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Stimulating Mind and Memory Through Music and Reminiscence

Audio Story and Music - Ideal for Care Homes, Groups and Individuals

Welcome to Motivating Mind and Memory. Specialists in care home entertainment and audio story packages.  With interactive storytelling and music of the 1940s to 1970s, we bring joy, reminiscence and engagement to care homes and individuals.

David in a care home, showcasing the audio story

Introduction

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The Soundtrack to a Lifetime of Memories

With our Motivating Mind and Memory package, we provide high-quality care home entertainment and engaging audio story and music packages designed to encourage reminiscence, cognitive skills and social interaction.

We offer The Story of the Blakely Family, an original audio story designed for both care home residents and individuals. Set in the 1940s-1970s, this interactive package with music brings the past to life, sparking discussion and engagement.

Discover how our services can enhance wellbeing and memory skills - get in touch today!

Engaging & Interactive

Through storytelling and music, we create meaningful activities that entertain and stimulate.

Trusted by Care Homes

We work with care homes, families, and professionals to bring high-quality activities to older adults.

NAPA Members

We are proud members of the National Activity Providers Association, promoting engagement and wellbeing.

What We Offer:

Music, Memories & Meaningful Moments

Photo of care home residents enjoying the audio story

Original Audio Story

The Story of the Blakely Family is an interactive MP3 audio story designed to spark memories, encourage discussion, and promote cognitive skills. Ideal for care homes, groups and individuals, this package includes audio stories and music tracks, transcripts, and discussion prompts.

David and Joy on local radio

Meet The Team

Learn more about our dedicated entertainers and motivational therapists, David Knowles and Joy Friend. With years of experience in performing, storytelling, and dementia care, they bring expertise and passion to every session.

A sample of David singing

Bringing Memories to Life

  • Professional & Reliable – We provide a unique, quality audio story with music designed for social interaction, reminiscence and discussion.

  • Experienced Performers & TherapistsOur team has extensive experience in entertainment, dementia care, and motivational therapy.

  • More Than Just Music – We offer The Story of the Blakely Family, a unique audio story package designed for reminiscence and discussion.

David Knowles, care home entertainer

Sparking Interaction, Encouraging Conversation

With decades of experience in entertainment and care home therapy, Motivating Mind and Memory is committed to delivering high-quality, engaging activities for older adults. David Knowles, an award-winning performer, and Joy Friend, experienced in care for older adults and dementia care, combine their skills to create meaningful experiences.

Our services are designed to encourage memory recall, promote discussion, and bring joy through music and storytelling. We understand the importance of person-centred care and tailor our sessions to suit the needs of every group or individual.

Care home residents enjoying our audio story

"I love these sessions and remember things I had long forgotten.  I dance and sing to the music that I know and love."  

Pat, a care home resident

Bring the Past to Life – Contact Us Today!

Looking for a quality activity to enhance people’s social interaction? Motivating Mind and Memory is here to help. Email us now for further information or to purchase our audio package.

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