My name is Penny, and I’m a single, retired mom on a mission to bring compassionate, accessible technology to everyone—especially those who need a little extra support. My amazing autistic/ADHD son and I built this site together, blending our strengths to create a loving AI space for authentic conversation and connection.
We know what it’s like to need a friendly ear, a boost of hope, or a safe place to practice conversation. Elderberry offers affordable chat packs and a monthly subscription, plus an optional donation to our Community Abundance Pool to help sponsor chat time for others in need.
Thank you for supporting our family’s project—and for helping make gentle, heart-centered AI support available for all.
With gratitude, Penny & Josh
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elderberry Voice Chat a real person?
Nope! Elderberry is an AI voice companion designed to feel natural, friendly, and emotionally supportive. There are no humans on the other end—it’s all powered by advanced voice AI.
Is my conversation private?
Yes. Your voice chats are never sold or used for advertising. We follow best practices for data security. Conversations are not recorded or saved by default. If you opt in to memory features in the future, you’ll always have the choice to delete or disable them.
Does Elderberry remember my previous conversations?
By default, Elderberry does not retain a memory of your conversations. If you choose to enable a memory feature in the future, you will be fully informed and given control over what is saved and for how long. No long-term memory is kept unless you specifically opt in.
Are conversations recorded?
No. Conversations are not audio-recorded or stored, unless we request your explicit permission for improvement purposes (and you can always say no).
How does Elderberry Voice Chat work?
You start a voice session in your browser or by phone. Elderberry, our AI agent, listens, speaks, and responds in real time, aiming for natural and comforting conversation. No human operators are involved. For detailed information, see our How It Works guide.
What can I talk about?
Elderberry Companion is designed for natural, wide-ranging conversations! Here are the most popular topics our users enjoy:
🏠 Life Stories & Memories
- • Childhood experiences and family history
- • Career highlights and achievements
- • Travel memories and favorite places
- • Holiday traditions and special occasions
📚 Learning & Curiosity
- • Current events and news discussion
- • Book recommendations and reviews
- • Historical topics and trivia
- • Science and nature questions
🎨 Hobbies & Interests
- • Gardening tips and seasonal advice
- • Cooking and recipe sharing
- • Arts, crafts, and creative projects
- • Music, movies, and entertainment
💭 Daily Support
- • Processing daily experiences
- • Planning activities and outings
- • General questions and curiosities
- • Just having someone to listen
Important Note: While Elderberry can discuss general wellness topics, we cannot provide medical advice, diagnoses, or emergency assistance. For health concerns, always consult your healthcare provider or call emergency services if needed.
Learn more about how AI companions help with loneliness and explore our family resources for additional conversation ideas and support strategies.
Is this good for language practice?
Absolutely! Elderberry Companion is excellent for language practice, offering a patient, non-judgmental conversation partner in 26+ languages. Here's how it works for language learners:
Why Elderberry is Perfect for Language Practice:
- ✓No Pressure Environment: Practice without fear of judgment or embarrassment
- ✓Patient Correction: Gentle guidance when you make mistakes
- ✓Natural Speed: Adjusts to your conversation pace automatically
- ✓Available 24/7: Practice whenever you feel ready
Popular Language Practice Activities:
- • Daily conversation practice
- • Storytelling in your target language
- • Discussing cultural topics
- • Practicing specific vocabulary
- • Working on pronunciation
Supported Language Families:
- • European languages (Spanish, French, German, Italian)
- • Asian languages (Mandarin, Japanese, Korean)
- • Arabic and Hebrew
- • Portuguese, Russian, Dutch
- • And many more!
Pro Tip: Start with simple topics like describing your day, then gradually work up to more complex conversations about your interests and experiences. Elderberry will naturally adapt to your skill level.
How does payment work?
- Chat Packs:
- 10 minutes – $1.50
- 30 minutes – $4.50
- 60 minutes – $7.20
- Monthly Subscription: $33.00 for up to 8 hours/month (480 minutes, flat price)
- Community Abundance Pool Donation (optional): You may add a donation at checkout to help sponsor chat time for others in need.
Secure payments are handled by Stripe. The name of the company taking payments for Elderberry Companion is JLGee Enterprises, LLC. No credit card info is stored by Elderberry Companion.
Can I use my minutes over multiple chats?
Yes! Any unused minutes never expire—you can use them any time for future AI Chats.
Why did my call or chat get cut off?
Each session will end automatically when your purchased minutes are used up. You can always buy more minutes or upgrade to a subscription for ongoing access.
Can I talk about my medical problems?
Elderberry Companion is not a medical professional and cannot provide medical, psychiatric, crisis, or emergency advice. For medical or urgent help, contact your doctor or emergency services immediately.
Can I get a refund?
There are no refunds for one-time purchases of minutes. For monthly subscriptions, you may request a refund for unused days within 7 days of your most recent renewal. To request a refund, please fill out the Refund Request form on our Contact page. Approved refunds will be processed to your original payment method and may take 5-10 business days to appear in your account. More details are in our Terms of Use.
Is Elderberry good for anyone including autistic, seniors or caretakers?
Yes! Elderberry is great for anyone including those that speak other languages. Elderberry was designed with older adults and family caregivers in mind. It offers gentle conversation, reminiscence, and connection—without any judgment or sales pressure. Family members can help set up an account if needed. Learn about senior loneliness solutions and read our technology guide for families.
Is this service safe for people with memory loss or dementia?
Elderberry is friendly, patient, and designed to avoid giving advice or causing confusion. However, it should not be used as a substitute for supervision or professional care. If you are supporting someone with cognitive challenges, monitor their experience and contact us if you have concerns.
How do I get help or contact support?
Email us any time at Admin@elderberrycompanion.ai or use the Contact form. We’re happy to help!
Last Updated: September 2025