Dementia Support Line
Singing for the Brain
Singing for the Brain brings people affected by dementia together to sing a variety of songs they know and love, in a fun and friendly environment. We also do vocal exercises that help improve brain activity and wellbeing.
How to join a Singing for the Brain group
You can search our dementia directory by adding your location and searching activities and social groups.
If you can’t find a local service, or you would like to learn how to become a delivery partner to start your own group, please call our Dementia Connect support line on 0333 150 3456.
Find a Singing for the Brain group near you
Use our local service finder to see if there is a Singing for the Brain group near you.
‘I love Singing for the Brain, which I call singing for the soul. The group lets me meet other people with dementia, which makes me feel that I am not so different after all.’
- Irene, who has dementia
Why join a Singing for the Brain group?
Did you know that singing can improve your brain activity, wellbeing and mood? You don’t need to be a good singer to benefit.
Join us to:
- do fun vocal warm-ups and sing a wide variety of familiar and new songs
- express yourself, feel positive and make new friends
- feel supported by our skilled, compassionate and experienced staff who are available to support you with anything you need.
100% of people who go along to Singing for the Brain sessions say they’ve improved their life in some way.
Our recent evaluation exploring the impact of Singing for the Brain found that it:
- Supports people's wellbeing by reducing anxiety, increasing relaxation and happiness, and providing a sense of identity
- Increases opportunities for meaningful connections with people with a shared experience
- Provides opportunities for peer support
- Supports people's memory, word recall and energy levels
- Gives people choice and control over the services they.
Can I deliver my own Singing for the Brain group?
Have you ever thought about delivering Singing for the Brain? Now you can!
You no longer have to be an Alzheimer’s Society employee or volunteer to deliver a Singing for the Brain group.
Perhaps you are part of a large organisation and think it would benefit from your employees delivering a group? Maybe you want to do something on your own within your community?
If you are based in England, Wales or Northern Ireland, Alzheimer's Society are delighted to be able to provide you with the support and resources you need to successfully deliver a Singing for the Brain group. Fill in a few details to find out more.
Would you like to start your own Singing for the Brain group?
You no longer have to be an Alzheimer’s Society employee or volunteer to deliver a Singing for the Brain group.
