Personal Alert Devices
Personal Alert Devices Articles
6 Tech Tools I Wish I’d Had When I Was a Caregiver
There have been countless advancements in the use of elder care technology to extend seniors’ independence and help ease the burden on family caregivers. A veteran caregiver shares her thoughts on technology’s growing role in caregiving.
10 CommentsWhat to Look for (and Avoid) in an Emergency Alert Response System
An "emergency button" for seniors can be a life-saving addition to a loved one’s care plan. When shopping for an alert system, you'll want to compare important factors like pricing, contract terms, features, and ease of use.
31 CommentsDiscounts and Free Services for Seniors and Their Caregivers
With so many older adults living on limited incomes, finding affordable products and services is crucial to making ends meet. Get the inside scoop on freebies and discounts available to you and your aging loved one.
61 CommentsThe Hazards of Alcoholism in the Elderly
Age-related changes in the body, chronic health conditions, prescription medications and other factors can magnify the effects of alcohol consumption and jeopardize a senior’s health.
49 Comments
Personal Alert Devices Questions
My mom keeps bumping the button on her lifelife apparatus that hangs around her neck on a lanyard. Any other options?
13 AnswersIgloocar Answered Mar 22, 202490 yr old uncle with advanced Parkinson's in assisted living can't remember how to press his call button to get aides.
3 Answerscxmoody Answered Mar 19, 2024I am considering purchasing a "medic-alert" bracelet or pendant & service. I can't find any rating of the myriad services available. Any suggestions?
26 Answersconrik1 Answered Mar 17, 2024What is the best device for my dad? He is a fall risk and lazy about wearing his medical GPS device?
9 Answerswaytomisery Answered Mar 16, 2024
Personal Alert Devices Discussions
Mom fell, again. Little bit of a rant...
3 Commentscanonlylaugh Commented Oct 2020A device that will tell me that my sister is well today...
11 CommentsTechie Commented May 2020Choosing a medical alert system.
2 CommentsSegoline Commented Feb 2019Better for Mom to stay home despite the risks?
6 CommentsJoAnn29 Commented Jun 2018
Personal Alert Devices Related Topics
- Care Decisions
- Aging in Place
- Family Caregiver
- Alzheimer's & Dementia
- Dementia Wandering
- New to Caregiving
- Long-distance Caregiving
- Area Agency on Aging
- Caregiving
- Burnout
- Cognitive Decline
- Relationships
- Dad
- Adult Day Care
- Working Caregiver
- Elder Abuse
- Elder Law
- End of Life
- Dementia Behaviors
- Memory Loss