Renee Fleming Neuroarts Investigator Awards Research Project:
Join a choir. Support Brain Health. Make a Difference.
The Giving Voice Rural Initiative Pilot Research Project is exploring how group singing can support individuals living with Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) and their care partners. This is a study in rural and outstate MN and WI. This is in association with Giving Voice, Florida Atlantic University, and the NeuroArts Blueprint Initiative.
What’s involved?
Participants will enroll in a 12-week choir program led by trained directors and engage in fun, structured group singing. Before and after, participants will complete simple research assessments with their care partners.
What are the benefits?
Enjoy music and connect with others, support research that may improve the dementia journey, and receive compensation for completing study assessments.
What is the Renee Fleming NeuroArts Grant?
The Awards program supports innovative, collaborative research to advance the growing field of neuroarts—the study of how the arts positively impact the brain, body, and overall health.
Questions? Contact reasearchgvifau@gmail.com or call 612.314.9494.
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Can I participate in the study?
You are eligible to participate if:
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You are 50 years or older with mild to moderate ADRD
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You are able to engage in group singing
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You have a care partner (family member or friend) willing to participate in assessments.
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You are able to commit to attending at least 75% of choral sessions.
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After you sign up below, we will reach out to you to determine eligibility and schedule assessments.
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Interested participants may be placed in the control group, which will involve completing assessments and continuing with your daily routine.
I'm interested in participating!
I am a person living with a diagnosis/care partner who would like to sing and participate in the study