This Is Growing Old: Finding Memories in Music

Music, the great communicator,” as the Red Hot Chili Peppers once put it, has the power to transcend barriers and weave rhythm and melody into our lives. Whether you're an infant drifting off to a favorite lullaby or a concert pianist composing a magnum opus, music connects with us on a fundamental human level. It’s no surprise, then, that some of our most cherished songs and sounds can also play a meaningful role in care.As we continue to raise awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and amplify the voices of patients, advocates, caregivers, and experts, we’re excited to explore how music is transforming the way we approach neurodegenerative care.Joining us today are Marianna Blagburn and Amy Hewes, Directors of Memory Support and Programming at Ingleside at Rock Creek and Westminster at Lakeridge. Through its Life Plan Communities, home care services, and foundation, Ingleside is committed to helping residents live engaged, fulfilling lives with access to a full continuum of care, including memory support.In addition to its person-centered approach to aging services, Ingleside offers robust music therapy programming designed to support cognitive, emotional, and social well-being. We’re excited to learn more about that work and the power of music as dive into today’s chat.