Suppose you fell, but were fortunate that a close friend was visiting you when this happened. Within minutes, your friend called 911. A short time later, you were in the hospital emergency room. You were lucky, as your only injury was a sprained ankle. A few days later, you forgot all about it as you… [Continue]
Watch Out for the Latest Senior Scam Using Medical Alert Devices
Preying on the youth and the elderly – it’s hard to imagine what lack of conscious it takes to do such things. Unfortunately, these two groups of the populace are the most targeted by scammers, thieves, and predators of all sorts. The latest in the attempt to unwittingly get to senior’s pocketbooks is a phone… [Continue]
How To Convince Your Parents To Get A Medical Alert System
When your parents are elderly or have critical medical conditions, it’s natural for you to worry about them. Because you realize how serious the issue is, you want them to prepare in case of an emergency. If your parents fall or get sick while they’re home alone, what are they going to do? A medical… [Continue]
When Neighbors and Friends Aren’t Enough
When Claudia’s mother died last year, her father seemed to handle the loss better than she had expected. During her weekly Sunday visits, she surreptitiously checked to see if there were groceries in the fridge and clean clothes in his closet. Satisfied that he was managing on his own, she resisted the urge to worry…. [Continue]
How To Talk To Your Loved One about Personal Response Systems
Aging does not necessarily mean that one must lose their state of independence, but bringing up the topic of a medical alert system to your aging parent or loved one can be intimidating regardless of how sparkling your relationship may be. Unfortunately, there are times when you simply cannot be available to render aid, especially… [Continue]
Medical Alert System: Options at Your Disposal
Many seniors don't want to give up their independence, but they still want to be safe while living in their own homes. A medical alarm system can make this possible, and it is becoming more and more popular across the country. This is a simple technology to use, and seniors will be sure that at… [Continue]
Do Your Part to Make Your Medical Alert Reliable!
Although a medical alert system is an extremely low maintenance device, it's very important to check the device regularly for proper operations. Just like anything that your life depends on, you have to make sure that it's in good working order Most devices have a battery that will last at least a year, but you'll need… [Continue]
Ordering a Medical Alert Before its Ever Needed
It's vital to peace of mind that your loved ones be protected, and there's no better protection for your parents or other family members than the security of a medical alert in the house. By allowing a fallen individual to reach for remote help in a timely manner after a fall or other accident, chances… [Continue]