Elderly Emergency Panic Response Assistance

A Medical Alert system

A medical alert system — often referred to as a personal emergency response system (PERS), medical emergency response system (MERS), health monitor or fall monitor — can provide increased independence for loved ones and peace of mind for family caregivers. How do you find the one that's best for your situation? It can be complicated. Medical alert systems have evolved far beyond a basic, wearable device (like a bracelet or pendant) with a button that triggers a call to a response center in case of emergency.

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PERS

What do you need it to do?

  • Fall detection. Falls — something 1 in 4 Americans over age 65 experiences every year, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention — are perhaps the most common motivator for obtaining a medical alert system.

  • Call for help. Devices with help buttons can connect the wearer to a live person at a response center or to emergency services such as the police or fire department. The button sends a signal to a base unit connected to a phone, which makes the call.

  • Medical monitoring. Some systems can be set to monitor vital signs and provide medication reminders.

  • Cellular. Mobile MERS can be used anywhere cellular service is available.

  • Location detection and tracking. A device with GPS is especially useful if your loved one is still driving and relatively independent.

  • In-car. These compact devices plug into your vehicle's 12V power outlet (what used to be the cigarette lighter) and have GPS capability. Some can be connected to a smartphone via Bluetooth.

  • Movement monitoring. Motion detectors and beacons track movement in the home.

  • Daily check-in services. Some monitoring companies will check in with your loved one every day, electronically or via a live phone call.

  • Activity and fitness tracking. These have features like step counters to monitor healthy activity and fitness goals.

  • Virtual family connections. Some systems enable users to make or receive ordinary calls, making it easy for family members and friends to check in.

  • Display time. Alert devices might include a watch feature. Or vice versa: Some smart watches include health monitoring and fall-detection apps.

  • Home security monitoring. The system detects danger from fire, smoke and carbon monoxide.


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