Description
This video will serve as an introduction to the discovery and application of music as a person-centered, integral part of every dementia caregiver’s toolkit. Music is not just a pleasant background, but, used proactively, can promote specific improvements in care environments with progressively challenging behaviors. The applications of music as an intervention, whether at home or in a long-term residential setting, are outlined in easy-to-use details. Additionally, simple techniques and equipment options are discussed as well as a pathway for understanding types of music to be utilized during possibly challenging times of day such as late afternoon fatigue or bathing.
