What’s really useful when you are drumming with individuals with dementia is the GOAL. Be aware of the goal. Maybe the goal is social interaction. Or perhaps the goal is to stimulate motor movement. Then again, you may be working on memory validation.
Whatever the group and goal is for your clients, you’ll benefit from these great ideas from Christine Stevens, MSW, MT-BC! Watch the video below, and prepare to be inspired and rejuvenated in your work with dementia.
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