CHEMAROMA OUTREACH

SCENTIMENTAL JOURNEY:
A free music and aromatherapy experience
for older adults
in assisted living settings
Scentimental Journey is a small band with a big mission – to bring enjoyable music, mental stimulation and memory recall, and a sense of well-being through aromatherapy to older adults in assisted living communities.
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Scentimental Journey is a unique concept developed by four long-time friends and musicians (Bill Kurtin, Lyn Belisle, Larry Adamson, Dave Williams) who want to continue their musical association in retirement while sharing their songs with others. The addition of aromatherapy makes it a unique experience for the senses.

The band consists of acoustic guitar, bass, and harmonica and its members are retired from professional life in education, service industry, and the arts. Their music does indeed reflect the “Scentimental Journey” of all of life’s experiences and includes old favorites such as “You Are My Sunshine” as well as traditional well-loved country classics like “Waltz Across Texas.”
  • During performances, band members also employ research-based aromatherapy practices and discuss how essential oils and their scents can enrich memory association and a sense of wellness.
  • This unique combination of enjoyable music and gentle scents from the plant world brings a welcome sensory experience to older adults who enjoy something old, something new, and something fun. Short performances by Scentimental Journey can be tailored to the needs of the community population and interest.
  • The average length of a presentation is 45 minutes and includes ten to twelve songs and the experience of three essential oils for relaxation and sensory enjoyment. Our research shows that this combination is effective and enjoyable, especially for the elderly in community settings.
Scentimental Journey performs for free to interested retirement communities who would like to include this unique group in its activity schedule. For more information, please contact Dr. Bill Kurtin at 210-667-4852  or at wkurtin@earthlink.net.

Scentimental Journey Performances

Friday, May 6, 2016 - The Village at Incarnate Word (Memory Unit) - 2:00 pm
Friday, May 20th, 2016 - Menger Springs Community - 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 24th, 2016 - Morningside Ministeries - 2:00 p.m.
Friday, June 10th, 2016 -  The Village at Incarnate Word - 10:00 a.m.
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