MIYA Creative Care

✨ Join us on September 20th for our Creative Arts Therapies in Dementia Care: Virtual Symposium from 9:00am - 2:30pm! Today, we're excited to feature one of our special sessions: Q&A: Experiencing the Creative Arts with a Dementia Diagnosis. ✨ Ron Beleno, a leader in caregiving and co-chair of AGE-WELL's Older Adults and Caregiver Advisory Committee, will interview Granville Jackson, a Veteran, multimedia artist, musician, and dementia advocate, who has been living with Vascular Dementia since 2011. Granville will share his experiences with using art, storytelling and music as a way to express himself and navigate life with dementia. We look forward to this conversation where Ron and Granville with share the impact the creative arts can have on individuals with dementia and caregivers alike. https://lnkd.in/dteTN3ZA 📅 Mark your calendars for September 20th 💻 Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm EST Register now and join us for this meaningful dialogue! #DementiaCare #CreativeArtsTherapies #CaregiverSupport #MusicTherapy #ArtTherapy #DanceTherapy

✨ Join us on September 20th for our Creative Arts Therapies in Dementia Care: Virtual Symposium from 9:00am - 2:30pm! Today, we're excited to feature one of our special sessions: Q&A: Experiencing the Creative Arts with a Dementia Diagnosis. ✨ Ron Beleno, a leader in caregiving and co-chair of AGE-WELL's Older Adults and Caregiver Advisory Committee, will interview Granville Jackson, a Veteran, multimedia artist, musician, and dementia advocate, who has been living with Vascular Dementia since 2011. Granville will share his experiences with using art, storytelling and music as a way to express himself and navigate life with dementia. We look forward to this conversation where Ron and Granville with share the impact the creative arts can have on individuals with dementia and caregivers alike. https://lnkd.in/dteTN3ZA 📅 Mark your calendars for September 20th 💻 Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm EST Register now and join us for this meaningful dialogue! #DementiaCare #CreativeArtsTherapies #CaregiverSupport #MusicTherapy #ArtTherapy #DanceTherapy

We're excited to share a featured speaker for our upcoming Creative Arts Therapies in Dementia Care: Virtual Symposium! Today, we are featuring a special presentation, Dance for Dementia Care & Caregivers, by Eden Champagne. Eden, a PhD student at the University of Waterloo and Dance/Movement Therapist here at MCC, brings her wealth of knowledge in DMT and its profound impact on individuals with dementia and their caregivers. Her presentation will explore:  • How DMT helps connect with those living with dementia  • Self-care tools for caregivers through movement  • Insights from her PhD research on caregiver resilience  • Virtual programming for DMT in dementia care settings Eden will share perspectives from her research-driven, relational, and holistic approach. We hope to see you there! 📅 Symposium Date: September 20th, 2024 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gMzMAEFK #DementiaCare #DanceTherapy #CaregiverWellbeing #CreativeArtsTherapy #ResearchInAction #VirtualSymposium #Healthcare

How Creative Programs Promote Inclusivity in Long-Term Care 🖌️🎶 At MIYA Creative Care, we believe that creative expression is a powerful tool for fostering inclusivity in long-term care settings. Our specialized services in music, art, and dance therapy are tailored to meet the unique needs of aging adults, regardless of their cognitive, communication, or physical abilities. Creative arts therapies offer a unique platform for self-expression, breaking down barriers that often isolate individuals due to varying abilities. Whether it's adapting activities for different stages of dementia, accommodating physical disabilities, or supporting non-speaking communication, our programs are designed to ensure that everyone can participate meaningfully. Curious to learn more about how creative programs can enhance the quality of life for aging adults? Dive into our latest blog post - link below! https://lnkd.in/gxqwAM5A #LongTermCare #Inclusivity #CreativeArtsTherapies #MusicTherapy #ArtTherapy #MentalHealth #AgingAdults #DementiaCare #CreativeCare

At MIYA Creative Care, our commitment to enhancing the lives of those living with dementia through Creative Arts Therapies continues with our 2nd Annual Creative Arts Therapies in Dementia Care Symposium! This event is designed to unite professionals, caregivers, and those living with dementia in a collaborative space where we’ll share the latest practices, research, and experiences. We are excited to hear from those with lived experience of a dementia diagnosis, caregivers, creative arts therapists, and researchers including, Taylor Kurta, MTA, Ron Beleno, Jungwoo H., Karis Rovillos,Eden Champagne and Robin Gertin. 📅 Friday, September 20th, 2024 📍 Online: Zoom 🎟 Early Bird Registration Now Open until August 30th! Don’t miss this unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of how creative arts therapies can transform dementia care. Let’s come together to make a meaningful impact! Register Here with an early bird discount: https://lnkd.in/dteTN3ZA #DementiaCare #AgingCare #Dementia #MentalHealth #CreativeArtsTherapies #MusicTherapy #ArtTherapy #DanceTherapy #ExpressiveArtsTherapy

