Fall Alarms For Elderly People

We have all heard about the horror stories of people who have fallen and not been able to call for help. This is where the fall detection alarm comes in.





Many medical alert systems come with the option of a fall detection pendant that can be worn on a lanyard. This will automatically detect a fall and contact a monitoring centre for help.

Easy to Install

A personal alarm with fall detection is an excellent way to prevent life-changing accidents for elderly people. They support independent living while providing the reassurance that help is just a button press away. When choosing a fall prevention alarm, it is important to find one that is easy to install and use. This will ensure that the elderly person feels comfortable wearing the pendant around their neck, and is able to call for help without any problems.

A fall detection device works by using an advanced motion sensor to detect any movement in the room. This technology is now sufficiently reliable that most medical alert companies feel confident enough to include it in their devices. However, the user will still need to press their help button manually after a fall in order for a call to be placed to the monitoring centre.

Look for a company that offers clear pricing and transparent fees for monthly monitoring, equipment, activation and cancellation. Avoid any companies that make claims about 100% accuracy of their fall detection system as this is likely to be false advertising.

Tunstall Healthcare offer a simple at-home fall alarm and mobile system that includes automatic fall detection. Their system is linked to a 24/7 monitoring centre and has an at-home base unit and wearable pendant that work together. The system also has a large SOS button on the pendant that is easier to reach for those with limited dexterity. It is compatible with a wide range of Tunstall medical alarm accessories and works UK-wide.

Detects a Fall

When a fall alarm senses that someone has fallen, it will automatically1 call for help, even if the user can’t push their button or is unconscious. The system will contact a monitoring center where an agent will ask for their location and if needed, send an ambulance.

This is one of the most important benefits for elderly residents in long-term care facilities, as falls are often a sign of serious health issues such as stroke and heart disease. Having a fall detection device will make it easier for nurses to respond quickly when a resident needs medical assistance.

It is also helpful for people with conditions such as epilepsy and dementia, as they may experience sudden changes in movement or level of consciousness which could lead to a fall. Fall detectors can help them feel more confident to remain at home or in their community, knowing that a rapid response from the alarm is only a button push away.

Many medical alert providers offer both at-home and mobile systems with fall detection. Bay Alarm Medical is a good option for customers looking to keep their loved ones protected at home or on the go. They have five different medical alert systems to choose from and you can add fall detection to any of them for just $10 a month.

Calls for Help

Usually worn around the neck as a pendant, these fall alarms enable users to call for help if they are unable to reach a telephone. The system will then alert the monitoring centre who will contact a pre-programmed list of emergency contacts or call the ambulance if necessary. This feature is particularly helpful for people who have a limited mobility and may struggle to press the help button themselves after a fall or other medical emergency.

Some medical alert systems also include automatic fall detection as an optional extra, meaning that even if you’re unconscious or unable to press the help button on your own after a fall, the system will still send out an alert. This is a fantastic addition to any medical alert system and is why we highly recommend choosing one of these models with this added safety feature.

Your Stride offer both pendant and smartwatch style fall alarms, both of which are available in a range of colours and styles. The company is one of the most stylish providers on the market, and they’re also well known for their exceptional customer service. As a bonus, their devices are digital, so will be unaffected by the impending switchover from analogue to digital phone networks that BT are currently carrying out across the UK. This means that they’ll continue to work as usual through December 2025 and beyond.

Monitors the User

Fall detection is a feature that comes with some medical alert systems and some monitoring apps. It works in the same way as a button-activated system, but instead of the user having to press a button themselves (which could be difficult if they are disoriented or unconscious after the fall) the app can send an automatic call for help if it senses that a fall has happened. Many of these systems also let the user customize who will be called in their emergency responder list, which is great because not every situation requires a call for an ambulance or the fire department.

These systems can also be used in conjunction with a mobile phone, so the user can have a two-way communication device with them at all times to speak to the monitoring center or their emergency contact if they need help. Many of these devices also have a GPS feature that lets them locate the person who has fallen, which is useful if they have gone outside of their home.

This kind of technology can offer your family peace of mind, especially if you are living alone and are at risk of falling or a loved one is in a care facility where the fall rates are high. However, reducing these falls requires a multi-pronged approach by staff and a clear focus on the safety of residents.