Public lecture examines power of music to improve dementia
The Murray Alzheimer Research and Education Program (MAREP) at the University of Waterloo will host a free public lecture and panel discussion.
The Murray Alzheimer Research and Education Program (MAREP) at the University of Waterloo will host a free public lecture and panel discussion.
By Media RelationsThe Murray Alzheimer Research and Education Program (MAREP) at the University of Waterloo will host a free public lecture and panel discussion tomorrow about the positive effects of music on individuals living with memory loss and dementia. January is Alzheimer Awareness Month.
Bev Foster, from Room 217 Foundation, will present the keynote lecture. The event also includes a panel discussion including someone diagnosed with dementia, a family partner in care, and two music therapists.
Michel Allard, a local composer, will debut a new song written in partnership with the members of Memory Boosters, a social club for people living with dementia and their family members.
The afternoon will conclude with the presentation of the Kenneth Murray Partnership in Dementia Award.
Date: Thursday January 28, 2016
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Location: Federation Hall, University of Waterloo, 200 University Avenue West, Waterloo ON, N2L 3G1
Admission, refreshments and parking in lot X are free, with a shuttle available to deliver guests from the parking lot to the event.
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Pamela Smyth
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