The role of music in calming and engaging New Zealand dementia patients will be studied by University of Auckland scientists ...

Have you ever had a scent — like vanilla or cinnamon — trigger a fond memory? Perhaps it reminded you of your grandmother’s cookies. Or maybe you’re transported back to high school whenever you hear a ...

Research shows that when we listen to music, it's like a neurological CrossFit session for our brains, engaging multiple areas simultaneously. For people with dementia, this mental workout can be ...

The Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center’s Immersion Room uses advanced technology to provide dementia patients with calming, sensory-rich experiences, offering an escape from daily struggles ...

Music may reduce distress for dementia patients, suggests new research. The findings show music therapy - singing, playing or just listening - could be used on NHS dementia wards as an alternative to ...

When J.L. Gallese’s father entered the later stages of dementia, music became a regular element of his care. There were a few LPs of old TV show theme songs that he loved, and they played on repeat ...

Have you been feeling stressed or anxious? For those living with dementia, this is a common experience, but art may offer a soothing solution. Central Coast Home Health and Hospice volunteers recently ...