Music to boost my mood – Gerry’s story

Gerry King is a musician and activist living with dementia. He shares how playlists support his wellbeing. “Music is by far the most therapeutic thing I do. I have playlists for different moods that I’m feeling. For example, if I’m a bit stressed, or a bit down, or in a party mood. The music I […]

Marie and Allen’s story

Since Allen’s dementia diagnosis, music has taken on a new importance for him, and for his wife, Marie. Music has become part of our routine. We have the radio on in the morning, Allen plays his piano and then his guitar later on. When Allen is anxious, we play The Beatles through the headphones and […]

Meaningful music at Hindu Mandir Glasgow

At Playlist for Life, we believe that everyone has a soundtrack to their life. Music from our heritage, culture and religion can all contribute to a personalised playlist. We work with Help Points (anywhere that supports people living with dementia) in a wide range of locations throughout the UK: from small organisations to libraries, befriending […]

Music and my mum – Kelly’s story

Music has always put a light on Kelly’s mum, and now five years after a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s, it’s still helping her shine  Kelly’s mum was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s aged 64. While Kelly, who lives in Worcestershire, cared for her mum at home, a fall that caused a broken wrist and heightened symptoms eventually meant […]

A playlist for Dad – Sam’s story

Music had always been important to Sam’s dad Paul, who was diagnosed with dementia at age 62.  As Sam researched more about dementia, he discovered that music played an important role in bringing other people living with the condition back to themselves.  So, with the help of close family, Sam decided to make a playlist […]

A playlist in memory of Dad

Alicia’s father was diagnosed with a rare form of dementia called Posterior Cortical Atrophy when she was 11 years old. Using our resources, Alicia and her mother have tracked down the music from their past, creating a personalised playlist of the songs that bring back cherished memories of her dad whenever they hear it. What […]