TESTIMONIALS
Over the years we have worked in a range of care homes, hospitals, private residences and community groups.Here is what some of our service users have told us about our work.
Rainbow Care Group, Sheffield:
I just wanted to thank you both so much for the wonderful entertainment you provided to us yesterday at our club in Millhouses Park.
Every single person including the staff thoroughly enjoyed your music and your choice of songs.
I saw the faces of our members light up in a way I haven't seen before, especially when they were playing the instruments that you provided.
During the session you involved everyone, even those who wouldn't normally get involved in group work, it was wonderful to see. The work you do is so beneficial to the individuals living with dementia, and I wanted you to know of the positive impact you had on us yesterday.
Music To Your Door - Home Visit sessions feedback:
' Nicky has dementia and the only pleasure she really enjoys is music. Live music just adds an extra dimension. As her carer, it gives me much pleasure too - it adds considerably to our wellbeing.'
'My husband has dementia and really enjoys Sophie and Nick's visits. He used to play the fiddle and loves music. He says Sophie and Nick's singing and playing takes him out of himself and makes him think about the songs and tunes rather than his illness. He often joins in playing as they try to include him in certain tunes. Long may they continue'
'As the only carer to my husband, I need to say that I really look forward to listening to the music and singing along. The songs are perfect for our age range and take me back to being young. It comes as a break for me when I can just sit and listen. A happy time in a busy day.'
'The music was wonderful, and we both felt moved by it and also calmed, and soothed.'
'The visit gave great pleasure. Enabled John to remember music *and* words. Such a wonderful thing to do. It really boosts John's wellbeing and triggers memories. It really should continue. It will bring pleasure to so many.'
'My mum thoroughly enjoyed you singing Amazing Grace.'
Cubley Court, Dementia Assessment Unit, Derby:
Staff Feedback:
‘District Musicians make a wonderful difference to our patients and we are fortunate to have them coming weekly.’
‘They seem to give the patients a very positive experience. Many of them seem to relax and really enjoy listening, singing and playing a percussion instrument.’
‘Extremely positive: certain patients who have lost language skills for example, have been seen to interact strongly and expressively with the music. Calming influences have also been noted.’
‘It has a very positive effect on people’s moods and energy levels. The gradual increase in alertness can be observed throughout the session and it brings a communal feel to the group.’
‘I find this one of the most valuable sessions of the week for patients as so many people engage who may not in other sessions. A part of this is the flexibility of the musicians and their ability to adapt to the mood of the ward and individual patients.’
‘Staff find the experience enjoyable and rewarding to see the impact on patients.’
‘Staff are pleased with the impact the musicians have on the patients.’
‘Staff feel very positive about music and it also lift staff moods.’
Patient Feedback:
That was very nice and actually quite powerful.’
‘You’ve played so well.’ ‘This is the best part of the day.’
‘Thank you for that, I always enjoy it when you come’
‘That made me feel better’...it brings me back to reality.’
‘You've made my day’
‘I've been looking forward to this all morning.’
'I didn't know I can play the guitar!'
‘Always wonderful!’
‘Always good to see you.'
'I didn't know I was going to heaven today.'
