Through DaDOM, we aimed to create a transformative approach to vocational healthcare education by integrating music into daily care practices. The project sought to equip VET students and teachers with practical tools and confidence to use music as a resource for improving the well-being of both caregivers and clients. A key objective was to develop innovative, scalable resources: a student curriculum, an online teacher training, and a care organisation toolkit. These outputs were designed to foster creativity, empathy, and person-centred care, preparing students with unique skills that enhance employability and professional impact. DaDOM also aimed to encourage collaboration between education and care sectors, creating sustainable connections and practices. By inspiring care organisations to adopt music-based interventions, we hoped to achieve long-term improvements in care quality, staff well-being, and client experiences. Ultimately, we wanted to demonstrate the power of music to bring positivity, connection, and innovation to healthcare.
DaDOM (Daily Dose of Music) was developed to address an important gap in vocational healthcare education: the lack of practical tools to use music effectively in daily care. Music has immense potential to enhance well-being, build connections, and support caregivers and clients, yet it is often overlooked in training programmes. DaDOM sought to make music accessible as a simple, meaningful tool for care. The project also recognised the need for collaboration across borders to foster innovation. By bringing together educators, students, and care organisations from different countries, we aimed to develop resources that could be adapted and applied in diverse settings. These resources would empower VET students to bring creativity and empathy to their care practices, benefiting both their professional development and the lives of those they care for. DaDOM aligned with broader goals of enhancing vocational education, addressing staff well-being, and creating sustainable practices that improve the quality of care.