Coventry choir is on a mission to reconnect dementia patients with their loved ones
Memory Singers has formed a new choir in Coventry for dementia patients and their carers
A brand new Memory Singers Choir in Coventry is on a mission to reconnect dementia patients with their loved ones through their love of music.
People living with dementia in Coventry and their carers now have a chance to enjoy the therapeutic, social and cognitive benefits of music through the choir sessions.
Run by the renowned choir and music charity Armonico Consort, based in Warwick, this is the third Memory Singers group to be established, with others in Solihull and Warwick.
Armonico’s specially-trained professional musicians lead a fun and friendly session that includes warm-ups, activity songs and a wide variety of familiar tunes, with live musical accompaniment. There’s also a chance to socialise over refreshments.
Significant scientific research and inspirational TV documentaries such as Line of Duty actress Vicky McClure’s ‘Our Dementia Choir’, have highlighted the positive effects of music as ‘medicine’.
These extend to unlocking memories, re-establishing cognitive pathways, improving confidence and positively affecting mood.
Sarah Riddell, Operations Manager, Armonico Consort, said: “Singing for people living with dementia is such a joyous and liberating experience, and a much-needed chance for loved ones to connect.
"Participants at our existing Memory Singers tell us it’s the highlight of their week, and we’re delighted to have launched our third group at Bond’s Hospital, Coventry.”
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