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Methodist Homes (MHA)

Pam Rhodes presents The Radio 4 Appeal for Methodist Homes (MHA).
Registered Charity No. 1083995 (England & Wales).
To Give:
- Freephone 0800 404 8144
- Freepost BBC Radio 4 Appeal, mark the back of the envelope ' MHA'.

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Thu 10 Jul 201415:27
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MHA

MHA
MHA is a national charity of more than 70 years’ standing which provides accommodation, care and support services to 16,000 older people. Amongst other things, it is known for its person-centred approach to dementia care, respecting everyone as a unique individual and nurturing older people in body, mind and spirit.

Music Therapy

Music Therapy

MHA provides music therapy to approximately 2,000 people with dementia. It costs £30 a session but the charity does not charge residents for it. No previous musical experience or knowledge is necessary.

Ming Hung Hsu

Ming Hung Hsu
MHA’s lead Music Therapist, Ming Hung Hsu, has spoken at international conferences about the benefits of music therapy and continues to carry out research in the field. A recent pilot study commissioned by MHA indicated that music therapy could improve mood, alertness and engagement twofold in people with dementia, and significantly reduce anxiety, agitation and depression.

Dorothy Cartledge

Dorothy Cartledge

Music therapy gives people like Dorothy Cartledge a non-verbal channel for self-expression and creativity. It is an interactive therapy and recipients are encouraged and prompted to participate in the music however they can.

Broadcasts

  • Sun 6 Jul 201407:55
    BBC Radio 4
  • Sun 6 Jul 201421:26
    BBC Radio 4
  • Thu 10 Jul 201415:27
    BBC Radio 4 FM

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