# My House of Memories — Dementia & Alzheimer’s Support

> Interactive museum object exploration app for memory recall and connection. (iPhone/iPad app by National Museums & Galleries on Merseyside.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-house-of-memories/id847763460 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [National Museums & Galleries on Merseyside](https://appshunter.io/developer/847763463)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Medical
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.33/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.5 · 31 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2014-10-07
- Data updated: 2026-06-23
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-house-of-memories/id847763460/reviews.md

## What is My House of Memories?

Has your life been touched by dementia? Download My House of Memories today and start exploring the past together with family, friends and carers.

Look through pictures of inspiring objects from a range of museums from across the decades to bring back great memories, brought to life with sound, music, and descriptions. My House of Memories is a great way to spend time together with loved ones, and stay more connected to one another. 

Reminisce together while you browse a range of everyday objects, like cinema tickets, a Singer sewing machine and a 10-shilling note. Save your favourite museum objects to a digital memory tree, digital memory box or timeline, to come back to your favourite objects whenever you want. Start exploring now!

Find out more about living well with dementia and supporting a loved one through activities you can do together. It’s easy to use for family members of all ages - the little ones will love it too!

Created by National Museums Liverpool, My House of Memories allows you to explore objects from the past and share memories together. The first app of its kind anywhere in the world, it is designed for, and with, people living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, and their carers - but can be used by anyone! Download My House of Memories today!

EXPLORE MUSEUM OBJECTS FROM THE PAST
Travel through history by exploring fascinating objects from world-class museums, whether you’re interested in collections from local towns or further abroad. Create your own personal museum!
- Objects spanning the decades 1920s – 1980s
- Items from a range of museums, at your fingertips
- Stimulate memory and conversation

THEMED CONTENT
Find objects that relate to your own life history, identity, and favourite hobbies
- Range of themes available including ‘Work and Family Life’, ‘Music and Entertainment’ and ‘Sports and Hobbies’
- Find cultural objects that have personal significance in packs such as ‘Irish Connections’, ‘African and Caribbean Life in Britain’ and ‘Memories of London’
- Save your favourite packs by making a personal profile to come back to them at any time!

EASY-TO-USE DESIGN
Anyone can use the app, with simple touch screen controls to empower people living with dementia to explore the app by themselves.
- ‘Read aloud’ option for people who prefer to listen than read
- Informative hints prompt users and remind them what the objects are
- Enjoy a rich, multisensory experience and bring objects from history to life with sound and animation
- ‘Music box’ function plays a selection of music provided by the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, to engage loved ones with songs that bring back great memories

ACTIVITIES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
Enjoy spending time together, exploring objects and making memories 
- Collect your favourite objects and display them in a memory tree, box, or timeline to spark discussion with others
- Teach children about family history with informative object descriptions from a range of museums
- Easily export your memory tree, box, or timeline to share with others

RESOURCES FOR CARERS
Access helpful information about dementia (including Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia and other forms of dementia) and feel supported as you care for your loved one: 
- Dementia awareness guide and informative videos to help carers and family members
- Tips and ideas for fun activities together for people living with dementia
- My House of Memories promotes living well with dementia

My House of Memories also has a ‘My Memories’ feature, which enables you to safely and privately add your own photos to the app, to share precious personal memories with those living with dementia. Create your own library of memories!

By downloading the My House of Memories app, you agree to abide by our Acceptable Use policy.

## Key features

- Explore museum objects from 1920s-1980s
- Themed content packs for personal relevance
- Multisensory experience with sound and animation
- Digital memory tree, box, and timeline
- Read aloud option
- Music box function with orchestral music

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-house-of-memories/id847763460/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Memory tech

*2014-11-17, version 0.94*

Great app for developing memory resources for people with dementia. Especially as it is free.
Only problem is that it took ages to download onto iPad, but was worth it in the end.

### 5/5 — Fabulous app

*2014-05-03, version 0.90*

This is the most easily accessible and well designed app for the elderly with dementia to re-engine precious memories. Fantastic idea with a fabulous execution!

## Frequently asked questions about My House of Memories

### What is My House of Memories?

My House of Memories is a free app designed to help people living with dementia and their carers explore historical museum objects to evoke memories and foster connection. It offers a multisensory experience with sounds, music, and descriptions.

### Who is My House of Memories for?

While specifically designed for individuals with dementia or Alzheimer's disease and their carers, the app is suitable for family members of all ages, including children, to use together.

### Can I save my favorite objects in My House of Memories?

Yes, you can save your favorite museum objects to a digital memory tree, digital memory box, or timeline within the app. This allows you to easily revisit them whenever you wish.

### Does My House of Memories have ads?

No, My House of Memories does not contain advertisements. It is a completely free application developed by National Museums Liverpool.

### What kind of museum objects can I find in My House of Memories?

The app features objects from the decades 1920s to 1980s, spanning a range of museums. These include everyday items like cinema tickets and sewing machines, as well as culturally significant items.

### Does My House of Memories offer offline access?

The provided data does not specify whether My House of Memories offers offline access. It is recommended to check the app store listing or contact the developer for this information.

### How often is My House of Memories updated?

My House of Memories was last updated on April 28, 2026, with version 7.0.20. This indicates a relatively recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.

### What is the age rating for My House of Memories?

My House of Memories has an age rating of 4+, making it appropriate for children and adults alike. This rating suggests content suitable for a broad audience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 8.0.0 — 2026-06-19

Stability and performance improvements, including fixes for crashes when changing region and on the activity download screen. Updated for the latest devices.

### 7.0.20 — 2026-04-28

Stability fixes:
• Fixed an occasional crash when starting a Box playback activity.
• Improved navigation reliability during first-time language and country setup.
• Behind-the-scenes updates to the testing infrastructure.

### 7.0.15 — 2025-08-12

Updated with support for new devices.

### 7.0.12 — 2023-10-20

Fixed an issue where credits may not display on slow internet connections.

### 7.0.11 — 2023-09-22

Minor bug fixes

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