Medical Alert Devices for Elderly Parents and Caregivers
Medical alert devices provide seniors with a means of calling for help when experiencing health-related emergencies, including falls or medical emergencies. Also known as personal emergency response systems (PERS), these devices connect seniors directly to a monitoring center through buttons worn around their neck or wrist and connect them directly with emergency response centers through buttons connected by wire. They're great solutions for people living alone who worry about falling or becoming trapped inside during an emergency - the call can go directly to 911, family members or monitoring companies; some even offer fall detection add-ons which detect falls and initiate calls automatically for help from monitoring companies;
As once mocked by humorists, these systems have grown increasingly popular due to an aging population and technological innovations making them easier for users. Sales are projected to reach $21.6 billion by 2020 according to some marketing research estimates; with such popularity comes an explosion of options and features.
Medical alert systems typically consist of an at-home base unit and wearable help button; some models feature pendants or bracelets while others can be clipped directly onto clothing. Some systems even include mobile buttons that work on 4G cellular networks that can be used away from home; these systems may even include GPS tracking that pinpoints your exact location so emergency services can reach you when necessary.
personal alarms for seniors Medical alert systems offer more than just emergency help: some feature voice command capabilities to allow users to speak directly with the monitor through a medical alert necklace or wristband, giving an added level of independence for many seniors.
Senior citizens living alone often fear falling. A medical alert system can provide peace of mind while also helping reduce costs related to elder care by helping seniors live at home for longer and avoiding costly hospital visits or long-term care facilities.
Most importantly, these systems save lives by shortening response times in medical or physical emergencies. While a medical alert system should not be seen as a replacement for 911 in serious emergencies, its help button usually calls a monitoring company rather than emergency services; according to one Checkbook study testing nine medical alert systems used for testing monitoring companies' response times via callers; its average response time was about 30 seconds on average.
Engaging your elderly parents in an open discussion regarding life-saving devices will enable them to understand the advantages, and ensure they use their alarm system effectively for maximum safety and convenience. Discussing financial assistance options as Medicare does not cover this expense - although long-term care insurance plans may provide partial reimbursement.
