Barnsley Independent Alzheimer's and Dementia Support (BIADS)
Help for today - Hope for tomorrow
Help for today - Hope for tomorrow
Most of us love music and having the chance to sing the songs we love. We have found that people with dementia are still able to participate and get joy from this activity. When communicating becomes harder and short term memories are wiped away those affected by dementia retain the ability to remember the songs they have always loved from their past and like nothing better than to be able to join with friends to have a good old sing-a-long.
BIADS Singers Meetings are held at the Baptist Church, Union Street, Barnsley, S70 1JJ,
on the first Monday of most months between 11am and 12.30pm.
Due to popular demand extra sessions have been added - see the dates on the right.
This is a chance for people with dementia and their carers to get together to experience the joy of singing in an informal atmosphere with the friends they have made in BIADS.
We have an extensive songbook of old familiar much loved songs as well as the chance to learn new easy on the ear tunes that can be enjoyed by all.
We have been lucky to secure the services of Gareth who will be our organist and Sue Haughton who will oversee the group to ensure you get the best possible benefits from the sessions.
We have realised that for many people with dementia the love of music and the joy of singing stays with them throughout the illness when other forms of communication become a struggle. Joining BIADS Singers is a positive and meaningful activity for all, why not come along and join in we know you will love the experience.
Tell us what your favourite songs are, feel free to get up and dance and join in as much or as little as you want. The singing sessions are for carers and people with the illness and are free to take part.
If you need to know more you can email us here,
phone us on 01226 280057
or contact the BIADS office.