Maldon District Dementia Friendly Community Team host

"Melodies for Memories"

a dementia friendly singing group

second Tuesday of the Month from 2.30pm to 3.30pm

2 April and 7 May at URC, Market Hill Maldon

4 June, 2 July and 6 August, The Octagon, St Mary's Church, Church St Maldon

3 Sept, 1 Oct, 5 Nov, 3 Dec, IRC, Market Hill Maldon

Contact Leah or Carlie on 07903 928 229

[email protected]

We look forward to welcoming you

Music evokes emotions and memories, which is why musical intervention has therapeutic benefits for people with dementia or Alzheimer's disease. Musical interventions have been shown to decrease a patient's agitation and improve communication and caregiver relationships.

Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe the resulting disorder from brain disease or injury that is marked by loss of memory and cognitive abilities. Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia, accounting for 60% to 80% of cases.