Our Charitable Giving Initiative continues this month with a £500 donation to Music in Hospitals & Care which was nominated by one of our Glasgow managers who was touched by the impact professional musicians sharing their live music has on people’s mental, physical and emotional health.
The charity believes live music needs to be part of everyone’s health and social care because research shows that live music heals. It helps people feel relaxed and confident, and can relieve frustration, stress and isolation. Music can also reduce the perception of pain. It brings back memories and helps create new ones. When you move your body to music – even just tapping a finger – it’s natural physiotherapy.
Last year, their professional musicians shared live music with over 30,000 people from across the UK, who may not otherwise get to experience it. This includes those living with dementia, who have mental health problems, or who are seriously ill. The people who take part in the live music experiences are involved in creating and shaping them. They choose the music they enjoy, that resonates with them and makes them feel better.
Emily Honey, Head of Fundraising & Communications at Music in Hospitals & Care, says:
“What a wonderful surprise! Thank you for the nomination and donation which will help share live music to improve people’s mental, physical and emotional health. As our health and care partners continue to recover and rebuild following the impact of Covid-19, we are delighted to be able to use this donation to share live music in person, including in Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Live music can transform relationships between patients, families, health and care professionals, residents and carers. When people enjoy music together, they feel more connected to each other, which leads to more personalised care. Thank you for helping to continue to make this possible.”
If anyone else would like to make a contribution to Music in Hospitals & Care or find out more about the work they do, please visit the website by clicking here
