Take Note – Musical Ideas for Carers
$77.70 inc. GST
100 Everyday Musical Ideas for carers to use with older people.
Take Note – A Musical Resource for Dementia Care
Having a wide repertoire of activity ideas is essential for any care home or wellbeing coordinator to deliver an engaging and varied program. Take Note activity cards are a fantastic resource, whether you’re new to the role or an experienced professional.
Music is increasingly recognised for its powerful benefits, especially for those living with dementia. Take Note supports anyone working with older people to use music effectively—regardless of their musical background or training.
This resource is complemented by a dedicated website featuring video demonstrations and musical materials that bring the ideas on the cards to life. Take Note is an invaluable tool for caregivers, music practitioners, and therapists working with older adults in care homes, day centres, or private residences. It also serves as a helpful guide for family members seeking to connect with loved ones through music.
Benefits
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Stimulates memory and cognitive function
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Encourages communication and emotional expression
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Promotes relaxation and reduces agitation or anxiety
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Fosters social connection and participation
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Enhances mood, wellbeing, and quality of life
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Supports identity and a sense of self through familiar songs
Presented on easy-to-access cards, there are 100 different ideas for using music, each one tried and tested by the authors. Cards include ideas for:
- Encouraging participants to listen to music and join in
- Using music to help achieve particular effects, such as wellbeing and the relief of anxiety, depression and agitation
- Working with individuals and groups
- Enhancing social engagement
- Improving memory and communication.
Includes
30 sturdy, full-colour activity cards presented in a compact, easy-to-carry box—ideal for use in group settings or one-on-one sessions.
