October 19, 2020

Music Mends Minds Offers Virtual Sing-a-longs to Stay Connected

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research explores how seniors make music together on Zoom, enjoying their connections and socialization.

Michael J. Fox Foundation

October 16, 2020

Music Mends Minds: A CNN Hero's mission finds a new need during the pandemic

CNN Heroes revisits MMM and Founder (CNN Hero Nominee 2018) Carol Rosenstein, to explore how MMM has pivoted to online music-making through Zoom in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic

CNN Heroes

September 8, 2020

When You're Smiling

Dano Nissen explores how non-profit MMM uses music to heal the minds of those with neurodegenerative diseases, for Baram House Magazine's themed issue on "Remembrance."

Baram House Magazine

July 4, 2020

Five Great, Slightly Sung Americans

For the 4th of July, we celebrate five slightly sung American heroes including our very own Carol Rosenstein

Blog Post

January 09, 2020

Know Your Neighbors: Two Women Helping People With Brain Diseases Via Music

Read all about Carol Rosenstein, the Coachella Valley band, "The Tunes for the Memory," and Barbara Fosse, The Tunes for The Memory Point-Person

Coachella Valley Independent Newspaper

February 13, 2019

MMM Battles Dementia With Melody

"It's often said that music is the universal language. MMM believes it's great medicine for those struggling with neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer’s and dementia."

Spectrum News 1

November 05, 2018

Looking After Those Who Looked After Us

Carol discusses her life with Irwin, creating MMM, and even the Dalai Lama

The Good People Fund

November 05, 2018

The Good People Fund Select MMM for Grant

The Good People Fund announced nearly $1.8 million in grants to  address critical humanitarian needs. MMM was selected as a recipient!

The Good People Fund

November 01, 2018

Being Thankful for the Joy of Music

Diane Margolin and Taber Falconer informs readership of our musical mission for seniors with cognitive decline. 

Santa Monica Star Newspaper

September 07, 2018

Recreation and Parks Award Given to MMM

The Recreation and Parks Commission honored the MMM program at Roxbury Park. Read the story on Page 5!

Beverly Hills Weekly

September 07, 2018

Recreation & Parks Commission Honors MMM Facilitators

Myra Lurie and Steven Weinglass are honored for their efforts on behalf of seniors creating the MMM program at Roxbury Park.

Beverly Hills Courier

September 03, 2018

Mending Minds Through Music

Carol discusses how we all can live longer and healthier. This podcast features many world-renowned scientists and biohackers.

Live Long and Master Aging Podcast

May 29, 2018

CNN Heroes 2018

CNN Heroes nominates Carol Rosenstein, Founder of MMM. CNN Heroes celebrates "everyday people changing the world," each of whom shows how one person can truly make a difference. 

CNN Health

May 29, 2018

This Woman is Music to a Senior’s Ear

Carol's background in mind-body medicine was a large influence in her creation of MMM.

Meet America

April 10, 2018

The Healing Power of Music

Michael J. Fox Foundation interviews Diana Davidow and her experience as a member in Music Mends Minds's flagship band "The 5th Dementia" band. Photo credits: Serene Meshel-Dillman

Michael J. Fox Foundation

March 29, 2018

Carol & Irwin, Separated by Illness, Reunited by Music

Read a news piece from France about MMM, Carol and Irwin. Photo credits: Serene Meshel-Dillman

Story News

December 29, 2017

"I Am A Volunteer"

NBC Channel 4 highlights the numerous volunteering opportunities available at MMM

NBC Channel 4

September 05, 2017

Where "Music Mends Minds"

Listen in on Carol's interview where she discusses how music helped her connect with her husband, Irwin. 

The Osgood Files

August 22, 2017

MMM Helps People With Dementia & Parkinson's

A nationwide program is helping dementia and Parkinson's patients cope with illnesses through music.

CBS

August 14, 2017

Can Joining a Band Fight Cognitive Decline?

 The 5th Dementia keeps folks with neurodegenerative disease in the moment by playing music of the past with help from a few teenage musicians.

KQED: The California Report

May 24, 2017

Community Council: Music Mends Minds

KIIS FM spotlights MMM's mission to support people suffering from a neurodegenerative disease through musical support groups.

KIIS FM

May 10, 2017

The Quad: Students learn from older adults through volunteer programs

Daily Bruin discusses how MMM utilizes an intergenerational approach  to accomplish their goal to use music as a way of healing the mind.

Daily Bruin

December 17, 2016

Music as Medicine for the Mind

Claire Fogarty discusses how MMM has brought their talents to the Brentwood Presbyterian Church on Friday, serenading their audience with smooth jazz while surrounded by a Christmas Tree and Poinsettias.

Cure PSP

September 15, 2015

The More We Play, More Their Old Selves Return

Like a wilting flower that has just been watered, Irwin Rosenstein sits at the piano and comes to life. 

People Magazine

September 25, 2015

Ask the MD: Music as Medicine for the Mind

Far from just stimulating memories surrounding a song, though, many believe music can actually help to preserve and even enhance cognitive function.

Michael J. Fox Foundation

February 23, 2015

Music Offers Dementia Patients New Meaning

PBS interviews 5th Dementia members ,Marina Day & Paul Livadary, on the power of music.  Photo credits: Serene Meshel-Dillman

PBS News Hour

December 12, 2015

Exclusive: ‘The Fifth Dementia’ Band Pairs Teen Musicians With Alzheimer’s Patients

Windward High School students are building bonds and making music with elderly Alzheimer’s patients with “The Fifth Dementia.” 

CBS Los Angeles

November 03, 2015

Swinging with The 5th Dementia

Swinging with the 5th Dementia: Twice a week, four older men get together to make music. There may be nothing unusual about that, but aging has not been kind to them: To varying degrees, they’ve been affected by dementia or Parkinson’s disease. 

Jewish Journal

November 04, 2015

Healing Through Music

Proving that music truly can be one of life’s greatest gifts, the new intergenerational music therapy project MMM is dedicated to “restoring the rhythm of life” for individuals in West Los Angeles who are affected by neurodegenerative diseases

Jewish Journal