VV june july 2022

A New Community Music Group
As we get older we all forget things like peoples’ names, where we’ve put our
keys, and what we went upstairs for. Research shows that keeping active and
being sociable are excellent ways to keep our brains working well. It’s also well
known that music is a great way to stimulate our memories.
Pre pandemic there were groups in Milford catering specifically for people
affected by dementia. But now the Milford on Sea Charitable Trust and the
Community Centre have come together to offer something a bit different. We are
starting a new, inclusive community group that will be open to anyone who likes
music, and will welcome people affected by dementia or any other conditions.
You can come along and join in with the singing or just sit and listen.
Music for a Healthy Mind
starts on Thursday 26th May at 2pm.
It will then meet on the second and fourth Thursday of every month in the
Community Centre. Why not come along and join us for a cup of tea, and see
what you think? The aim is to have an enjoyable and relaxing afternoon.
We are very aware too, that when a person does experience some memory
issues, they and their families are likely to want to find out what help is available.
So we are providing a Coordinator for the village and surrounding area. She has
worked with people with dementia, and will be able to signpost to relevant local
services and support. Her name is Jan and she is experienced in working with
people with dementia. She will be a sympathetic ear to people at a time when
they may be very anxious.
As well as being at the Music for a Healthy Mind sessions, she will be on hand at a
small informal drop-in at the Community Centre café. It will be open to anyone
who is caring at home for a relative or friend, to come along either with or
without the person they care for. The Carers’ Café will be on the first and third
Thursday afternoon of the month, from 2.00-3.30, starting on June 16th. There
will be also be games and reminiscence activities.
If you are interested in helping please email Jenny Whitley on
charity@whitleyonsea.net
Or contact the Community Centre
The Milford on Sea Charitable Trust is a Registered Charity no 1172750
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