Aimed at song leaders, this resource explores the skills and strategies involved in learning to lead dementia inclusive singing activities. We approach this through the experience of Jo Miller, a skilled community musician new to working in dementia inclusive settings.
The guide covers getting started, key tasks, choosing repertoire, music leading and managing sessions, with lots of practical advice.
Here are some of the features of the event, to help you decide if it is right for you, your family or friends.
Helpful tips and strategies for communicating effectively with people with dementia.
This guide explains what copyright is and how you will know if the songs your group is singing are in copyright.
Take a peek at the difference the Dementia Inclusive Singing Network can make.
This film explores how singing groups and choirs from across Scotland have continued to support the inclusion of people living with dementia online and remotely during the coronavirus pandemic.
Luminate@Home: Kitchen Drumming Band - rhythms sheet, music track and videos to get you inspired.
In this film, percussionist Jane Bentley invites you to grab the wooden spoons and get drumming!
In this film, singer Christine Kydd leads you through two traditional songs. The songs are accessible for all ages and abilities. Enjoy!
There are many things that can make an online singing activity more accessible for people with dementia.
As a group or organisation including people who have dementia in activities there are changes that can be made in premises, often for low or no cost.
Luminate@Home: Singin Scotland - song lyrics and accompaniment tracks.
How to talk and write about dementia in a way which is positive and inclusive of people living with the condition.
Here you will find a useful resource from the fantastic storyteller and shanty-woman, Jan Bee Brown, who outlines her 10 top tips for setting up a dementia inclusive shanty choir.
A brief summary of some of the causes and symptoms of dementia.
