How important is clowning around? Jan Streader shares her journey as a therapeutic clown and how singing and music are important in reaching those with dementia and Alzheimer's.
Jan Streader, a former communications professional turned therapeutic clown, shared her journey as a clown and impressed on us the value of laughter, and the connection between music and memory (particularly for those with dementia and Alzheimers. She shared these links:
Can Music Help Alzheimer's Patients? https://www.pressreader.com/canada/times-colonist/20221112/281887302290240
Alive Inside: A Story of Music and Memory https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lBx2g9iNbEc
The Power Of Music On The Brain https://nhdementiatraining.org/2020/11/16/music-memories-the-power-of-music-on-the-brain/