Motivational Music – Page 5 – Ruth Strangeway

Stamford Bridge – Beaumont Care Home – Care Home Open Day 2017

Published on June 18, 2017December 23, 2020 by ruthstrangeway

On the afternoon of Friday 16th June, music, fun and lots of laughter filled the Terrace Lounge of the Stamford Bridge – Beaumont Care Home as I entertained staff and residents of the home and a member of the local community as part of the home’s Care Home Open Day 2017 celebrations.

We started the afternoon with a Sing Along session. Everyone was in good voice singing along to “As Time Goes By” from the 1942 film “Casablanca”. Residents at the home sing several times a week and really enjoy their music, which is quite evident.

After some singing we put away our song sheets and focused on having fun with different musical activities and instruments. We ended the afternoon playing our instruments and singing along energetically to “Put Another Nickle In.” Well done everyone I hope you enjoyed yourselves as much as I did!

Singing For The Brain

Published on June 15, 2017June 23, 2017 by ruthstrangeway

I was delighted to read this article in the Yorkshire Post online.

http://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/harrogate-choir-hitting-the-right-note-in-the-fight-against-dementia-1-8593829

What a fantastic resource for dementia patients and their carers. Music enables each one of us to communicate in our own way and this choir offers so much, fun, upliftment, interaction, understanding and above all support. Being part of it means its’ members can feel part of something greater, improving levels of confidence and reducing feelings of isolation. Well done Alison Wrigglesworth and the Alzheimer’s Society.

Care Home Open Day – Friday 16th June

Published on June 14, 2017December 23, 2020 by ruthstrangeway

I’m delighted to be joining forces with their excellent Activity Team and residents at The Beaumont, Stamford Bridge to provide this year’s Care Home Open Day entertainment on Friday 16th June from 1.30pm. Please come along and support them either in the morning for a cup of tea and a chance to chat to residents, or in the afternoon to join in our musical fun. Everyone is welcome.

Feeling Blessed

Published on June 14, 2017December 23, 2020 by ruthstrangeway

The sun is shining and I’m getting ready to entertain my lovely friends at Westerlands Care Home in Brough this afternoon. Feeling blessed.

The Effect Music Has On The Brain

Published on May 27, 2017June 23, 2017 by ruthstrangeway

I was fascinated to watch a video today from Piano Cub which demonstrates the positive effect on your brain when you learn a musical instrument. It makes very interesting listening and once again adds more weight to the many benefits music brings us.

Cowboys & Indians Afternoon

Published on May 9, 2017May 9, 2017 by ruthstrangeway

The Indian Chief headdresses are out of moth balls and the cowboy hats all ready to go in the car. I’m really excited at the prospect of sharing my motivational music Cowboys & Indians session this afternoon at The Coach House Nursing Home in Ripon.

Westerlands Care Centre – Elloughton

Published on May 2, 2017December 23, 2020 by ruthstrangeway

Looking forward to a fun afternoon with my friends at Westerlands Care Centre today.

Care Home Open Day 2017

Published on May 1, 2017December 23, 2020 by ruthstrangeway

I’m delighted to have been invited to entertain residents at The Beaumont, Stamford Bridge as part of their Care Home Open Day 2017 activities.

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carehome.co.uk recommend Ruth Strangeway

Published on February 9, 2016December 23, 2020 by ruthstrangeway

Yesterday, Ruth Strangeway – Motivational Music received its’ first review on the carehome.co.uk website and is now pleased to display the carehome.co.uk recommendation logo.

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The carehome.co.uk website is a great source of information for service providers and those who are searching for a good Care Home.

Happy New Year Everyone!!

Published on January 2, 2016December 23, 2020 by ruthstrangeway

I’m really looking forward to an amazing 2016 and a new CD, recording some songs that are very special to me, as well as encouraging more elderly people to have fun, sing, move and make music.

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After the busy singing period before Christmas, it’s been nice to relax over the Christmas holidays and spend some enjoyable time putting together a new programme of songs. I can’t wait to start singing them!

Not long to wait, my first booking is next Wednesday in Pocklington, near York. Happy New Year everyone!!