
Before ordering a medical alert for your dad, talk to him about what alert button he thinks would work best for him. He has two options to choose from: the necklace and the wristband. While both come with different benefits we universally recommend choosing the medical alert necklace since it is more accessible during a fall. Honestly though, it comes down to which alert button dad thinks he'll be more happy wearing. He has to wear that alert button at all times in his home - might as well be the one that he likes and is comfortable for him!
[Read More...]A lot of our customers end up ordering an extra emergency alert button for their home. This is often good just in case you misplace the main button that you use and need a backup while you search around for it. If you end up finding a misplaced medical alert button after several months or a couple years though, how do you know it is still working? The best way to know if any part of your system is operational is to test it. Don't hesitate to test that medical alert anytime you wonder "is this machine working?"… You don't even have to test it on your own. Just give us a call at the customer service office and ask us to help you test your system. We will supervise to make sure everything goes smoothly while you press that emergency alert button and speak to our operator over the medical alert speaker. We want you to feel comfortable using that system! And testing it regularly to know that it is working is all part of that!
[Read More...]Its important to always think about your situation and what you need - sometimes your health can change awfully suddenly and its good to be prepared. Seniors who live with family are often less likely to feel the need to have a medical alert in their home. While its nice to have family around through part of the day, chances are you spend a number of hours each day alone. Emergencies can happen at anytime. This could be when a family member is around and able to help or it could be when you are alone. You could have a fall when it is late at night and everyone else is asleep. If falls or medical emergencies are a concern, don't wait to get yourself protected. A medical alert helps immediately to get you help instead of waiting to be discovered by a family member or hollering and hoping someone hears you. Whether you are alone or home with family all you would need to do is press the medical alert button to get the help you need. It's a smart idea for all seniors.
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