Discover how art therapy helps manage symptoms, improves mood, and enhances the quality of life for those living with a dementia diagnosis. In our latest blog post written by MCC Art Therapist, Mollia May Kennedy, you will learn about the creative-therapeutic process and effective techniques such as creating memory boxes! https://lnkd.in/g-4MdeSa To learn more about how Art Therapy can benefit residents in your long-term care home or benefit a loved one, contact manager@miyacreativecare.com #ArtTherapy #MusicTherapy #DanceTherapy #CreativeArts #AgingCare

🎤✨At MIYA Creative Care our Signature 'Got Talent Show' in long-term care homes is a wonderful example of how we bring communities together through the power of music and the creative arts 🌟 Check out this video of our incredible Music Therapist, Karis Ravillos, facilitating our Talent Show in one of our long-term care partnerships. For us, integrating music therapists into long-term care facilities is not just about enhancing the well-being of residents—it’s about transforming the entire culture of the home. Our annual "Got Talent" show has become a cherished tradition, bringing joy and unity to residents, staff, and families. 💖 From empowering residents to breaking down stigmas, the MCC Got Talent Show is more than just a performance; it’s a celebration of life, talent, and community. Read our latest blog post to learn more about how the talent show got started just about 10 years ago! A very big thank you to our incredibly dedicated MCC Music Therapist, Karis Rovillos, and the wonderful residents and staff at Age Care Parkhill. . . . #MusicTherapy #GotTalentShow #CreativeCare #CreativeArtsTherapies

We are so happy to welcome an incredible new team member to MIYA Creative Care! Taylor Kurta, MTA is an award-winning singer/songwriter, music therapist, and PhD candidate at the University of Waterloo in Aging, Health and Well-being. In 2013 Taylor received the honour as the inaugural winner of the Canada’s Walk of Fame/RBC Emerging Artist Music Mentorship Program. From there, Taylor attended Wilfrid Laurier University where she obtained a bachelor’s in music therapy as the first non-classically trained musician admitted into the program. She then attended the University of Toronto for a master’s in music and health science. As an accredited music therapist since 2019, Taylor’s work has focused on using music as a way to support older adults in creative self-expression and social justice initiatives. Her doctoral research uses collaborative songwriting with people living with dementia as a tool to challenge stigma associated with dementia. Please join us in giving her a warm MCC welcome! #MusicTherapy #CreativeArtsTherapies #DementiaCare

We are so happy to welcome an incredible new team member to MIYA Creative Care! Taylor Kurta, MTA is an award-winning singer/songwriter, music therapist, and PhD candidate at the University of Waterloo in Aging, Health and Well-being. In 2013 Taylor received the honour as the inaugural winner of the Canada’s Walk of Fame/RBC Emerging Artist Music Mentorship Program. From there, Taylor attended Wilfrid Laurier University where she obtained a bachelor’s in music therapy as the first non-classically trained musician admitted into the program. She then attended the University of Toronto for a master’s in music and health science. As an accredited music therapist since 2019, Taylor’s work has focused on using music as a way to support older adults in creative self-expression and social justice initiatives. Her doctoral research uses collaborative songwriting with people living with dementia as a tool to challenge stigma associated with dementia. Please join us in giving her a warm MCC welcome! #MusicTherapy #CreativeArtsTherapies #DementiaCare

We are beyond thrilled to welcome Hayley Naunton to the MCC team! Hayley is a Certified Music Therapist and an Affiliate to the Academy of Neurologic Music Therapy. She graduated with her Bachelors of Music Therapy from Wilfrid Laurier University. She has experience working with various populations across the lifespan. These include seniors and adults living in long-term care, and children and adolescents in community settings. She uses a variety of instruments in sessions to connect with clients including guitar, piano, violin, and voice. Creating space for clients to explore their unique relationship with music is at the core of Hayley’s practice. To learn more about our incredible team of creative arts therapists, visit https://lnkd.in/ge2q7SSm.