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Why You Should Invest in a Medical Alert System Now

12/3/2021

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Time is of the essence whenever you experience a fall or when your loved one does. Falls can occur at any age, but they become more of a threat when you age. Even if you fall with no injury, you can get some psychological effects. A fall can cause a broken bone, fear of future falls, or even head injuries.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 95% of hip fractures are from falling. Having a medical alert system can help create a level of safety at the touch of a button. These systems help deliver fast medical support when you are alone. Besides, they can help seniors maintain their independence by allowing them to age in their homes peacefully.

​​What is a medical alert system?

​A medical alert system can help seniors stay independent while overcoming the fear of falls. The system is also known as a fall button or a personal emergency response system. The device is a state-of-the-art communication and computer system. Nowadays, there are two types of systems to consider, mobile systems and in-home systems.

Using a Medical Alert System

A mobile medical alert system is something you can carry with you anywhere. In an emergency, you only push a button that alerts the call center. Here, a live agent will call the emergency medical personnel or your emergency contact number. Most of these call centers operate 24/7, thus ensuring that you always have a connection to a live agent.

On the other hand, an in-home medical alert system features two components, a pendant with a button and a console. You can wear the pendant or the help button around your neck, belt, or wrist. On the other hand, a console is a base unit used to monitor your home electronically, and it’s plugged in a wall outlet with a telephone jack.

Functions of a Medical Alert System

You will find plenty of medical alert systems in the market nowadays. These systems will have different options that vary depending on your price point and needs. The most common functions of the monitoring system will include:
  • Equipment – An in-home medical alert system will include the base station. All the other systems will have cellular coverage, a battery pack, and a long-life battery.
  • Connectivity – Most medical alert system companies will have different connectivity functionality, including VoIP, landline, and cellular technology.
  • Pricing and contracts – Pricing will vary from one medical alert system to another. A good plan ought to have an annual contract without any cancellation fees.
  • Customer support – Most medical alert devices will have technical support professionals. These professionals help respond to all your medical emergencies.
  • Monitoring features – These systems also have a help button, a call centre, and a base station to help respond to any emergencies. These features guarantee your safety no matter your location.
  • Additional features – Some devices feature additional features at additional costs. These features include carbon monoxide detection, GPS tracking, personal directory assistance, fall detection, a smartphone app, fitness tracking, daily check-in services, medical monitoring, daily activity monitoring, and much more.

​Advantages of a Medical Alert System

There are plenty of advantages to owning a medical alert system. The first is independence – either option will help you live comfortably within your home longer. Therefore, you don’t need to depend on others. On the other hand, these devices provide rapid response to falls and all your health emergencies.

The devices help prevent any serious injuries. More so, you can purchase a medical alert system that’s tailored to your needs. It ensures that you can select the different functions you would like in the system. Most of these devices also provide you with ease of use. They feature a simple-to-push help button and a user-friendly system that will work for visually impaired people.

Medical alert devices provide you with assistance anywhere. Some systems will work only at your home, while others have GPS-enabled options to track you anywhere. Therefore, you can speak immediately to skilled medical personnel whenever you need assistance. Furthermore, the device will ensure that you can call for help even when your cell phone isn’t available.

These devices are also discrete because of their different portable buttons that you can wear inconspicuously around your waist, neck, or wrist. These devices are also affordable, with plenty of basic features like connectivity, monitoring, and check-in.

Therefore, you can enjoy some peace of mind with the device and know that you can access emergency aid 24 hours a day.
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