Music & Memory

The Music & Memory® app makes it easy for caregivers to create personalized music playlists for someone in their care. Developed by Music & Memory® in partnership with Library Ideas, LLC, the app is built on Music & Memory’s proven approach to using familiar music to support comfort, connection, and well-being. Familiar music can spark memories, reduce stress, and create moments of joy—especially for individuals living with memory loss or other cognitive challenges. With just a few taps, caregivers can use music as a simple, powerful tool to encourage engagement and emotional connection. How the app works The Music & Memory app helps caregivers create personalized playlists that can comfort, calm, and reconnect individuals living with cognitive or physical challenges. Music is streamed through your library’s Freegal Music+ subscription. Getting started Download the app on your phone or tablet Log in using a valid library card Create a personalized playlist Tap Create Playlist Choose the decade or decades from the listener’s most meaningful years—often ages 15–25 Select a favorite type of music Based on your selections, the app suggests songs and playlists that are likely to be familiar and meaningful. Personalize the music Add songs by tapping the checkbox next to a title Add them to an existing playlist or create a new one Search for specific artists or songs you know the listener loves Listen anytime Go to My Playlists to find saved playlists Tap a playlist, then tap Play to start the music Remove songs anytime with the trash can icon Helpful tips for caregivers Aim for playlists with 20–30 songs Use music during calm moments, before appointments, during personal care, or to encourage conversation Adjust playlists over time as preferences or needs change The Music & Memory app offers an easy, accessible way to bring the power of personalized music into everyday care—helping create meaningful moments, one song at a time.