At St. Ann’s Center, WCMT member Leslie Henry can be found singing to groups of  young children encouraging them to tap their feet, clap their hands and move their bodies; leading groups of older adults in music and song with a variety of bells, drums and other instruments; or working one-on-one with a client to encourage eye-hand coordination through the simple act of pressing keys on a keyboard. These activities are designed to help people develop and improve communication, social, emotional and motor skills; manage stress; alleviate pain; promote wellness; and enhance memory — all in an effort to improve quality of life.

To read more, check out the link below in the Fall 2009 Alverno Magazine.

http://www.alverno.edu/about_alverno/AlvernoMagazine_Fall09.pdf