Diverse Music Therapy Projects within residential and community care

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1 Diverse Music Therapy Projects within residential and community care ACSA 210 National Conference Explore the possibilities Prepared by Registered Music Therapist, Alexandra Dyer BMus (Music Therapy) (Honours) for Tandara Lodge Community

2 What is Music Therapy? The planned therapy program regardless of musical skill or background. (AMTA, 2010) A registered allied health profession, practiced throughout Australia and in more than 40 countries across the globe and creative use of music to attain and maintain health and well being. People of any age or ability may benefit from a music

3 Who is a Registered Music Therapist? Qualified practitioner whose training has included the theoretical and practical applications of music therapy including six months clinical training in a variety of settings. Has completed 2 years masters degree in music therapy at either The University of Melbourne The University of Queensland University of Technology Sydney The University of Western Sydney May work as independent therapist or within a multidisciplinary team Registered with the Australian Music Therapy Association (AMTA) and bound by the code of professional conduct and ethics of the AMTA

4 Changes in Music Therapy Practice Large Client Numbers Large Group Sizes Few Hours Allocated (5 mins per week/resident) Similar Client groups Many Travelling hours Limited Resources & Collaboration with other health professionals WELCOME TO A RURAL COMMUNITY!

5 Client Perspective Limited time for one on one interactions Different Musical abilities and interests in the one group Large range of persons in nursing home settings Awareness of Music Therapy Ages from 40 to 106 Different diagnosis Cultural differences Language barriers

6 Activity Theory (Havighurst,1953) People who age most successfully are those who remain active and involved Older persons should continue a middle-aged lifestyle, denying the limitations of old age as long as possible

7 The Joy of Singing! Singing of favorite songs Involvement with others in social contexts Singing to stimulate deep breathing and physical relaxation Singing to increase mood Singing to create meaningful, purposeful activity during the day Facilitate reminiscence reality orientation for residents with dementia and

8 Visits to Other Homes Building bridges with facilities Allowing residents to give to others Invitations to churches, local clubs, day centers and seniors week events

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10 Seniors Week Celebration 120 residents 9 aged care facilities 5 community organisations Always Look on the Bright Side of Life 6 th October pm Devonport Senior Citizens Club Please RSVP to Meercroft Care Inc. Across 300km Over 50% residents with a diagnosis of dementia Promoted Music therapy Aged Care Local support services Family Support

11 Seniors Week Celebration Large scale community events highlight peoples abilities Create connections with the audience Develop a positive profile of the performers Develop and maintain abilities Create pride and self worth Develop connections with other performers

12 Recording a CD Taking song writing into the community Sharing achievements with the community Using community recording studios Encouraging community talent to be involved Staff Network

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15 Making a Video Entering video competition Showing off their community Creating an extra dimension to their experience

16 Performing at the Eisteddfod Developing self esteem Developing self worth Creating an opportunity to perform Another connection with the community greater community awareness Education for school children Connecting the young with the old

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18 Interesting Reflections Encouragement and support from management reflects through interventions These interventions require lots of support from staff and volunteers In-service and education is required for staff to inform them of goals and objectives through interventions

19 Thankyou Please contact me Alexandra Dyer Registered Music Therapist Bmus (Music Therapy) (Honours) alexandradyer _ hotmail.com