EchoCare

Inspiration

The inspiration for EchoCare came from seeing loved ones struggle with dementia, where forgotten conversations and confusion often lead to isolation. We wanted to build a compassionate, tech-driven solution to help preserve everyday interactions and offer both memory support and peace of mind.

What it does

EchoCare is an AI-powered app that:

• Transcribes daily conversations into readable text
• Analyzes them using NLP to extract key information
• Automatically generates to-do lists and memory cues
• Supports caregivers with insights, all while keeping data secure and private

How we built it

• Frontend: React.js for the interface, focusing on accessibility
• Backend: Node.js with Express to handle API calls
• AI/NLP: Integrated Google Speech-to-Text and natural language models for summarization
• Database: MongoDB for secure user data storage
• Privacy: End-to-end encryption for user trust and HIPAA-compliant practices

Challenges we ran into

• Handling noisy audio in real-world scenarios
• Keeping the app lightweight yet functional for older devices
• Ensuring AI-generated tasks remained contextually accurate
• Building a UI intuitive for elderly users without tech experience

Accomplishments that we're proud of

• A fully working prototype that transcribes and summarizes in real time
• Creating a seamless experience for both patients and caregivers
• Designing an interface that respects user dignity and simplicity
• Implementing strong data privacy features from the ground up

What we learned

• The importance of empathetic design when working with vulnerable users
• Advanced speech-to-text and NLP integration
• Best practices for health-tech data privacy
• How to balance technical performance with emotional impact

What's next for EchoCare

• Adding voice-based reminders and calendar syncing
• Expanding to multi-language support for broader accessibility
• Integrating caregiver dashboards for shared memory tracking
• Partnering with health orgs to pilot in real-world care settings

Built With

• express.js
• jwt
• mongodb-atlas-(free-tier)
• n8n
• node.js
• openai-(free-tier)
• react.js
• tailwind-css
• vite
• web-speech-api