My mother has vascular dementia, lost interest in TV (too confusing), but responds very well to tunes/songs from her youth. I would like to get her a music player (built in speaker? or bluetooth speaker?) that is very simple to use.
She wouldn't be able to use a computer/phone (initial thought was a 'phone with bluetooth) but I would like something that I could download 40's/50's/60's tunes on to and could be set up to play or switch off at the touch of a large button. Hi Fi quality not a consideration.
Any ideas gratefully received. Guy.
music system for dementia
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Re: music system for dementia
something like that?
https://www.amazon.co.uk/neocore-A3-60- ... 038RKQ5D01
load card with music and she just need to press play
there are other similar with more functions etc
https://www.amazon.co.uk/neocore-A3-60- ... 038RKQ5D01
load card with music and she just need to press play
there are other similar with more functions etc
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Re: music system for dementia
Thanks for suggestions, I have asked same question on PFM and done a bit of research myself.
I think an internet radio to connect to this: http://www.angelradioplayer.co.uk
And a CD player for me to act as "DJ" when I visit should just about cover it for the moment.
Guy.
I think an internet radio to connect to this: http://www.angelradioplayer.co.uk
And a CD player for me to act as "DJ" when I visit should just about cover it for the moment.
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Re: music system for dementia
See also www.playlistforlife.org.uk or www.unforgettable.org
It is a big thing at the moment. My wife is a vicar and has been to many talks on this, unforgettable have different devices for different abilities.
It is a big thing at the moment. My wife is a vicar and has been to many talks on this, unforgettable have different devices for different abilities.
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Re: music system for dementia
Hi, I know there is ‘Hive’ that allows you to remotely control heating, lights etc- based on this and phone app you could adapt this for your needs, strangely Home security companies have many gadgets to assist
Good luck
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Re: music system for dementia
Guy, been there and have the T shirt twice. Just google ‘Music players for dementia’ and you’ll get loads of specifically designed options. It is well recognised that dementia sufferers enjoy and respond well to music.