Music therapy and geriatric populations : a handbook for practicing music therapists and healthcare professionals / Melita Belgrave, PhD, MT-BC, Alice-Ann Darrow, PhD, MT-BC, Darcy Walworth, PhD, MT-BC, Natalie Wlodarczyk, PhD, MT-BC.

Author/creator Belgrave, Melita author.
Other author Darrow, Alice-Ann, author.
Other author Walworth, Darcy, author.
Other author Wlodarczyk, Natalie, author.
Format Book
Publication InfoSilver Springs, Maryland : American Music Therapy Association, Inc., ©2011.
Description228 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm
Subjects

Contents Introduction to the curriculum -- Frequently asked questions about music therapy -- Definitions of music therapy interventions used with geriatric populations -- Music therapy and persons with Alzheimer's Disease -- Music therapy in hospice and palliative care -- Music therapy for health and wellness -- Music therapy in intergenerational programming (IG).
Abstract The use of music can do much to enhance the plan of care for aging adults. The clinical and musical expertise of a board-certified music therapist is preferable. There are times, however, when a music therapist is not available and healthcare workers may find music interventions useful for their clients - especially those who may be experiencing pain or stress. The primary purpose of this handbook is to educate music therapists and healthcare professionals about the uses and evidence-based benefits of music therapy practices with older adults - including those in hospice care, with Alzheimer's disease, in health and wellness programs, and in intergenerational programs. For each of the adult populations, the handbook includes chapters on introductory information, reviews of related music therapy research, and clinical applications of evidence-based music therapy practice. The applications are hierarchically ordered for healthcare providers and board-certified music therapists who have advanced skills in music and working with older adults. With these research-based applications, music can become an integral part of the comprehensive care plan for adult clients.--adapted from publisher's description.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references.
ISBN9781884914287
ISBN1884914284

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Music Music Stacks ML3920 .B375 2011 ✔ Available Place Hold