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  • #100 – 2245 West Broadway,
    Vancouver, B.C. V6K 2E4

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  • info@musicheals.ca

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  • #846495489 RR 0001

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🎼Raising awareness of the healing powers of music.
🎼Fundraising for Music Therapy services in Canada.

The power of community support. ❤️🎶⁠ ⁠ A heartfelt The power of community support. ❤️🎶⁠
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A heartfelt thank you to the incredible sponsors supporting our Gala, A Benefit for Music Heals 2026. Your generosity helps us continue raising funds and awareness for music therapy programs throughout BC and across Canada.⁠
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Join us on Thursday, October 22 at the Commodore Ballroom. General Admission tickets are still on sale through the link in our bio.⁠
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Interested in sponsorship opportunities at our events? Email info@musicheals.ca to learn more.⁠
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Our Monthly News Article Round-Up 📰⁠ ⁠ This month, Our Monthly News Article Round-Up 📰⁠
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This month, we’re focusing on music and its impact on people living with dementia.⁠
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Musical memories can remain accessible for many people living with dementia, even as other abilities change.⁠
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Research continues to explore how music can support emotional well-being, encourage social connection and engagement, and provide meaningful opportunities for self-expression. ⁠
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Head to our Stories to tap the full article links and read more!⁠
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Our mission is to help more people across Canada a Our mission is to help more people across Canada access the benefits of music therapy by supporting programs, building partnerships and raising awareness.⁠
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Because everyone deserves the opportunity to experience the healing power of music. ⁠
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Click the link in our bio to learn more about how to get involved and make an impact. 💛⁠
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Kayla Turnbull, Music Therapist at Kelowna General Kayla Turnbull, Music Therapist at Kelowna General Hospital - Acute Inpatient Psychiatry Unit, shared the following story with us:

“Matt sustained a severe traumatic brain injury following a motor vehicle accident and required a lengthy admission at KGH. As his medical condition stabilized, he began experiencing significant agitation and restlessness, which made it difficult for staff to engage with him and understand his needs. In response, the care team referred him to music therapy to support self-regulation and enhance his ability to express himself.

Although Matt demonstrated a very short attention span and limited tolerance for other therapies and approaches, music immediately stood out as different. During his first session, he remained engaged for 30 minutes, well beyond his usual capacity.

His restlessness began to soften as he started to settle in his chair, brighten with interaction, and sing phrases of well-known songs, even when his ability to speak was limited.

Over time, Matt’s engagement continued to deepen. He consistently showed interest, reaching toward instruments, watching closely, and initiating opportunities to participate. With assistance, he explored the hand drum, guitar, xylophone and other instruments. His favourite was singing and strumming the guitar with the music therapist.

Music also opened a pathway for emotional expression. In one session, Matt became tearful during a particular song he chose to sing with the music therapist, suggesting a safe and supported emotional release. He reflected on the experience by saying, “That was beautiful, thank you” demonstrating increased ability to communicate and share his personal experience.

As sessions progressed, Matt became more connected to those around him. He smiled more frequently, maintained eye contact, and shared meaningful moments with staff. He required fewer regulatory breaks, sustained attention for longer periods, demonstrated improved overall participation and found a way to connect to himself and his emotions in a safe and meaningful way.”

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Music Heals
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Address: #100 – 2245 West Broadway, Vancouver, B.C. V6K 2E4

Email: info@musicheals.ca

Registered Charity #846495489 RR 0001

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