A unique new singing group for people living with dementia is being launched by Alzheimer’s Society in Burnham-On-Sea this autumn.
The group will meet each week at Burnham Baptist Church in College Street, starting on Tuesday 24th September at 2.30pm, and then continuing on the same day and time every other week.
‘Singing for the Brain’ is a programme developed by Alzheimer’s Society for people with memory problems which promotes communication through singing to help with articulation, concentration, focus and motivation.
Specially trained staff deliver a varied programme of vocal, rhythmic and gentle physical exercise and dance, along with songs from different eras and styles.
Hazel Tillman, Support Service Manager for the Alzheimer’s Society in Somerset, told Burnham-On-Sea.com: “Even when many memories are hard to retrieve, music can sometimes still be recalled – if only for a short while.”
“The sessions help people with dementia communicate, improving their mood and leaving them feeling good about themselves.”
“There are 7,640 in Somerset and this will rise to 11,495 in 2021 but with the right support people can live well with the condition for a number of years.”
To find out more about attending the ‘Singing for the Brain’ sessions in Burnham-On-Sea, contact Paul King on 01278 663760.
