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My mother has vascular dementia, lost interest in TV (too confusing), but responds very well to tunes/songs from her youth. I would like to get her a music player (built in speaker? or bluetooth speaker?) that is very simple to use.

She wouldn't be able to use a computer/phone (initial thought was a 'phone with bluetooth) but I would like something that I could download 40's/50's/60's tunes on to and could be set up to play or switch off at the touch of a large button. Hi Fi quality not a consideration.

Any ideas gratefully received. Guy.

something like that?
https://www.amazon.co.uk/neocore-A3-60- ... 038RKQ5D01

load card with music and she just need to press play
there are other similar with more functions etc

Amazon Echo or Google Home? IF she has internet access of course

Thanks for suggestions, I have asked same question on PFM and done a bit of research myself.

I think an internet radio to connect to this: http://www.angelradioplayer.co.uk

And a CD player for me to act as "DJ" when I visit should just about cover it for the moment.

Guy.

See also www.playlistforlife.org.uk or www.unforgettable.org
It is a big thing at the moment. My wife is a vicar and has been to many talks on this, unforgettable have different devices for different abilities.

Hi, I know there is ‘Hive’ that allows you to remotely control heating, lights etc- based on this and phone app you could adapt this for your needs, strangely Home security companies have many gadgets to assist
Good luck

Guy, been there and have the T shirt twice. Just google ‘Music players for dementia’ and you’ll get loads of specifically designed options. It is well recognised that dementia sufferers enjoy and respond well to music.