1. Automatic fall detection is an integral component of medical alert systems, contributing to better health outcomes by shortening hospital stays and supporting faster recoveries.
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3. Top-rated medical alert systems connect within 60 seconds to an emergency response specialist trained to respond in case of an emergency situation. Choose one with reliable response times and outstanding customer support for optimal performance.
4. Unaliwear
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6. Unaliwear's elegant watch is the first medical alert device with automatic fall detection built right into it. Connected via Wi-Fi in your home and the Verizon 4G/5G cellular network nationwide, this watch gives continuous protection at home or when out and about. In an emergency situation, this watch automatically contacts a U.S.-based monitoring operator who provides them with your contact info, current location and any relevant health data necessary for assistance dispatch (press button or voice command like: "Fred Astaire get me help!). medical alert necklace You can summon help by pressing button or using voice command (like: "Fred Astaire get me help!").
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8. Kanega Watch specializes in smartwatches for seniors, offering several models with built-in falls detection. Inspired by her aging mother, Jean Anne Booth designed each device ensuring it would be practical in real life and comfortable for her mother to wear. In contrast to most of the systems we tested, charging overnight wasn't required of Kanega Watch users--an important consideration given most falls occur at night--plus it features quick swap batteries to eliminate having a backup ready when one dies out.
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10. Testing revealed that this device offered quick response times and highly accurate GPS tracking capabilities, with price lock guarantee protection that prevents monthly monitoring fees from increasing during your contract - no long-term commitment necessary! Furthermore, coverage may be available through Medicare Advantage plans, long-term care insurance or health savings accounts.
11. SkyAngel
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13. SkyAngel is a fully waterproof medical alert mobile device you can wear around your neck or belt clip, designed as a medical alert mobile device. No smartphone pairing is required, as emergency cellular service connects it directly with call centers when its help button is pressed, while GPS helps 911 dispatchers find you quickly in life-threatening emergencies where speech cannot.
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15. Fall detection sensors can sometimes misread minor movements like bending over or getting out of bed as falls, setting off false alarms. Medical alert systems typically come equipped with disclaimers in case this happens and their call center operators are trained to deal with such instances so you or the person you care for won't wait long before getting assistance.
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17. Most of the seven brands reviewed by Consumer Reports offer monitored systems, which connect push button callers with live individuals around the clock. Monitored systems often carry monthly fees; most brands charge more for monitored than unmonitored devices; some, like Unaliwear's sleek smartwatch are slightly less costly but don't include fall detection capabilities; interestingly enough, while CR members with monitored systems reported paying monthly service fees while 96% said they did not incur fees whatsoever for unmonitored systems.
18. LifeAlert
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20. LifeAlert has become one of the most recognized medical alert systems in America due to their long-running commercials. Unfortunately, we do not recommend LifeAlert due to slow response times and high monthly fees; other systems offer shorter response times, lower prices, no contracts and modern features like caregiver apps and fall detection.
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22. When activating the help button of a medical alert device, a monitoring center staff member will talk with you directly through either a wearable pendant or home base station and decide if connecting with emergency contacts or calling 911 is best. If accidentally activating it by mistake, simply inform them it was accidental activation and they will remain connected until emergency services arrive.
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24. Some medical alert systems come equipped with mobile buttons you can take with you wherever you go, often equipped with GPS technology for continuous location sharing with monitoring centers - this can prove especially helpful when communicating is difficult or nonexistent, although other systems only share your location when an emergency button is pressed; this may shorten its battery life significantly.
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26. Before choosing a medical alert system provider, it's essential to understand their upfront equipment and activation fees, which could total over $200. To gain an idea of their costs compared with those of other companies, pretend purchasing online and viewing the breakdown of expenditure on the final purchase page - this can give an accurate picture.
27. Bay Alarm Medical
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29. Bay Alarm Medical is one of the more cost-effective medical alert systems, offering more features such as fall detection than Life Alert. Furthermore, with no contracts in place and its no-contract policy and ability to add services such as spouse coverage or caregiver apps.
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31. All of the company's in-home security systems come equipped with 24/7 monitoring and can be upgraded with automatic fall detection for an extra $10 per month. This feature uses sensors to detect downward movement, and will call for help if it doesn't detect activity within five seconds - perfect for people who have fallen or wish to prevent falls but who may not be able to press their buttons themselves.
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34. Bay Alarm Medical's mobile devices feature automatic fall detection technology, including its latest offering: SOS Micro. This small alert device can be worn as a pendant, wristband or clipped to pants for two-way communication; ideal for people who require discreet alert devices.
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36. Price comparison: Although more costly than competitors, this company provides flexible payment plans - quarterly and annually payments as well as offering a 15-day free trial with no long-term contracts to sign. Customers can return equipment or cancel services with a prorated refund for all services purchased within 15 days.
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38. Homepage: https://getfamilyr.com/medical-alert/