“A woman with Frontotemporal dementia enrolled in the Music & Memory program who was experiencing an increase in aphasia. I told her how impressed I was that she was able to identify songs so quickly and she replied, ‘Oh, you have given me back words and memories. I feel like I’m 18 again! I’m right back in that moment – feeling those feelings.’
— Music & Memory Certified Organization Serving Individuals Living at Home (2017)
Grounded in extensive research, Music & Memory helps people living with a wide range of cognitive and physical challenges to find renewed joy in life through musical favorites. Our caregivers are trained to develop personalized playlists, delivered through an iPod or mp3 player.
Anyone can benefit from using Music & Memory, but we especially
encourage our clients who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia
to participate and enjoy the benefits of the program. The following
individuals may also benefit from Music & Memory:
To learn more about the Music and Memory program please visit: musicandmemory.org.