Singing for the Brain

'Singing for the Brain' is a service provided by approximately 30 Alzheimer's Society local branches, all of which use singing to bring people together in a friendly and stimulating social environment.

Singing is not only an enjoyable activity, it can also provide a way for people with dementia, along with their carers, to express themselves and socialise with others in a fun and supportive group.

Hidden in the fun are activities which build on the well-known preserved memory for song and music in the brain. Even when many memories are hard to retrieve, music is especially easy to recall.

Find out more in our Frequently Asked Questions

Other activities

If you don't want to or cannot sing there are other activities you can do. Keeping active in any way is good for you. For more ideas please see:

• Maintaining everyday skills
• Keeping active and staying involved