Music and Memory

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This Magic Moment Memory Cafe – Enjoying the Holidays Together
Bychession November 21, 2017

The Family Caregiver Support Program at Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley has collaborated with the Newburyport Council on Aging (COA) to present “This Magic Moment Memory Café, Enjoying the Holidays Together”. We would like to invite you and your loved one to attend as it is an opportunity for you both to take a…

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PlumFest
Bybartlett July 31, 2017

Plum Island has attracted artsy crowds for decades; poets, musicians, painters and writers, all looking to be inspired by the island’s beauty and tranquility. So, when two musically motivated residents were looking to bring a sense of unity and fellowship to this Merrimack Valley coastal community, a porch-style music festival seemed like the perfect venue….

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Caring for Someone with Alzheimer’s or Dementia | New to Caregiving | What’s New Out There

Music and Memory
Bybartlett March 28, 2017

My dad was a musician before he was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. How can I incorporate his love of music into a plan for his care going forward? Music has proved to be very therapeutic, especially for those who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. Often times when a person suffers…

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Caring for Someone with Alzheimer’s or Dementia | General Ideas and Support | Grandparents / Kinship Caregivers as Parents | Long Distance Caregiving | New to Caregiving | Resources | Self Care for the Caregiver | What’s New Out There

Support Groups
Bybartlett March 28, 2017

I recently heard about a caregiver support group that meets at my local hospital. What can I expect if I choose to attend and what are some of the benefits? It can feel intimidating if you’ve never attended a support group before but here are some things you should know…. First and foremost, caregiver support…

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