Did you know that statistically a third of all seniors age 65 and older will suffer from an accident from a fall or other injury sustained in the home? It is true that as a natural part of aging we become less sure in our movements and what used to be easy tasks take on… [Continue]
When Do I Need to Get a Medical Alarm?
Introduction There are commercials that advertise the need for everyone, or at least those ages 65 and older, to get a medical alert system in order to protect themselves in the case that something unfortunate were to happen. Is it really true that once you turn a certain age you need to buy services and… [Continue]
Using a Medical Alarm as a Way to Stay Independent
It happens to everybody. We age and our bodies begin to break down. Some people begin this process sooner than others and for some the aging of the body seems sudden and surprising. Before we know it we get to the point that even the slightest fall could warrant a trip to the emergency room… [Continue]
What to Look for in a Medical Alarm Company
When you decide to spend the money to ensure your senior’s (or your self) safety, but hiring a medical alarm monitoring company, you need to make sure they have a great monitoring center. After all, what good would it do to push a button for help if no one gets the call, or is paying… [Continue]
Which Medical Alarm Company is Right?
There are literally dozens of different national and local medical alarm companies available for you to choose from. Some advertise on television while others gain their business from word of mouth. With so many options available it is hard to know which one is best. However, by knowing what is most important to you in… [Continue]
What Qualifies You to Own a Medical Alert?
Medical alerts are a good idea for everyone to have. Unfortunately they are not free and thus it becomes necessary to really be sure that you need one before investing your money in a medical alert service. To summarize quickly, a medical alert is a device that involves a pendant that is worn at all… [Continue]
Who Needs a Medical Alert?
A medical alert is a tool that gives peace of mind to people at any age. Medical alerts are not necessarily just for the elderly or the disabled. Some perfectly healthy people who are looking for added protection can also benefit from a medical alert. With so many benefits and reasons for having a medical… [Continue]
Why You Need a Medical Alert
We all age and as a result our health is more easily compromised. The correlation between age and injury, increase in required medications, illness, disease, etc. is unpleasant but unfortunately all too present for some. Although you or a loved one are fortunate enough to not be touched by some of the more common illnesses… [Continue]