Vitamin M (Music) for Dementia: How Music Strikes a Chord

Date: Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (Arizona Time/PST)
Location: Virtual using Zoom
Cost: Free of Charge

“Music has charms to soothe a savage breast” was penned by poet, William Congreve,
way back in 1697. 21st Century studies confirm that music may reduce agitation and
behavioral issues due to dementia, and provide a way to connect after verbal
communication has become difficult, according to Alzheimer’s Association.

Amanda Marcum has experienced the effective results per her practice with Hospice of
the Valley. In her charming, upbeat style, she will share the significance of individualized
music, explore evidence-based benefits of music on well-being, and guide you to use
music as a caregiving tool. Get into the rhythm and join us for this rousing webinar!

Amanda Marcum, MT-BC is a board-certified music therapist from Roanoke, Virginia.
She uses her passion and knowledge for music therapy to accomplish various nonmusical
goals across all stages of dementia. In addition to providing live music therapy
at the HOV Dementia Care and Education Campus, she gives caregivers the tools and
training they need to continue music engagement at home. She is thankful to be helping
families, like her own, who are affected by dementia.

If you require assistance, please contact Deanne Poulos: poulos@duetaz.org

Duet: Partners In Health & Aging’s Annual Family Caregiver Virtual Symposium.

Date: Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (AZ Time)
Location: Virtual, using Zoom
Cost: Free for Caregivers | Cost for Professionals

We have invited two remarkable speakers to help you discover practical strategies and tools to navigate your caregiving journey. Dr. Frances Marcus Lewis, Ph.D., the Endowed Professor of Nursing Leadership at the University of Washington Medical Center and an elected affiliate of the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, is at the forefront of shaping compassionate and effective care practices. Her presentation focuses on changes in spouse-partner relationships when one becomes the caregiver to the other. We are also excited to welcome Amy Cameron O’Rourke, MPH, CMC, author and a featured speaker at TEDxOrlando. Her expertise has been showcased in numerous articles, TV shows, and radio broadcasts. Her book, The Fragile Years, published in 2021, embodies her belief that our elder years offer a beautiful opportunity for connection, meaning, and joy. Jayme West, KTAR 92.3 FM, Arizona’s Morning News, will moderate the symposium.