Stimulating Mind and Memory Through Stories, 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.

INTRODUCTION

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Meet The Team

David Knowles

With a lifelong passion for entertainment and storytelling, David Knowles has spent years enriching lives through music, theatre, and motivational therapy.

After serving as a Medical Assistant in the Royal Navy, he developed his performance skills as a Butlins Redcoat, where he gained a deep understanding of audience engagement.

A published author and playwright, David has starred in numerous musical theatre productions, including lead roles as Curly in Oklahoma! and Billy Bigelow in Carousel. His performance as Scrooge in A Christmas Carol earned him the Birmingham Festival of Acting's "Most Outstanding Male Performance" award.

Today, David brings his talents to care homes, using music and interactive activities to uplift, engage, and inspire residents.

Joy Friend

Joy Friend has always had a passion for storytelling, lifelong learning, and helping others. With a background in education and training, she holds a CertEd (Certificate in Education) and has spent years teaching people of all ages, from young children to retirees, helping them enhance their skills and confidence.

She holds a Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care and a Certificate in Understanding Mental Health First Aid & Advocacy in the Workplace, giving her valuable insight into supporting older adults.

As a motivational therapist, Joy specialises in delivering engaging activities in care homes, ensuring residents enjoy interactive activities, cognitive stimulation, and meaningful social experiences.

Downloadable Audio Stories for Care Homes & Groups

Bring memories to life with Motivating Mind and Memory's interactive, downloadable audio stories and music for care homes, social groups and individuals. Designed to entertain, stimulate discussion, and enhance cognitive skills.

The Complete Story

All 4 Decades (1940s–1970s)

£59.99

Engaging, Original MP3s

Buy Package

MMM Story and Music

Select Individual Decades

£19.99
Buy Single Decade

Each Download Includes

Complete resource files

  • Full Audio Story
  • Appropriate Music Tracks
  • Comprehensive & Discussion Points
  • Explanation & Progress Sheets
  • Song List & Printable Transcriptions
  • Session Notification Poster

Bringing Our Story to Life: The Audio Experience

Watch David Knowles demonstrate our immersive audio story package in a care home setting. Engaging storytelling, discussion points, and classic songs create a meaningful experience - sparking memories, conversation, and connection.

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Summer Holiday

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Get in Touch with Motivating Mind and Memory

We'd love to hear from you! Whether you would like to order our interactive audio story and music to use anywhere in the UK, or book David to sing live in Solihull or local venues, we're happy to help.

Contact us by email or by using the form, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible. We look forward to bringing music, memories, and meaningful engagement to you!

Contact Details

0121 294 1461
memorymotivation@gmail.com