At Chiltern Music Therapy, every year brings new stories, new milestones, and new insights into the transformative power of music therapy. We’re thrilled to share our 2024 Annual Report, which highlights the progress we’ve made and the profound impact we’ve had within communities across the UK. This report is more than just numbers—it’s a testament to the dedication, compassion, and expertise of our team and the trust of our clients, partners, and supporters.

A Year of Growth and Connection

In 2024, our therapists delivered over 18,000 hours of service, supporting 1,185 clients of all ages, from newborns to 99-year-olds. Every session represents a unique journey, often beginning with a simple referral and developing into a space where clients feel empowered to express themselves, build connections, and work towards personal goals. Our clients come to us for many reasons, but the top ones this year included improving communication and social skills, fostering relationships, and supporting social, emotional, and mental health.

Our Core Values in Action

At the heart of our work are our values: Care, Listen, Deepen, Dare, and Share. These principles guide everything we do, shaping how we interact with our clients and partners. We strive to make each interaction meaningful, ensuring that everyone we work with feels valued, respected, and empowered. This year, our Annual Report shines a light on how these values have driven our mission forward, making music therapy a transformative thread in everyday life for countless individuals.

Key Highlights and Milestones

Some standout achievements from this year include:

• 18,616 hours of music therapy delivered to clients across different settings, including schools, hospitals, and community centers.
• Expansion of our services to reach more individuals and communities in need.
• A continued commitment to high-quality training and supervision for our therapists, ensuring that we provide the best care possible to our clients.

Additionally, we’re proud to share that our sessions focus on a wide array of goals, from building social skills to enhancing self-expression, cognitive development, and more. By responding to diverse needs, our team ensures that each client’s journey with music therapy is personalised, impactful, and supportive of their unique challenges and aspirations.

A Community Effort

This past year, we continued to collaborate with a range of incredible partners—schools, healthcare providers, charities, and local authorities—who share our vision of using music to bring about positive change. Together, we’ve been able to create spaces for healing, learning, and growth, ensuring that music therapy is accessible to everyone who needs it.

What’s Next?

Looking to the future, we are inspired to deepen our commitment to inclusivity, accessibility, and quality in every session. In the coming year, we plan to expand our services even further.

We invite you to explore our Annual Report to learn more about the impact of our work, our priorities, and our plans for the future. Thank you for being part of our journey—whether as a client, a family member, a partner, or a supporter. Together, we’re building a world where music therapy continues to transform lives.

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