm water to prevent the spread of germs. Why not make it fun? Here are 10 choruses from 1940-1970 to help…
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