Dementia and Music Therapy

6.2 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia, and that number is on the rise. Memory, reasoning, problem solving, and thinking are all affected with dementia, and it is a progressive disease with no meaningful cure.

The Benefits of Music Therapy
Music is something that we all enjoy, it evokes memories, creates interest, joy and familiarity. With dementia and Alzheimer’s patients, music therapy is known to create a fluency, positive mood change and stimulation.

At Sumter Senior Living Kim Cieri is the Activities Director and implements music therapy into group and individual settings for their memory care community. The residents with cognitive decline show an overall sense of recognition and delight. Research shows that patients that undergo music therapy have a connection between the brain and auditory senses that triggers recall.

There has been story after story of loved ones with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia that does not know their family members, cannot formulate a sentence and appear to have lost all hope, but when music is introduced back into their life, something remarkable happens. They become happy, they recall the words, they try to sing along and in many cases, their communication becomes better, and they have an improved understanding. If you play music that is familiar from their time and era, the patient becomes happier with a sense of nostalgia.

This is why Sumter Senior living believes wholeheartedly that music therapy should consistently be a part of their residents activities. With ongoing music therapy, memory care residents feel more connected and are able to enjoy more quality time throughout the day.

See Yourself Here
Sumter Senior Living provides Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care services and amenities catered to the individual.

Our Independent Living lifestyle provides the day-to-day freedom to come and go and the convenience of any number of activities to choose from. It is the perfect fit for an active, healthy lifestyle where residents enjoy all-inclusive, restaurant-quality dining and weekly social gatherings. Sumter Senior Living is dedicated to empowering residents to explore personal interests and connect you with the greater community through transportation and full access to The Villages® amenities. Our Grande Clubhouse includes a full bar, heated pool, and fitness center. There is also golf cart accessibility with charging stations convenience.

Our Assisted Living lifestyle is truly catered to the individual, providing support and care that stands out from any other. Enjoy the comforts of home to call your very own and personalized assistance with daily routines that promote a healthy, social, and active lifestyle. Research shows that seniors who stay active and social experience better health, a greater sense of well-being, and may recover from illness quicker. Our planned activities and events provide fulfilling experiences each day with 24-7 help at your fingertips.

Our Memory Care specializes in providing compassionate care to individuals with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and other neurodegenerative conditions. The challenges presented by memory loss can be difficult to navigate, but our specialized Village Program® is here to help every step of the way. The Village Program® offers personalized programming that engages residents in activities to best reflect their former schedules, lifestyles, and interests while providing a safe place where their unique interests are nurtured. We also provide It’s Never 2 Late (iN2L) technology to engage and stimulate the intellect and provide connection through innovative technology.

Senior living encompasses many lifestyles and living options. From Independent Living to Memory Care, Sumter Senior Living is designed to enhance the lives and well-being of all. And our knowledgeable and experienced associates are here to assist and provide the resources for ensuring you or your loved ones find what best works for your family.

Sumter Senior Living is managed by Grace Management, Inc. (GMI), an industry leader in providing the best senior living experience. The company has been able to elevate industry standards by delivering exceptional living experiences while providing the resources and information seniors and their loved ones need to make important life decisions. Grace Management, Inc. is a subsidiary of CPF Living Communities and is ranked in ASHA’s 50 largest seniors housing owners.

For more information, please visit www.gracemanagement.com.

For more information about Sumter Senior Living or to schedule a personalized visit please call us at: 352-707-9959 or visit our website:
www.SumterSeniorLiving.com.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Sumter Senior Living
1490 Killingsworth Way, The Villages, Florida 32162
352.707-9959
www.sumterseniorliving.com

Assisted Living License Number: 12227