by Vanessa Webb | Feb 3, 2015 | Uncategorized
Thanks to the support of Surrey Heath Borough council, I am very pleased to be offering my interactive singing sessions for those with dementia and their carers from March 11th at Surrey Heath Wellbeing centre, Park Street, Bagshot, GU19 5AQ, 230-330. Sessions will...
by Vanessa Webb | Feb 1, 2015 | Uncategorized
A recent research study found that those suffering from moderate to severe dementia did particularly well singing show tunes from movies and musicals such as ‘The Wizard of Oz,’ ‘The Sound of Music’ and ‘Oklahoma!’ in group settings...
by Vanessa Webb | Feb 1, 2015 | Uncategorized
The individualized music that makes “connections” works well with moderate-severe Alzheimer’s disease and hospice. My definition of “connection” is not someone saying, “thank-you, I enjoyed the show.” My definition of connection …is at a much deeper level. An...
by Vanessa Webb | Oct 30, 2014 | Uncategorized
I have recently completed my training to become a Singing for the Brain leader for the Alzheimer’s society and continue to help at the group in Bracknell which I love. Its a wonderful rewarding start to the week joining the team on a Monday morning. I hope also...
by Vanessa Webb | Sep 1, 2014 | Uncategorized
We are now offering sessions in more care homes in the area as residents and staff enjoy the benefits of group singing on their health and well being. Latest bookings include Bagshot park Neuro rehabilitation centre, Sunrise Senior living Virginia Water, West Hall...
by Vanessa Webb | Jul 15, 2014 | Uncategorized
New research published earlier this month has found a number of proteins in the blood could predict the transition between mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia. While this is a promising development, this research does not mean that a blood test for dementia...