Mar 25 2021: Lost Chord volunteer call as musicians prepare for care home return

LEADING South Yorkshire dementia charity Lost Chord is looking for new volunteer supporters as it prepares for its musical return to the region’s care homes.

Lost Chord is the organisation that provides vital interactive musical experiences for people living with dementia in care homes and day centres both locally and nationally.

But the young professional musicians who play and sing for their audience also need the support of enthusiastic volunteers.

Lost Chord Chief Executive Helena Muller explained: “Our volunteers assist musicians in their efforts to transform the lives of people struggling with dementia through music, song and dance.

“A knowledge of music or the ability to play a musical instrument is not essential and all you need to bring with you is a desire to help improve the quality of life of one of the most vulnerable people in society.

“To observe people who are withdrawn and isolated come out of their shell and engage with the music, by singing and dancing is tangible, powerful and emotional for all to see.

“Although we are very much aware that sessions might be very different for the time being as a result of Covid-19, we still need the volunteer support that makes such an important difference and we look forward to hearing from anybody who feels thy would enjoy being part of this great musical experience.”

To find out more about Lost Chord volunteering opportunities visit lost-chord.co.uk