Social prescribing is a highly relevant and potentially transformative avenue for #dementia, especially with the view to increasing awareness around the role of #music to support quality of life for #peoplelivingwithdementia. #dementiaresearch #dementiaawareness #musicfordementia

2/4 There is a growing evidence base for efficacy, and a range of activities already exist that are well suited to referrals e.g. #musictherapy, #livemusic programmes and projects, personal #playlists, #community initiatives such as #dementiachoirs.

3/4 We’re trying to increase understanding of dementia. Will you help us by sharing this thread, please? Better yet, add your voice to our campaign for music to be recognised and valued across society as a necessity for people living with #dementia. https://musicfordementia.org.uk/join-us/ 

4/4 You can also read more helpful facts about dementia and music at https://musicfordementia.org.uk/how-music-helps/, or download our full infographic at https://musicfordementia.org.uk/research-policy/
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