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The music-therapy program uses sound to help residents reminisce, tell stories, and create poetry with their peers. It involves dozens of different themes — one for every week of the program. "The music will guide the thought. Theres been a lot of thought and a lot of research put into this," Pelkman said. Once the music program is established, a "memory care" program will be introduced. This curriculum is designed to improve quality of life for those living with advanced dementia. The c...

Residents at Pioneer Manor can now participate in a program designed to increase socialization and reduce loneliness, depression and social isolation.