Transcript Music Therapy for Seniors - Music Therapy Services of Greater Atlanta

Music Therapy for Seniors
Elizabeth Hampshire, NMT, MT-BC
September, 2013
What is Music Therapy?
 Music Therapy is the clinical use of
music interventions to accomplish
individualized goals within a
therapeutic relationship.
 Individual sessions
 Group sessions
 Multi-generational group sessions
What Does Music Therapy Help?
 Music Therapy helps clients improve
their non-musical skills
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Communication
Motor
Cognitive
Social
Emotional
Music Therapy Process
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Assessment
Treatment
Data Evaluation
Evaluation
What is Neurologic Music Therapy?
 Neurologic Music Therapy (NMT) is an
advanced form of music therapy that uses
research-based techniques to treat the
brain and nervous system.
 NMT is the therapeutic application of music
to cognitive, sensory and motor dysfunction
for rehabilitation, development or
adaptation.
 These standardized clinical techniques are
used for sensorimotor, speech and
language and cognition training.
How Do Seniors Benefit from Music
Therapy?
Senior citizens benefit greatly from music therapy intervention.
Here are just a few improvements noted by existing clients and
their spouses and families:
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Better awareness and concentration
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Enhances interest levels and social interaction
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Improves memory and recall
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Happier outlook on life and higher self-esteem
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Increases mobility and coordination
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Diminishes pain and improves recovery time
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Reduces tension and promotes relaxation
What Happens in a Music Therapy
Session?
 Treatment may include creating, singing,
moving with, and listening to music.
 Clients’ abilities are strengthened through
the musical experiences and transferred
to other areas of their lives.
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Singing
Instrument Playing
Movement
Lyric Discussion
Music Therapy Services
of Greater Atlanta
www.mtsofga.com
678-277-2632
[email protected]