What is SPECTRUM JAM? 

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Spectrum Jam is our newest project geared towards providing music lessons to youth on the autism spectrum. 

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Autism: a neurodevelopment disorder characterized by impaired social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication, and restricted and repetitive behavior. 

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Science has proven a healthy relationship between music and autism. Music activates all areas of the brain, serving as a carrier for communication. for youth with autism, this can enhance communication, develop social skills, and improve task sequence. 

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According to a 2014 article in “Your Autism Magazine,” roughly 40% of people on the autism spectrum experience at least one anxiety disorder which leads to depression. 

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MEOW Cares, Inc. looks to counteract these issues with an activity that will inspire young minds all over the community through music. Spectrum Jam will provide confidence, self-awareness, inspiration, and love to all who encounter it. These students will attend lessons on a weekly basis, play instruments, use technology, and perform yearly. It is our hope that we will enhance their lifestyles in the areas of education, communication, music, and mental health.