World Music Therapy Week

World music therapy week runs from April 10-15.

Music is enjoyed by so many people that it’s called a universal language.  Music therapy is dedicated to helping and healing people.  It is for people of all backgrounds, ages and cultures.

Music therapy can happen in all kinds of settings and be administered with all ages.  Your setting might be a hospital, school, nursing home, mental health facility or residence for individuals just to name a few.

A music therapist is not only a skilled musician but also a health care provider.

If you want to be a music therapist you will need to get a bachelor’s degree.  After that you’ll need to participate in 1,200 clinical hours and pass a national exam.  

Your goal as a music therapist is to help a person emotionally, psychologically, physically, spiritually, cognitively and socially.  

You can help your clients lower blood pressure, reduce stress, reduce muscle tension, and increase motivation.  People with Alzheimer’s disease can benefit greatly from music therapy.  

Here’s an interesting fact.  It was back in 1945 that formal music therapy began.  The United States War Department used it to help military service members recovering in Army hospitals.

As you can see music therapy has grown and it is now a significant part of our healthcare system.  You can spread awareness about the week on social media using #WorldMusicTherapyWeek.

Private Home Health Care wishes you a song in your heart this and every week.