Music therapy

Bloom Wellness Collective: Nature-Based Expressive Arts + Movement for All Abilities

Bloom Wellness Collective (Bloom) is on a journey to make dance, yoga, movement, and expressive arts accessible to those living with disabilities. They use movement as a catalyst for self-expression, connection, emotional regulation, … READ MORE

CPAA online programs in December 2021 – Register NOW

Cerebral Palsy Alberta offers programs to people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities that provide essential social interaction and healthy activities in nurturing environments. December registration is now open and we hope to … READ MORE

CPAA online programs in November 2021 – Register NOW

Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate virtually anywhere! November registration is now open and we hope to see even more of you on our screens! For more information on our programs, please contact our … READ MORE

CPAA online programs in October 2021 – Register NOW

Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate virtually anywhere! October registration is now open and we hope to see even more of you on our screens! For more information on our programs, please contact our … READ MORE

CPAA online programs in September 2021 – Register NOW

Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate virtually anywhere! September registration is now open and we hope to see even more of you on our screens! For more information on our programs, please contact our … READ MORE

CPAA online programs in July 2021 – Register NOW

Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate virtually anywhere! July registration is now open and we hope to see even more of you on our screens! For more information on our programs, please contact our Program … READ MORE

CPAA online programs in April 2021 – Register NOW

Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate virtually anywhere! April registration is now open and we hope to see even more of you on our screens! For more information on our programs, please contact our … READ MORE

CPAA online programs in March 2021 – Register NOW

Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate for free… virtually anywhere! March registration is now open and we hope to see even more of you on our screens! For more information on our programs, please … READ MORE

CPAA online programs in February 2021 – Register NOW

Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate for free… virtually anywhere! Febuary registration is now open and we hope to see even more of you on our screens! For more information on our programs, please … READ MORE

CPAA online programs in January 2021 – Register NOW

Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate for free… virtually anywhere! January registration is now open and we hope to see even more of you on our screens! For more information on our programs, please … READ MORE

CPAA online programs in December 2020 – Register NOW

Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate for free… virtually anywhere! December registration is now open and we hope to see even more of you on our screens! For more information on our programs, please … READ MORE

CPAA online programs in November 2020 – Register NOW

Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate for free… virtually anywhere! November registration is now open and we hope to see even more of you on our screens! For more information on our programs, please … READ MORE

CPAA online programs in September 2020 – Register NOW

Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate for free… virtually anywhere! September registration is now open and we hope to see even more of you on our screens! For more information on our programs, please … READ MORE

CPAA online and in-person programs in August 2020 – Register NOW

Regular in-person programs are offered again. Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate for free… virtually anywhere! The CPAA has introduced new Health & Wellness programs that you can participate in, … READ MORE

CPAA Virtual programs expanded online in July 2020 – Register FREE

Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate for free… virtually anywhere! Register Now – FREE. Simply add the programs that you’d like to participate in to your cart and you’ll be sent a … READ MORE

CPAA Virtual programs expanded online in June 2020 – Register FREE

Register Now – FREE. Simply add the programs that you’d like to participate in to your cart and we’ll send you a Zoom meeting code valid for the month of June! Virtual Programs! Our FREE Online Programs have … READ MORE

CPAA Virtual programs online in May 2020 – Register FREE

Register Now – FREE. Simply add the programs that you’d like to participate in to your cart and we’ll send you a Zoom meeting code valid for the month of May! Virtual Programs! Our FREE Online Programs have … READ MORE

DIY tools TalkBox and SenseBox help people with disabilities to communicate

The new devices, developed by a collaborative team based in the US, Canada, and Kenya, are easy to use and allow people in different cultural contexts to quickly enhance their ability to communicate. Figure 1. The first prototype (top … READ MORE

2020 CPAA Calgary programs for kids are waiting for you

We are thrilled to have two fantastic programs available for children in Calgary. Through our Swim Without Limits program, kids get the opportunity to swim with a volunteer learning basic skills in the water, all while having fun with … READ MORE

Register for CP Association 2019 Fall Programs in Calgary

Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta offers programs to people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities that provide essential social interaction and healthy activities in nurturing environments. Fall Program Registration Open HERE … READ MORE

Drake Music Project scheme hits right note in helping disabled children

One Newry youngster whose life has benefited from being able to take part in a music workshop has spoken of his passion for the Sport Relief-backed project. Mary Louise McCord in the Crescent Arts Centre, Drake Music Project. Northern … READ MORE

How music helps rehab patients learn to move again

‘Music is part of the most complex auditory language the brain ever invented.’ Music therapist Jennifer Buchanan works with post-stroke patient Alan Hubbard at the Association for the Rehabilitation of the Brain Injured in … READ MORE

Dance aids healthier ageing

Queensland Ballet and QUT today released the results of a joint project examining the health and wellbeing benefits of ballet for older Australians. Queensland Ballet Artistic Director Li Cunxin leads a Ballet for Seniors class. Ali … READ MORE

Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra establishes disabled-led ensemble

Dorset orchestra forms ‘first ensemble of disabled musicians.’ Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra is thought to be the first professional orchestra in the world to form an ensemble of disabled musicians. The group is led by a … READ MORE

Canmore figure skater with Down syndrome finds expression, recognition on ice

‘Meg doesn’t want to talk a lot, but we discovered she can perform.’ Meg Ohsada has surprised friends, family and teachers with her innate musicality, athletic ability and talent. Monty Kruger CBC Jessica Barrett with … READ MORE

Rhythmic auditory cueing improves gait in CP patients

Rhythmic auditory entrainment — a process that provides a timing cue for a biological rhythm — improves gait performance in patients with cerebral palsy (CP), research from Germany suggests. The study was published in the journal … READ MORE

CP Alberta winter 2018 programs in both Calgary and Edmonton

Registration is now open for our Winter 2018 programs in both Calgary and Edmonton! We have a new way to register, as well. There are still openings in a number of our programs in both cities, so please visit your city’s site if … READ MORE

Music therapy for children with autism has positive outcome

It might not surprise that good relationships create good outcomes, as meaningful relational experiences are crucial to all of us in our everyday life. However, the development of a relationship with a child with autism may be … READ MORE

CSPD dueling pianos featuring Burn’N’Mahn, Saturday 18 Nov 2017

Back by popular demand, we will be hosting our second Burn’N’Mahn Dueling Pianos event on Saturday, November 18, 2017. Get ready for Burn ’N’ Mahn dueling pianists Brian Burns and Jamie Mahn Those who attended last … READ MORE

Calgary Herald’s ‘Life with Emily’ documentary a finalist for international media award

The Calgary Herald has been named a finalist in a prestigious international media awards competition for a 2016 project called Without Limits: Kids With Special Needs. Our Special Children. Taking a break from lunch, 7 year old Emily … READ MORE

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