Co-creation of a music program in a Singapore community day care setting
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Stream 2
| Friday, September 6, 2024 |
| 4:15 PM - 4:35 PM |
| Room 2 |
Speaker
Ms Isabel Tan
Music Therapist
St Luke's Eldercare
Co-creation of a music program in a Singapore community day care setting
Abstract Overview
The purpose of creating a co-creation program was to find out if music programs
could be created with and for the Singaporean elders in community day care centres. The “Methodkit” human needs deck comprised of 63 visual aid cards of various pictures and key words used, to discover what factors hold importance to these elders. These cards were divided into four different domains: Cognitive, Physical, Social-emotional, and Spiritual domains. Six elders were recruited, aged 50 and above with an inclusive criterion of being communicative without any cognitive impairment. The results of the elders selecting two cards in each domain were narrowed down specifically to music.
Another set of curated visual cards involving categories of the type of setting, activity, and genre, were created for elders to select from. The program ended with an evaluation survey to measure the effectiveness of the co-created program.
Key words: Co-creation, Domains, Music Program, Community Day Care Centre
could be created with and for the Singaporean elders in community day care centres. The “Methodkit” human needs deck comprised of 63 visual aid cards of various pictures and key words used, to discover what factors hold importance to these elders. These cards were divided into four different domains: Cognitive, Physical, Social-emotional, and Spiritual domains. Six elders were recruited, aged 50 and above with an inclusive criterion of being communicative without any cognitive impairment. The results of the elders selecting two cards in each domain were narrowed down specifically to music.
Another set of curated visual cards involving categories of the type of setting, activity, and genre, were created for elders to select from. The program ended with an evaluation survey to measure the effectiveness of the co-created program.
Key words: Co-creation, Domains, Music Program, Community Day Care Centre
Biography
Isabel Tan is a highly qualified music therapist with a 'master's degree from the University of Queensland. She excels at playing multiple instruments and has extensive experience working with diverse populations in Australia and Singapore. In Australia, she treated children with disabilities, adults with mental health challenges, and older adults. She became a private practitioner in Malaysia, focusing on children's special needs and working in various rehabilitation and education centres. Isabel is a passionate advocate for music therapy. She has pioneered the field in Singapore's geriatric care, treating patients with dementia, stroke, and Parkinson's disease. She actively shares her expertise through public speaking, workshops, and media appearances. Currently, she develops and implements music programs for seniors at St. Luke's ElderCare, trains staff, and even manages external music programs in daycare centres and nursing homes. Her dedication extends beyond her work, as she participates in numerous community service projects.
