Singing is not only an enjoyable activity; it can also provide a way for people with dementia, along with their carers, to express themselves and socialise with others in a fun and supportive group.
Hidden in the fun are activities which build on the well-known preserved memory for song and music in the brain. Even when many memories are hard to retrieve, music is especially easy to recall.
As part of this role you will:
Is this role for me?
• Have experience of and an interest in music and movement.
• Are committed to inclusion, treating people from all backgrounds with dignity.
• Have a knowledge of, or a willingness to learn about, dementia and its impact on people.
• Have good verbal communication skills.
This is a weekly group that runs for 30 weeks of the year in 6 week blocks. The sessions last for 2 hours.
Location: Lichfield
To apply or for further information please contact Rachel Dean – Volunteering Officer Staffordshire and Shropshire on: 01543 255 983 or rachel.dean@alzheimers.org.uk
