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The results are astonishing and deeply moving.    <\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mr Arnon sits alone at the table, in the middle of the room. Head bowed down. Moira of the Genetic Choir takes a seat next to him. She places her hands on the table, singing quietly. &#8216;I see him looking at my hands. Then, two minutes before we leave, he lifts his finger, moves it to mine and touches me.&#8217;    <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Emerging from a slumber<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Together with the Flevohuis care home in Amsterdam, the Genetic Choir discovered that it is possible to reach out in an unusual way with residents with dementia. Namely, through listening to whatever happens in the moment and responding gently by humming, whispering, imitating sounds and or singing. A few residents emerge from their slumber and make eye contact. People sing along. Other people calm down and daydream along to the sounds. The mood in the living room is transformed.     <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tailor-made methodology<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many other homes are also keen to adopt this approach. Which is why there is now a methodology that any nursing home can use tailored to their needs. Thoroughly tested, refined and scientifically researched. Anyone can learn to use this special way of making contact. Healthcare professionals for example, so that they can incorporate their voice and sounds into daily activities. 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