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Preserving dignity
Fostering connection
Person-centred care
Secure & private
A multimedia life story, kept safe and shared
LifeLibrary is a digital platform designed to help individuals and their families, create and preserve their life stories. It allows users to upload photos, videos, stories, hobbies and interests, building a secure and private record of a person’s life experiences, interests and milestones.
Life Story
Interests & Hobbies
New Memories
Adventures
Family
REMINISCENE AT HOME
How families can use LifeLibrary
Four meaningful ways to bring a life story to life, together.
Collaborative storytelling
1
Work together to curate and update the life story so it reflects your loved one’s unique experiences and personality. The process strengthens family bonds and gives everyone a meaningful shared activity
Identity & self-worth
3
Revisiting life stories helps people feel valued and respected, reinforcing their sense of identity. It combats loneliness and isolation by encouraging social interaction within the family.
Reminiscence therapy
2
Familiar stories, photos and memories can prompt conversations and reminiscence sessions at home, helping reduce anxiety, spark joy and bring comfort during moments of confusion or distress.
Maintaining connections
4
Easily share updates and memories with extended family, even those who live far away, helping maintain closeness and keeping everyone involved in the care journey.
PRACTICAL TIPS
Making LifeLibrary part of everyday life
Upload and curate content
Add photos, videos, stories and memorabilia that reflect your loved one’s life, interests and relationships.
Hold regular reminiscence sessions
Prompt conversations about childhood, work, hobbies and significant life events.
Involve younger generations
Encourage children and grandchildren to help curate memories, fostering intergenerational connection.
Use it as a daily tool
Look through photos together or listen to recorded stories as part of your routine.
Sheridan Norrey, Life Library