CHANGEMAKERS

Linda Weatherly is the Manager of Recreation and Volunteers at Menno Place, a senior care campus in Abbotsford, BC and MUSIC CARE Certified. Linda, like many in the care sector, was determined to tackle the issue of men self-isolating in their rooms, avoiding social programs, and disconnecting from the community. 

LEADING EDGE

Brian Harris is an exceptional board-certified music therapist. While his clinical work at the Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital in Boston helps people in their recovery journey and fuels his deep curiosity for how to make music therapy more accessible, Brian is an innovator. 

CONNECTING THE DOTS

After the welcome song, I witnessed the magic and creative energy of musicking unfold. The musicians would interact with participants and engage in call and answer style activities all happening over consistent chord progressions played by Alina on a keyboard. The style, form and rhythm of the music would change as the mood and energy of the circle changed. It was brilliant and moving. 

ESSENTIALS

TIPS & TRICKS - Forest Bathing for Self-Care

Forest bathing is increasingly recognized by wellness experts as a simple practice that can enhance quality of life, reduce stress, and foster feelings of gratitude and wellbeing. Enriching mindfulness practices like forest bathing is particularly powerful when considering nature’s sounds.

MUSIC CARE TOOLS

Life Review is a collection of pictures and questions that catalyze memories and conversations about and is part of the MUSIC CARE CONVERSATION CARDS series. Life Review is designed specifically for using with people nearing the end of life, by people who are skilled caregivers and close loved one of the dying person. It can also be used to support bereaved people after the death.

BOOK REVIEW

Music is the great connector and at so many levels. It is around interpersonal connection made through the arts and other basic human staples that Julia Hotz explores in her new book, The Connection Cure. The reader experiences a global kaleidoscope of the emerging practice of social prescription, a nonmedical resource or activity that aims to improve a person’s health and strengthen their community connections. 

ROOM 217 BLOGS



Check out the MUSIC CARE by Room 217 blogs for inspiring tips on how music can support healing, reduce stress, and boost well-being. Perfect for caregivers, health pros, and music lovers! 

UPCOMING 2024 TRAINING & EVENTS

Oct 9 - Webinar - Making Room for Meaningful Relationships

Oct 15/16 - MUSIC CARE TRAINING Level 1

Nov 13 - Webinar - Using Music as a Chronic Caregiver

Nov 14/15 - MUSIC CARE TRAINING Level 2

Nov 23 - MUSIC CARE CONFERENCE 2024

Dec 5 - MUSIC CARE MASTERCLASS

Dec 11 - Webinar - Dance for Undeserved Populations from Ballet Edmonton

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