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I just found out about this great program from the Institute for Music & Neurologic Function.
Their mission is:
Through the scientific explorations of music and the brain, the Institute for Music and Neurologic Function seeks to establish new knowledge and develop more effective therapies which awaken, stimulate and heal through the extraordinary power of music.

My favorite part of this whole program though is the list of downloads for Ipods designed specifically for those with dementia. You can go to their website, click on the songs they have suggested and it takes you to the ITunes store where you can download each one. What a great idea.
As I’m in my 40′s I forget some of the songs for people in their 80′s and 90′s. This program makes it easy for me to download the most appropriate tunes in the shortest amount of time.
Music has been found to sooth the soul and it is never more so than in someone who has or is losing their memory. Music is always there for them. Click here to go to the web page on music for persons with dementia.

Many families struggle with caring for their parents while being separated by many miles. Some families have several siblings caring for a parent in the same town. Different scenarios same problem; coordinating their loved ones care and keeping everyone up to date on what’s going on.

A new site called http://www.carerunner.com is the perfect solution. Developed by a woman who cared for her family member with Alzheimer’s the site helps families stay coordinated.

Check it out and let me know what you think.