SingAbout

Singing for wellbeing

SingAbout is a fun and social music therapy run by Independent Arts on the Isle of Wight, which can help to maintain memory and improve mood and wellbeing. It can also improve breathing, movement, speech and confidence. It's fun and free and an opportunity to get out and meet people.

SingAbout is based on the ‘Singing for the Brain’ therapy, which was developed specifically for people with Alzheimer’s and other dementia sufferers, as well as people whose brain functions are affected perhaps by a stroke or injury. 'Singing for the Brain’ is a trademarked therapy which has gained much recognition through studies undertaken with patients. It is recognised by the NHS as the most effective form of complementary therapy for this group and it works by stimulating, improving and maintaining the brain’s neurological pathways.

Our SingAbout sessions have a wider benefit to both carers and participants by providing group activity and encouraging social interaction. The sessions require group participation, and sometimes songs will be sung in rounds. Many of the songs require gentle hand actions or chair-based movements. Some are specifically chosen to invoke memories; some are previously unknown so participants are encouraged to memorise the words.

No musical background is necessary so come along and try it!

Why is SingAbout so important?

SingAbout helps memory and overall wellbeing. The Isle of Wight has a large number of older people and offers these free sessions to support increasing numbers of people with dementia and to help stem those numbers. The sessions are also open to people with no clinical need.

Carers and family members are welcome to attend.

Here are more pictures from our SingAbout sessions