Music Therapy Is Not Entertainment - It’s a Clinical Tool | The Care Table Ep. 40

In this episode of The Care Table podcast, Emma Tarai, a credentialed music therapist, explains what music therapy is, how it benefits older adults and those with cognitive impairments, and how caregivers can access these services. Discover how music can bring joy, reduce anxiety, and foster connections in challenging moments.

Takeaways:

• What is music therapy and how it works

• Benefits of music therapy for older adults and those with cognitive impairments

• How to identify if someone is a good candidate for music therapy

• Accessing music therapy services and insurance coverage

• The emotional and social impact of music therapy in hospice and care settings

Sound Bites:

"Music therapy is useful at any stage of dementia."

"Music can bring joy and smiles even in the hardest times."

"Music helps validate feelings and connect people."

Products/Books/Resources: How to find a music therapist: https://www.musictherapy.org/about/find/

To contact Emma, LPMT: etarai@gmail.com