The Power of Music

Playing a song from the past won't make it easier for patients to remember individuals, but it will cut down on stress.

In patients with Alzheimer's disease, songs from the past can have an almost magical ability to trigger memories—even when someone previously couldn't recognize family members or even have a conversation.

Aging in Place, Caregivers, Independent Living, NewsKristen SuttlesJanuary 7, 2015age in place, Alzheimers and music, Assistive technology, Independent living, Remind, Simply Home, SimplyHome, technology for agingComment

Alive Inside at the Land Of Sky

The film "Alive Inside" traces the impact of music on people with Alzheimer's and other dementias. This November 13, our friends at the Land of Sky are hosting a viewing of this Sundance-award winning film. We invite you to take part! It is free, but donations are encouraged.

Aging in Place, Caregivers, Independent Living, NewsKristen SuttlesNovember 11, 2014Alive Inside, Alzheimer's Asheville, Alzheimers and music, Asheville, SimplyHome, Sundance FilmComment

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