Tea, Chats & Tunes is a collaborative partnership aimed at connecting residents in nursing homes with their families through the power of music. The programme is tailored to the unique circumstances of healthcare settings, including residents with dementia, sensory loss, and mild cognitive impairment. This evaluation highlights the importance of its person-centred approach in strengthening social connections and enhancing the wellbeing of residents.
Tea, Chats & Tunes was made possible through a partnership led by Meath County Council Arts Office with Music & Health Ireland, supported by Healthy Ireland Meath, Age Friendly Meath, and funding from Creative Ireland’s Creativity in Older Age programme.
Author:
Elaine Howard, Miriam Galvin
Year:
2022
Context:
Older people
Artform:
Music