If the senior you care for relies on a medical alert device for their peace of mind, you’ll want to make sure that you and any other caregivers fully understand how it works. It’s especially important to note that these medical alert devices run on battery power if not plugged in, so you want to be aware Read more >>
Which is better in an emergency, a cell phone or a medical alert system? We will look at the pros and cons of each. You are the final arbiter in our cell phones vs. medical alert systems face-off, however, because the best device is the one you’re more likely to use. Cell Phones Many people Read more >>
If you’re shopping for a medical alert system, you probably have questions like “How does this work?” and “Is it reliable?” If you’re shopping for medical alert bracelets for women, you may also be wondering, “Are they comfortable?” and “Are they stylish?” How Do Medical Alert Bracelets Work? According to the Centers for Disease Control Read more >>
No one likes the idea of a loved one ending up in long-term care, but how do you keep Mom or Dad living at home safely? And how do you keep yourself from losing sleep worrying about them? Here are a few ways the elderly living alone can get some help, providing you some peace Read more >>
If you’re still looking for the perfect Mother’s Day gift for Mom, a medical alert system could be the answer.
Falls are a leading reason seniors call for emergency services. In 2011, emergency departments treated 2.4 million older adults for falls, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Although some falls may only result in minor injuries, more severe falls can cause head trauma, fractures, and other serious injuries. In fact, according to Read more >>
Older adults today are living longer and living more active lives than the generations before them. The Wall Street Journal’s MarketWatch notes that baby boomers are keenly interested in remaining stylish and fashionable, and this extends not only to clothing and accessories but to medical alert jewelry as well. Medical alert IDs and medical alert Read more >>