Jaime Lawrence

Jaime Lawrence

Reaching Roommates

Reaching Roommates [pictured above: an example of a seated music exercise appropriate for older adults in nursing homes and hospice] *Names have been changed to keep the identity of clients confidential Miss Margaret* loves her music, and while I should…

Defying Dementia

Defying Dementia Macayla here– I’ve mentioned before that one of my favorite parts of working at Harmony Garden is being able to work with elderly patients–particularly, in hospice. When I tell people that I am a hospice music therapist, most…

Seasonal Favorites: Patriotic

Seasonal Favorites: Patriotic  Happy fourth of July to all our families! Fourth of July, Memorial Day, Flag Day, Veterans Day, you name it…here are our favorite Patriotic songs and interventions to use with our groups.  Some of everyone’s favorite patriotic…

Soundtrack of Your Life

Soundtrack of Your Life A song comes on the radio as you’re driving to the grocery store and your heart skips a beat. A lump forms in your throat and your eyes get hot. Instantly, you are taken back to…