Brain injury and neurological

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Teddy’s story

Teddy is 3 years old and lives with a very rare genetic condition called TUBA1A, which affects his brain development. Music therapy offered a space where, for the first time, he could participate fully.

Ed’s story

After a catastrophic brain injury left Ed in a coma, music therapy helped him reconnect with the world, regain essential skills and rebuild his life.

Poppy and music therapist Janet sat at the keyboard.

Poppy’s story

Poppy is three years old and lives with Rett syndrome, a rare neurodevelopmental disorder that affects 1 in 10,000 girls worldwide. Music therapy has given Poppy a space where she can express herself freely, and brought moments of joy and hope to her and her family.

Erol sings passionately during a music therapy session with Oli

Erol’s story

Music provides a space for Erol, who is living with an acquired brain injury, to connect and collaborate with others.

Charlotte, a Nordoff and Robbins music therapy client, smiles at an iPad next to music therapist Alan as he plays the keyboard.

Charlotte’s story

When Charlotte was recovering in hospital and struggling with her movement and speech, music therapy helped her rediscover her voice and find hope for the future.

A set of hands play music on a keyboard, as a music therapy session takes place at a Nordoff and Robbins partner school

Ava’s story

Ava has complex health needs that have resulted in her being non-verbal, but joining our online Community Choir during the Covid pandemic helped her find her voice

Music therapy client Inez smiles as she sits outside in the long grass, one hand on an acoustic guitar

Inez’s story

When Inez started having music therapy sessions she was mesmerised from the start. “Her eyes light up and she smiles,” says Inez’s mum, Julia.

Two people hold onto a xylophone during a music therapy session, playing music together as they share the instrument

Ty Aberdafen

Ty Aberdafen is a 24-bed residential unit for adults with acquired or traumatic brain injuries.

During a music therapy session, a music therapist sits down to play music on an acoustic guitar

Parkstone Connect Day Centre

Parkstone Connect Day Centre is a day service for adults in the local community with a wide range of support needs. Its aim is to improve lives and build independence by promoting an inclusive and empowering environment.

A music therapist plays music on their acoustic guitar, as they take part in a music therapy session

St Mary’s Care Centre

St Mary’s Care Centre is a 63-bed nursing home. It supports a variety of complex care needs, including dementia and early onset dementia, enduring mental health issues and brain injuries.