Winner of the 2022 McGill International Palliative Care Congress Innovation Challenge for Culturally Diverse Music Creation! What is MUSIC CARE by Room 217? The MUSIC CARE by Room 217 is a music-based health arts social enterprise, producing and delivering purposely designed music products, education, training, research and certification to improve quality of life in healthcare settings. What is music care? Music care is the intentional use of music by anyone to improve health and well-being. The music care approach promotes the application of sound and music to be used in formal health care settings and community or home-based contexts. Music is integral to person-centred care through integration into daily routines and practice. Music care is inclusive, offering a variety of delivery domains and a means for both intercultural and intergenerational connection. Music care can be implemented by all caregivers regardless of music ability. The intentional use of music humanizes care, deepens relationships, and enhances the care experience.
