1. Fall detection technology may not always be 100% accurate, but it's still an invaluable feature that offers peace of mind as you age in place. Many home and on-the-go devices reviewed include fall detection as an add-on.
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3. As part of your search, look for devices with strong battery life and few false alarms, as well as check equipment and activation fees which could vary in cost.
4. Cost
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6. Fall detection systems offer seniors and their caregivers invaluable peace of mind, but they may cause false alarms if their sensors detect movements that activate too soon.
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8. Choose a provider with an exceptional warranty and replacement plan should the device become damaged or lost.
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10. Medical Alert was our top pick in our affordability category due to its reasonable start-up costs for in-home and mobile devices as well as add-on costs, making them easy to fit any budget. Furthermore, its price lock guarantee prevents your monthly monitoring rate from increasing over time - making this company ideal for anyone searching for an all-encompassing home or mobile system with fall detection capabilities.
11. Features
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13. Bay Alarm Medical provides devices and solutions to fit every budget, from simple in-home systems to technologically advanced smartwatch devices. Additionally, they offer various add-ons like reliable fall detection for one-time fees compared to competitors' monthly costs.
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15. As opposed to unmonitored systems that directly call 911, our best medical alert system with fall detection is professionally monitored and provides access to representatives at any time of the day or night. It's an ideal solution for older adults who find smartphones confusing or are unfamiliar with technology.
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17. As reported in our survey of Consumer Report members, most users indicated their devices never malfunctioned and when they did, only had low rates of malfunction. However, malfunctioning was more frequent among unmonitored devices - particularly those costing under $20.00 monthly to operate without connection to a monitoring center.
18. Convenience
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20. Medical alert systems can ease anxiety about falling and give those who live alone an increase in independence so they can spend more time with loved ones and friends.
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22. Many systems are monitored, meaning the call button connects directly with a live operator who is available 24/7 and able to assess any incidents that might require emergency services or specific family members in case of accidents.
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24. St Johns medical alarms Some providers provide flexible payment plans and free ground shipping with several of their systems, like Medical Care Alert's plan with fall detection and lockbox. Medical Care Alert has exceptional customer satisfaction ratings while their prices are very competitive.
25. Reliability
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28. Medical alert devices often work well, yet can occasionally be inaccurate. This is particularly the case when their fall detection feature is accidentally activated - this happened to my grandmother when she accidentally dropped it on the floor and it called for help even though she hadn't fallen. Therefore it is crucial that consumers review each company's reputation in this area; specifically for transparent pricing structures and easy-to-understand contracts.
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30. Medical Alert won top marks in this category for providing economical in-home and mobile security systems with add-on devices at competitive prices, as well as flexible payment plans such as monthly, quarterly and annual payment plans that give customers flexibility. According to our member survey results, Medical Alert had one of the lowest malfunction rates among all brands; we also appreciated its bundled packages of devices and compatible accessories which make finding an appropriate match easier.
31. 24/7 Monitoring
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33. Medical alert systems with 24-hour monitoring centers that can send emergency responders in case of a fall are the ideal solutions, according to our reviewers. When selecting a provider for this feature, they should have attained CSAA Five Diamond certification - this industry standard sets an acceptable bar.
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35. Members who use medical alert systems can view our exclusive survey results, which demonstrate that most brands' devices are reliable and rarely malfunction, though our findings indicate some companies--like Lifeline and its competitor GreatCall Mobile (Lively)--had higher malfunction rates than others.
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37. GetSafe excels in our categories for Extra Costs, In-Home Systems and Mobile Systems due to its unbeatably low monthly rates - among the lowest among our top picks - while discounts for annual payments bring them even further down. Its systems are user-friendly too: landline or cellular in-home/on-the-go base stations pair seamlessly with standard or voice activated wall buttons for simple deployment and management.
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