Henry Ford Health System issued the following announcement on Aug. 11.
Henry Ford Health System, in partnership with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) and Michigan Opera Theatre (MOT), has begun offering virtual musical performances to cancer patients via its music therapy program named for the founding general director of Michigan Opera Theatre, David DiChiera. Through the David DiChiera Music Therapy Program, patients of Henry Ford Cancer Institute will be able to enjoy both live and archived virtual performances from the DSO and MOT at no cost.
Live performances, called “Live Music with the DSO,” will take place from noon – 1 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday of each month. MOT’s program will take place on the first and third Thursdays of the month at 2 p.m., beginning in September 2020. Patients will be able to tune-in on iPads at Henry Ford Cancer Institute or via a link sent to their email.
“The Henry Ford Cancer Institute is a global destination for patients who travel from different countries and even different continents to receive the best possible care,” said Megan Winkel, Manager of the Healing Arts Program at Henry Ford Cancer Institute. “Research studies have shown music therapy can reduce pain and discomfort, improve mood, diminish stress, increase quality of life and allow patients to better communicate. Even beyond those benefits, this program will not only provide entertainment and relaxation for patients, but also allow them to experience some of Detroit’s culture while they focus on healing.”
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Source: Henry Ford Health System
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