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5 Go-to Sites for Older Adult Ideas
Music Sparks ― In my last two “5 Go -to” posts I have shared lists of intergenerational blogs and music resources. This post highlights sites specific to older adults. With more than 25 years experience with older adults, my bookshelves and file... (more)
JoAnn Jordan ―
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Where should I get (music) health information?
Music Sparks ― Do you ever feel ill and wonder if you should go to the doctor or self treat? Do you every wonder if what you are feeling is a normal emotion? Is it safe to look for an answer on the … Continue reading → (more)
JoAnn Jordan ―
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5 Go To’s for Music Ideas
Music Sparks ― In my first “5 Go To’s” post I shared blogs for intergenerational ideas, This post focuses on music resources. Working with old, young and both together calls upon a wide variety of music. The diversity is great for me as …... (more)
JoAnn Jordan ―
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5 Go To Blogs for Intergenerational Ideas
Music Sparks ― Since May is the 5th month, I have a few top five posts coming up. To start I have selected  intergenerational ideas. Unlike many other populations, there are not a wide variety of ideas on the web that are ready … Continue reading → (more)
JoAnn Jordan ―
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What is appropriate stimulation for your child?
Music Sparks ― A recent post by Marilyn Price-Mitchell titled Are We Over Stimulating Young Children? has a summary of Dr. Dimitri Christakis’s study including a TEDxRainier video I encourage you to watch. The research indicates prolonged exposure to rapid... (more)
JoAnn Jordan ―
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Music and Movement as Dementia Prevention?
Music Sparks ― There is a big push to research cures and effective prevention of dementia. A recent post of the Vancouver Sun (1) shared research on weight training staving off dementia. (Thank you to Embe Music Therapy for bringing this post to my attention.) ... (more)
JoAnn Jordan ―
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Grandma Got a Drum
Music Sparks ― At first thought grandma and drum might seem mutually exclusive words. Watch a music therapist or a drum facilitator lead a drum circle of older adults and you might just change your mind. Drum circles can be a big hit … Continue reading →... (more)
JoAnn Jordan ―
Posted 19 days ago
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April Showers with Preschoolers
Music Sparks ― The Hays Public Library has recently added me to their Children’s Department program schedule. While one never knows who or how many children will attend, I can tell you this is a fun group! My April session was fully of … Continue... (more)
JoAnn Jordan ―
Posted 22 days ago
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6 Little Words
Music Sparks ― A few weeks back I read a beautiful post Rachel Macy Stafford titled “Six Words You Should Say Today“. This post reminded me how often our words as parents and adults tend to correct or instruct a child rather than … Continue... (more)
JoAnn Jordan ―
Posted 25 days ago
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National Nursing Home Week 2012: Celebrating the Journey
Music Sparks ― May 13-19 is National Nursing Home Week. This year’s theme is “Celebrating the Journey”. During my employment as a nursing home activity director, I found this to be a busy, fun time for the residents. I was always on the …... (more)
JoAnn Jordan ―
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A bouquet of songs for May Day
Music Sparks ― One May Day tradition is the secret delivery of flowers. This posts delivers some flower songs older adults may recognize. You can further extend the music by checking out last year’s post. Why not start with some moving to a … Continue... (more)
JoAnn Jordan ―
Posted on Apr 26th, 2012
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Mother Goose
Music Sparks ― Readers of this blog know I promote reading and singing stories with children. I also love rhymes like Mother Goose. As May 1st is Mother Goose Day, it seemed timely to highlight this wonderful source. There are a wealth of resources …... (more)
JoAnn Jordan ―
Posted on Apr 23rd, 2012
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An On-line Music Community?
Music Sparks ― During the last year, I have thought a lot about trying to offer some services through Skype and similar formats. Part of this has been inspired by wonderful people like Kat Fulton, MT-BC who interacts regularly with college music therapy …... (more)
JoAnn Jordan ―
Posted on Apr 20th, 2012
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5 Conference Take-aways
Music Sparks ― Regular readers of my blog know that many items influence my posts. By providing you these reflections I hope to share more about myself and my profession. Last week I participated in the American Music Therapy Association Midwestern RegionÂ... (more)
JoAnn Jordan ―
Posted on Apr 17th, 2012
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Earth Day Songs
Music Sparks ― Having taken part in a Preschool Earth Day blog hop, I wanted to be sure and share some ideas for helping older adults celebrate. With  Earth Day around the corner on April 22nd, I know some caregivers are searching for … Continue reading &... (more)
JoAnn Jordan ―
Posted on Apr 14th, 2012
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