Music therapy for dementia: community project
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial studies whether weekly music therapy groups can help people with dementia and their caregivers feel better and connect socially. It takes place in the community and is designed to be accessible for most people with dementia and their families.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a diagnosis of dementia, or you are a family carer for someone with dementia who is taking part
- You can understand what the study involves and agree to join, or have someone who knows you well to help decide
- You can speak English, or have someone who can translate for you
- You are willing to attend a weekly music therapy group
- You do not have untreated hearing loss that would stop you from joining the music group
- You are not currently in another music therapy program or in a similar research trial
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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