Breaking Conversation Habits with Songwriting

Music, Older Adults

It is easy to get into habits in conversation. P1 – “How are you?” P2 – “I’m fine.” Let’s be truthful, how often do you respond that the day is challenging? I see this habit continuing in many who participate in my...

Rising Star: Music Therapists

Music Therapy

To date, I have shared rising stars of activity professionals and intergenerational programs. On a personal and professional level I also believe my chosen profession of music therapy is another rising star. During January, music therapists are advocating for our...

Time for Mistakes

Quality of life

Mistakes = errors, bloopers, faults, goofs. Right? Hmm, maybe. Do a search on the many things created or discovered through mistakes: chocolate chip cookies, popsicles, Ivory soap bars to name a few. Yes, mistakes have also lead to damage, wars, and lots of negative...

5 Music Tips for Long-term Care Staff

Music, Older Adults, Quality of life

Many long-term caregivers have seen the video of Henry responding to music from his era. If using music in senior living communities was that easy, all residents would be issued an mp3 player upon admission. The thing is, listening to music can be “both...

#AwesomeMT Resources for YOU

Music Therapy, Resources

The 2013 American Music Therapy Conference is in the history books. Presenting on a panel of amazing online music therapists was one of my big highlights. Want to check out the online conversations? Here you go! In response to questions from session participants along...