There's something so powerful about music and the way it speaks to our souls. You're about to watch a video about this power that made one news anchor break down in tears.
Many health benefits are associated with music, especially for seniors who struggle with dementia and other cognitive and physical challenges. A.G. Rhodes Health & Rehab, located in Atlanta, GA, provides compassionate rehabilitative therapy and residential care to seniors who are temporarily or permanently unable to care for themselves. The staff is well aware of the impact music can have on its residents, and so they came up with a brilliant way to inject positivity, fun, and interaction throughout their daily lives.
The Songs for Seniors program within its Music Therapy department promotes the incorporation of music into many areas of the day, including rehabilitation therapy, leisure activities, and personal time. A key component of the program is the use of music devices that include songs tailored for individual residents to enjoy. Staff have been trained under the MUSIC & MEMORY℠ Certification Program to create personalized music playlists that are downloaded onto iPods. They facilitate sessions with individual residents who listen to their favorite songs and genres. As a result, residents experience positive reactions while recalling fond pastimes, and they are more alert and engaged throughout the day.
Watching these seniors light up with joy as their demeanors completely change is enough to fill my heart with joy — and clearly this male news anchor feels the same, as he couldn't get through this segment without crying! So sweet!
You're only as old as you feel, and this video is wonderful proof of that. Please SHARE it with your friends on Facebook and give them something to smile about!
