Caregiver: Each year on March 1, World Music Therapy Day is for millions worldwide to appreciate the therapeutic power of music.
People have long recognized and talked about music’s power and advantages. Music therapy is a clinical specialty. If your loved one suffers from dementia or Alzheimers, you may have considered music therapy for them. However, getting them to and from the appointments can be challenging. If this sounds like something you and your senior have been struggling with, it may be time to consider finding additional help. A caregiver can help ensure seniors get to and from appointments like music therapy. This means you no longer have to worry about scheduling whatever you have going on and have someone trustworthy like caregivers helping your parents every day.
If you have not yet thought about music therapy on March 1st, you have the opportunity to learn more.
This is a day that purposely draws attention to the power of music and how it can help your loved one. Sometimes music and playing notes is a key indicator of how someone is feeling on the inside without using words at all. Music allows every person to have a way to communicate without talking and that has power. Here are five ways you can try celebrating on March 1st.
Make a Social Post Together
Many seniors do have some type of social media to stay connected with family and friends. They may not make posts much, but this is a day you both can spread awareness to. You can create a message on a social media platform and encourage the senior to share the same post. It draws attention to the day and is something you can sit down and do together.
Find Charities
If a senior wants to get involved, it’s time to reach out to local music therapy programs. Bring a list to your seniors and tell them you want to make a donation. Help them sort through all of the charities in your local area or talk to music therapists directly. This will allow you and the senior to bond while making a difference in the community.
Have a Music Day
Whether you are playing music or turning on an old record, this is a day you can enjoy together. Play your favorite musical pieces together. Hop on the piano while they play the flute or any instrument you want. You can play solo for your seniors or teach them notes to a new song. If neither of you plays instruments, you can watch a musical on the TV together. Get creative and listen to music today. Turning on music may even spark memories for your seniors.
Read About a Favorite Composer
If your seniors love music, buy them a book on their favorite artists or composers. You can also bring them material to read about music therapy if you think they may be interested in this opportunity.
Caregiver: Find Classes
Some seniors may want to learn new instruments, and this is the day to find new classes. If a senior needs help to get places without you, consider elder care providers to help out on this new journey.
The staff at Home Care Matters is available to talk with you and your family about all of your needs. Home Care Matters is a home care agency providing quality and affordable Caregiver in Lawrenceville, GA, and the surrounding areas.
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Valerie has the unique experience with home care as she has experienced it from both ends of the spectrum, as a caregiver and as needing care herself as a cancer survivor. Valerie says, “Taking care of someone you love is a physically, mentally and demanding labor of love.Taking care of my mom was the hardest thing I have ever done. It has given me an insight and perspective not many people understand unless you are doing it or have done it.I loved taking care of my mom.I love helping others take care of their love ones too.And now that I’ve been sick, it’s given me a whole new level of empathy and understanding for those who are sick and need help.”
Valerie’s schedule varies daily, but she loves visiting with our clients, families, caregivers, our network partners and being in the office.Says Valerie, “Every day is different, but I wake up excited about what we do, inspired by our team, clients and caregivers.I strive to be a resource to the community.I love my team and I love what we do every day. I like to think my mom would be proud.”
You can reach Valerie by email (Valerie@homecarematters.com) or in our office (770.965.4004).
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