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Community Hospice is proud to offer music therapy for our hospice patients. With a full-time music therapist on staff, patients can enjoy the many therapeutic benefits of music therapy. Music therapy has the ability draw connections, emotions, memories and much more. Everyone has a unique connection to music in their life, and our music therapist uses that to bring comfort and joy during the hospice journey. Goals for music therapy include symptom management, emotional and spiritual support, and improved quality of life for patients and their families.
Music therapists may use a wide variety of music, instruments and music-based interventions during sessions, based on a thorough assessment of the patient's and family’s needs and specific preferences. During a music therapy session, patients and family members may engage in:
Music therapists use a wide variety of music based on the needs and preferences of the individual. The therapist will complete an assessment that includes finding out what type of music is most preferred, as well as what kind of music/interventions will best meet the patient's and family’s needs.
Typically, music therapists in hospice use live music, because it allows more flexibility to meet the needs of patients and families in the moment. However, there are situations where the therapist may find it appropriate to use recorded music.
Anyone who would like to be involved is welcome to participate. Music therapy sessions can be conducted with individuals or groups, and can provide an opportunity for positive and enjoyable interaction. Music therapy can also be an ideal and non-threatening way to involve children in caring for and interacting with the hospice patient.
No. Individuals who can’t respond outwardly can still benefit from musical therapy. Since hearing is the last sense to go, patients will hear even when they are not able to communicate this to others. Sharing significant music at end of life can be a welcome way to feel a continued sense of connection and can also give comfort to the dying person, as well as those caring for him or her. In addition, many research studies show that music affects the body on a physiological level and can decrease heart rate, facilitate relaxation and help patients breathe easier.
Visit the American Music Therapy Association at musictherapy.org for more information and facts about music therapy.
