We supply resources to help care for older people with music

Welcome to Take Note

We are a music resource to give practical help and advice to anyone caring for older people, including those living with dementia

100 everyday musical ideas for carers to use with older people

Music can make a huge difference to older peoples’ lives. It can boost their mood, give them confidence, keep them active, help them to communicate and much else besides.

“Using these cards gave our residents an increased sense of wellbeing and peace.”

— Quote Source

Meet the team

It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world.

What do the cards include?

There are 27 cards, each featuring 4 tips on a particular topic, including: Listening, Personal Music Making, Making Music in a Group, Feeling & Wellbeing, Remembering, Communicating, Socialising, Moving.

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