I am building a mobile application that helps family members communicate more effectively with loved-ones who are in residential care. The centerpiece of the product is a real-time conversation guidance engine that listens (with permission), interprets tone and content, and serves just-in-time prompts so relatives can keep every visit or call meaningful and reassuring. MEMORY BRIDGE — A family–resident connection app that gives families real-time conversation guidance, emotional support, and memory-based communication tools. 1. Core Purpose Help families connect deeply with loved ones who have dementia — even when words, memory, or recognition have changed. No app currently does this. 2. Core Features A. Visit Helper Before a visit, the user taps: “I’m visiting today.” The app instantly gives: * A simple activity to do * Safe conversation topics * A nostalgic prompt from the resident’s past * A calming Bible verse or encouragement (optional setting) Example output: “Talk about her childhood home. Show her a photo of a garden. Ask about her sister. Keep questions gentle.” B. Emotion & Behavior Interpreter Family enters what the loved one is doing: * Repeating * Asking to go home * Not recognizing you * Anxious * Silent * Confused The app explains: * Why this behavior happens * How to respond lovingly * What not to say * One sentence that always works Example: “She thinks she’s in another time. Sit beside her, hold her hand, and say: ‘You’re safe. I’m right here with you.’” C. Personal Memory Profile Family uploads: * Favorite foods * Songs * Hobbies * Childhood city * Loved ones’ names * Old photos * Cultural background * Important life events The app uses this info to generate: * Conversation topics * Reminiscence activities * Calming stories * Personalized support This becomes their Life Story that all family members can use. D. AI Conversation Generator Family taps: “I don’t know what to say.” And the app generates: * Gentle questions * Topics they love * Stories from their past * Things that will make them smile This solves the #1 issue families have during visits. E. “Bridge Moments” These are 30-second emotional connection ideas: * Hold their hand and hum a song * Read a small devotional * Bring a familiar scent (coffee, flowers) * Show a photo from the 1950s * Play a calming melody These are fun, gentle, and research-based. 3. Additional Features Optional but powerful: * Messaging between family & caregivers * Photo journal (“Mom smiled today…”) * Bible verse of the day for families who want faith included * Calming music suggestions * Appointment reminders 4. What Makes MEMORY BRIDGE Truly Unique No existing apps: * Give real-time conversation scripts * Explain behaviors on the spot * Use memory data to guide visits * Help families emotionally connect * Blend faith, science, and practical care * Focus on love-based communication, not just medical information This is 100% original. 5. My App Slogan Ideas Here are some options: “Where memories meet love.” “Connection doesn’t need memory.” “Guidance for every visit.” “Helping families feel close again.” “Bridging hearts through dementia.” Scope • Native support for both iOS and Android from a single, maintainable code-base (React Native or Flutter are fine; open to your recommendation). • Core module: microphone input, on-device NLP where possible, secure cloud fallback when needed, and an unobtrusive UI that delivers short, actionable prompts in real time. • Secondary modules to be phased in after the guidance engine is solid: mood check-ins for emotional support and a lightweight scrapbook that surfaces memories, photos, or anecdotes to spark conversation. Key considerations • Strict privacy: all audio processed with user consent, encrypted in transit and at rest. • Accessibility: large type, voice controls, WCAG-compliant color palette. • Maintainable architecture with clean separation between the conversation engine, UI components, and data layer; full documentation. Deliverables for this milestone 1. Functional MVP running on recent iOS and Android devices. 2. Source code in a private Git repository, readable and well-commented. 3. Basic test suite covering major flows plus a short video walkthrough. Acceptance criteria • Real-time prompts appear in under 800 ms on average when both devices are on Wi-Fi. • App passes App Store and Google Play privacy checks without objections. • No crashes during a 30-minute continuous test session on at least three device models per platform. If you have proven experience with on-device NLP, real-time audio processing, or cross-platform mobile frameworks, this project should feel right in your wheelhouse. Let’s create something that makes every family visit count.