1. Medical alert systems offer peace of mind to care providers caring for elderly parents or individuals needing additional peace of mind themselves. Today's devices are sleeker, smaller and more discreet than ever--plus some offer helpful features like fall detection.
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3. But they can still be expensive and long-term contracts are common. To reduce costs further, look for companies offering no upfront fees and promotional or lock-in discounts to keep prices as low as possible.
4. 1. LifeFone
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6. LifeFone provides an impressive selection of medical alert systems designed to fit a range of needs from basic to premium, from reliable performance and exceptional customer support.
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8. They provide both home landline and cell phone options with GPS functionality to those on the move, along with their Caregiver Tools app which enables loved ones to track activity, check battery levels and more.
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10. LifeFone operates its own TMA Five Diamond certified monitoring center, meaning their agents are trained to respond swiftly and accurately in emergencies. Furthermore, no equipment fees are charged with 30-day money-back guarantees available and an unlimited price lock guarantee that ensures monthly fees won't increase over time - plus there are discounts such as one month free when paying annually!
11. 2. SkyAngel
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13. SkyAngel was among the more expensive unmonitored systems we evaluated, but it offered many additional features than most devices reviewed - for instance, it allows multiple emergency contacts to be notified simultaneously rather than only being capable of alerting one person at once.
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15. This device offers emergency cellular service, making it the ultimate mobile medical alert system that you can take with you wherever life may take you.
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17. The device's only significant drawback is that 911 operators cannot identify your location through cell signal data; this could potentially pose problems during an emergency situation; however, this issue should be considered minor when considering all its other advantages.
18. 3. Kanega Watch
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20. Kanega Watch stands out for its ease and seamless protection. Both users and experts appreciate its attractive form, which reduces any stigma attached to medical alert devices while encouraging consistent wear. In emergencies, its always-on monitoring provides essential support. Unaliwear also stands out with quick response time and genuine care from their customer service department.
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22. Kanega Watch, their flagship product, uses both cellular and WiFi technologies, enabling it to stay in contact with emergency responders no matter your location, even areas with spotty cell service. In addition, the watch offers auto fall detection as well as quick swap battery design to stay on your wrist 24/7; an onboarding support call and user-specific settings make this device extremely versatile and valuable.
23. 4. Alexa Emergency Assist
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25. Alexa Emergency Assist allows users to receive emergency help for free by simply saying, "Alexa, call for help." Fall detection that calls family This calls an Urgent Response agent who can dispatch police, fire, and ambulance services directly. Emergency Assist also notifies these agencies with saved emergency information as well as up to 25 emergency contacts you want notified in an emergency situation.
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27. Though Alexa Emergency Assist can't detect things such as glass breaking or smoke/carbon monoxide alarms, it provides affordable peace of mind at an easy set up cost. Simply open your Alexa app and select More > Alexa Emergency Assist; create your profile; save gate codes or medical needs information so they are shared with first responders; then create and save an emergency plan profile with key data like gate codes or medical needs - then set it off when ready!
28. gps tracker for elderly people 5. Medical Guardian
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31. Trusted by millions of families and senior-focused organizations alike, Medical Guardian offers medical alert systems that empower seniors to live independently while offering peace of mind to caregivers, family members, and senior living communities.
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33. With a range of devices available to you, including the MGMini (which can be worn as either a necklace or belt clip) and MGMove (a stylish smart watch), as well as their latest product MGPro -- an indoor system with up to 200-foot range from its base station.
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35. Though not typically covered by Medicare or Medicaid, certain private health savings account plans offer coverage for Medical Guardian equipment and services. Additional features can be added such as fall detection necklaces or lockboxes that allow emergency responders to enter in case of an incident.
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37. Website: https://getfamilyr.com/dementia/