AIMS OF THE MiD NETWORK

To improve the quality of life of people with dementia and their carers (both informal and formal carers)
To raise awareness of how music can be implemented into care settings for people living with dementia
To raise local awareness of what music groups/activities are on offer for people with dementia and their carers
To connect people working within the field of music and/or dementia
To identify gaps in provisions specifically in relation to less well-served communities.
To engage with researchers to develop research proposals and support grant applications.

Music in Dementia (MiD) is a Managed Innovation Network supported by Nottingham University Institute of Mental Health in conjunction with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust.