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Memory preservation

Our memories, stories, and life experiences shape who we are. Yet ageing, illness, dementia, and memory loss can place those memories at risk. Forevermore works with individuals, families, and communities to help capture, preserve, and share memories through storytelling, life story workshops, and memory preservation initiatives.

1 Million+

Australians projected to live with dementia by 2065
The number of Australians living with dementia is expected to more than double over coming decades.

1.7 Million+

People involved in dementia care and support
Memory loss impacts not only individuals, but also families, carers, friends, and communities.

54%

Of permanent residential aged care residents have dementia
Many older Australians face the risk of losing important memories, stories, and personal history.

Proven Benefits

Reminiscence and life story work can improve wellbeing, identity, and social connection
Research shows that recalling and sharing personal memories can support emotional wellbeing and strengthen relationships.

Our focus is your memory

Forevermore works with individuals, families, and communities to help preserve memories, life stories, and personal history. Through storytelling, education, research, and community engagement, we aim to strengthen connection, identity, and wellbeing across generations.
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Areas of focus

Life Story Workshops

Structured workshops that help people reflect on and record important memories, experiences, and family history. By capturing life stories before they are lost, participants create lasting records that can be shared with loved ones for years to come.

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Storytelling & Reminiscence Sessions

Guided conversations that encourage people to revisit meaningful life experiences, photographs, and personal milestones. Reminiscence activities can strengthen social connection, support wellbeing, and help preserve personal identity.

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Memory Preservation Research

Working alongside older Australians, families, carers, and community organisations to better understand how memories can be captured, preserved, and shared. Our research helps inform future programs, services, and technology initiatives.

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Community Engagement

Delivering talks, educational sessions, and community activities that raise awareness of memory preservation and digital legacy. We aim to empower people to take simple steps to protect memories before they are lost.

Dementia & Ageing Initiatives

Exploring approaches that may help people experiencing memory decline preserve personal stories, family history, and meaningful life experiences. We are particularly interested in the role memory preservation can play in supporting dignity, identity, and connection.

Explore how we can help

Whether you're a family member, retirement community, aged care provider, researcher, volunteer, or community organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Get in Touch

Organise a life story workshop (in-person or online) for your retirement village, aged care service or community group

Book a storytelling or reminiscence session to help preserve personal memories and family history

Participate in memory preservation research and help shape future programs and technology