Music Journaling for Caregivers
Thu (6 Sessions) Oct 01 - Nov 05 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
DESCRIPTION
Music can transport us to familiar and new places. It is a powerful tool that is shown to help support emotional health, reduce stress, provide respite, and bring us joy. This new 6-week class for caregivers will offer practical tools for how to use music for your well-being, and offer you regular contact with a group of people looking to do the same alongside a trained music therapist. No previous musical experience necessary. All you need are your ears, something to write with, and something to write on.
INSTRUCTOR
VICTORIA MCNEILL
Victoria McNeill (MMus, MTA) has been working as an accredited music therapist since 2014. Victoria began her professional career providing music therapy services as part of The Cummings Centre's many memory care groups. Since that time, the services at the Cummings Centre have grown to include a Glee Club in the mental health department as well as Broadway for Parkinson’s, Supported Conversation and Sing Me Your Story, both programs for Aphasia. In addition to her music therapy work, Victoria is also an accomplished classical musician, with degrees in classical French horn performance from Memorial University and McGill University. During her time as a music therapist, Victoria has worked with individuals aged 2 to 102 and has served individuals with a wide array of abilities.
