Free live music can help people experiencing dementia and memory loss

Key points

• The Stay Connected Activity Centre in Port Stephens is holding a free concert for people living with dementia and memory loss. It will take place on October 23 at 10:30 am at the Centre on Shearwater Drive, Taylor's Beach, featuring John on piano and ukulele and Denis on piano, guitar and mouth organ.
• Activity Centre Coordinator Maraya Fameli said the event aims to let people facing memory loss join community activities, including those who cannot afford private fees while waiting for Support at Home packages.
• She noted that live music can lift mood and recall happy memories.