That this House commends the recent launch of A Moment for Music, a monthly music group for people living with dementia; understands that A Moment for Music runs monthly sessions on the first Friday of every month, hosted in Gartnavel Royal Hospital in Glasgow West; notes that the group offers free, interactive music sessions for people living with dementia and their carers, including group singing and group instrument playing; further notes that A Moment for Music’s work helps to build an important sense of community and bring people together to share experiences and create friendships during what can be a lonely experience; recognises the important role music can play for those struggling with dementia, particularly by helping to trigger memories and emotions; acknowledges that groups like A Moment for Music help to enhance the emotional well-being, social experience and cognitive function of dementia sufferers; and thanks Common Wheel for their role in organising the group, and in particular, Stuart Cromarty for delivering the music sessions.
