A new music-making pilot project has launched in Sandwell to help people experiencing memory loss or in the early stages of dementia.
Sandwell Council is working in partnership with Beat It Percussion to provide the Drumming Together sessions for people and their carers on Thursday mornings.
Sessions are held at West Bromwich Town Hall, supported by a team of volunteers.
Lynn Kay, founder and CEO of Beat It Percussion, said: "We use drums and percussion instruments as a way of communicating and working together in a friendly group environment so people feel less isolated.
"It’s informal but structured with activities designed to help with memory and other cognitive skills. We are really excited to be bringing our work to Sandwell and this will be the first of many new projects.
"Beat It works with many different client groups and enquiries are always welcomed."
Councillor Elaine Costigan, Sandwell Council's cabinet member for public health and protection said: "This is a great way to engage with people who are experiencing memory loss and we hope that it will help a number of Sandwell people.
"It is the latest effort by the council to get involved with people with health problems and we look forward to seeing how this new initiative works out."
Drumming Together sessions run at West Bromwich Town Hall on Thursday mornings up to and including 12 April (except for 5 April).
Sessions are held from 10am to 11.15am with a refreshment break. Sessions are £2.50 per person per session or £4 per person and carer.
Please contact Lynn at Beat It Percussion for more information and to book. Call 07875 090946 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Charity Better Understanding of Dementia for Sandwell (BUDS) is also hosting sessions in the town for invited participants.
