A memory assist apparatus includes a detection circuit and a compensation circuit. The invention includes a first rigid enclosure that has four walls and a floor with the front wall capable of being positioned at an upper level equal to the remaining walls or at a second lower level. The insert light mounting bracket has an elongated insert with a tangential extrusion with holes for mounting to a surface or structure and gripping points for receiving lights. Thus, the cost andor weight associated with each of the components comprising the system may be reduced. The soldering portions are located on a same plane.