Music Therapy With Seniors

There's something special about working with seniors. Is it their forgiving nature, their desire for interaction and companionship, or is it their life experience
and understanding? When I visit with seniors I feel a deep connection and closeness. I generally find that seniors are genuinely appreciative of your time and companionship
and whatever you have to offer. Whether visiting someone who is fighting with declining physical health, or someone who is in the late stages of dementia, I always seem to
receive a warm welcome and my time and interaction seems to brighten their day, as much as the warmth and response brightens mine.

Whether are engaged in making music together using the guitar, a drum, a tambourine, or some maracas, or I am doing the singing and there is someone relaxing and listening to my song
there is always something for both of us to take away from the session. Music is such a powerful tool when working with seniors. It is a source of relaxation and reminiscence, it is a motivator
that encourages movement, and it allows for a level of interaction and socialization that is accessible to everyone no matter what their background, health, mental state, or abilities.
Working with seniors is such an important part of my life as a Music Therapist. Whether their responses are big or small, I always know that I have made a difference.

For more information on Music Therapy in Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and Guelph, please visit www.expressionsmusictherapy.com