Thanks for your feedback Shelley. Yes the article is about planning music activities in the absence of a qualified music therapist which unfortunately is a common scenario in many facilities. We will adjust the title accordingly.
Regarding soft balls, you could try the colorful plastics balls for babies (the ones they make a 'swim pit' out of) - or the spongy balls that kids use to play in water.
Regarding seated dance cd's and dvd's, below are a few forum thread with a few suggestions. Also I would suggest doing a search in youtube, it's amazing what you can find there!
Golden carers has helped improve my role as Engagement and activities practitioner, so many great ideas and activities available. This page has made my life so much easier, when I'm stuck for my own ideas i head over have a look what's new and a whole new world opens up. I have used Golden carers everyday since being in my new role, its amazing. Thank you to everyone that contributes.
Helen Babbage-Peart Engagement And Activity Co-ordinator United Kingdom
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