Singing for the Brain is a group activity which has been carefully designed for people diagnosed with dementia and their carers, in order to receive the many health benefits that are woven into the fun of singing. It is an enjoyable, friendly and uplifting activity giving many people a much-needed boost in confidence, all led by a trained facilitator.
We meet for light refreshments and a chat beforehand to help people relax and get to know each other. Once the session starts, we sit in a circle and do some exercises to warm up the voice. Then the fun really begins by singing a range of songs, either unaccompanied or sometimes using musical instruments.
Please note that no previous singing expertise is required!
Singing for the Brain sessions are free to attend and complimentary refreshments are available.
Minehead:
Methodist Hall, Lower Meadow Road, Alcombe, Minehead
Alternate Thursdays, 10.30am – 12.30pm
For further information please contact Paul King on 01278 663 760 or
email carol.sweeting@alzheimers.org.uk
Taunton:
St James Church Hall, St James Street, Taunton TA1 1JS
Alternate Tuesdays, 10.30am – 12.30pm
For further information please contact Carol Sweeting on 01278 663 760 or
email carol.sweeting@alzheimers.org.uk
Wells:
Seager Hall, Union Street, Wells
Second Monday of every month, 2.00pm – 4.00pm
For further information please contact Shirley Pays on 01458 251 541 or
email shirley.pays@alzheimers.org.uk
Ilminster:
Muchelney House, Wharf Lane, Ilminster
Alternate Thursdays, 10am – 12pm
For further information please contact 01458 251 541 or
email helen.shipley@alzheimers.org.uk
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Programme of events – Somerset – 2019
