Resources
AGE UK
AGE UK provide a wide range of services and support across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough for older adults.
BAMT
BAMT act as a central point for information about Music Therapy. They advocate for equal access to Music Therapy for all, promote the health benefits of Music Therapy as well as organise and advertise related events, support for professional practice, training courses and CPD
Department of Health and Social Care
The Department of Health and Social Care support ministers in leading the nation’s health and social care to help people live more independent, healthier lives for longer.
HCPC
The HCPC protect the public by regulating 15 health and care professions in the UK, including Music Therapy. They set the standard of practice, keep a register of professionals and take action if professionals do not meet standards.
Jessies Fund
Jessie’s Fund is a charity that helps children with additional and complex needs or serious illness to communicate by using music. They offer training as well as help to individuals who struggle to access music therapy.
Makaton
Makaton is a brilliant communication system using symbols and signs as either a main method of communication or a way to support speech.
It is used not only by children and adults with communication and learning difficulties, but by teachers, health professionals and friends etc.
The Music Therapy Charity
The Music Therapy Charity supports high quality research into the impact of music therapy and music therapy services in the UK.
National Autistic Society
The National Autistic Society helps autistic people and their families throughout the UK. They offer advice, guidance, help and support, helping to transform lives and change attitudes.