It All began with a Simple Belief
Music for Memories was founded in 2018 around one clear idea: personalised music can reconnect people with their memories, identity and the people they love.
What followed was built through the dedication of our trustees and volunteers, who turned that belief into practical support for people living with dementia and other forms of memory loss.
Through years of commitment, care and determination, they created and sustained a charity that listens to individual life stories, builds deeply personal playlists and provides simple, accessible music units on loan, free of charge.
In March 2024, Music for Memories Charity began a new chapter, expanding its reach, strengthening partnerships and growing its volunteer community—while remaining true to the foundations created by those who built it.
Today, every playlist and every music unit carries that work forward.
A person is not their diagnosis. They are a lifetime of memories.
Music for Memories has been shaped and sustained by trustees who have given their time, skills and commitment to build the charity and carry its work forward.
Their contribution – often behind the scenes – has made everything we do possible.
Trevor Beckett – Chair
Trevor has chaired Music for Memories from its early days through a period of growth, helping guide the charity’s governance and future direction.
His steady leadership, practical approach and commitment to good governance have helped strengthen the charity while keeping the people we support at the heart of every decision.
He continues to guide our trustees with clarity, care and a firm belief in the difference personalised music can make.
Current Trustees:
Trevor Beckett – Chair
Rachel Bignall – Founder & Trustee
Jackie Beckett – Treasurer & Trustee
Stephen Beckett – Trustee
Natalie Roberts – Trustee
Kerry Lebbern – Trustee
Could One of These Roles Be Yours?
We are currently seeking:
Treasurer
Trustee
With our current Treasurer preparing to step down, we are looking for a new Treasurer and an additional Trustee to help stregthen our board and support the charity’s continued development.
We are grateful for the time, care and expertise given to Music for Memories by everyone who serves as a trustee.
If you would like to help shape our future, we would love to hear from you.
Our Community Development Manager
Linda joined Music for Memories as Community Development Manager in 2025, after volunteering with the charity for more than a year.
She has many years’ experience supporting people living with dementia and brings a strong understanding of person-centred care and meaningful connection.
Her work spans community development, partnership building and volunteer support. She brings together families, care providers, health services and community organisations so that more people can reconnect with the music, memories and relationships that matter to them.
Our Volunteers
Our volunteers bring comfort, joy and connection to people living with dementia through personalised music. Familiar songs can spark memories, lift moods and help people feel seen and understood.
No specialist experience is needed—we provide training and support. Whether you meet people, create playlists, help at events or work behind the scenes, your time can make a meaningful difference. Join us today and help bring the power of music to someone who needs it.
