rebecca I cared for Alzheimer's residents in the US and am the adult child of a professional musician. I can say that often here the 'activities' are coordinated by one person who is given limited resources and about 30 minutes to stimulate the minds and spirits of the residents. IF there is any music it lacks any cultural or spiritual relevance due to the lack of diversity in this region. last year

Having witnessed my Father's deterioation in a nuring home due to lack of mental and musical stimulus, I feel that incorporating both music and traditional Jewish literature into the regional geriatric health care system for the elderly should be as fundamental as taking their daily medicine. Equally as important, is the need for the children of the Middle East to learn from these elders the rich musical and dance traditions from the past so that these cultural legends will not go extinct as one of the generational dinosaurs. With your search for Uncle Ben among the elders of the community, you ended up finding the lost memories of the musical past and awakening the hearts and minds of those who want to pass this rich musical inheritance to the next generation who would dare to listen. Always, Laura Lee 3 years ago

great piece. as a musician, i understand the power of music and how it can change lives. thanks or sharing! 3 years ago