Did you know that every year millions of people over the age of 65 falls down, but less than half of them ever tell their doctor? Once a loved one reaches a certain age, you might want to consider getting a medical alert system to ensure that they are safe even when you are not there. If you are a bit confused about how these medical systems work, we are here to help.
Keep reading to learn more about how this can come in handy when you have a senior citizen in your life that is at high risk of falling.
Base Unit
One of the medical system types is a base unit which contains a digital communicator that receives a signal whenever a button is pressed to call for help. The unit then starts a call to the monitor center where the center staff is able to communicate with your loved one 24/7.
There are options for the basic unit to be plugged into a landline phone jack, plugged into an electrical outlet, or connect through a cellular outlet. It is always a good idea to know when it’s time to get a medical alert system because it is better to be safe than sorry.
Monitoring Centers
When you are choosing a medical alert system you want to ask how many call centers the company has. A reputable company will have multiple call centers in place to ensure that everyone that calls in has someone available to help immediately. Also, take the time to check whether or not they offer translation services for non-English speakers if your loved one speaks another language.
In the event of an emergency, the operators at the monitoring center are fully trained to accurately assess the person’s needs and provide them with the assistance needed as soon as possible.
Fall Detection Sensors
A popular alert system is one that can be worn. There are some fall detection sensors that use accelerometers and algorithms that can detect a fall. As soon as the fall is detected it automatically contacts their monitoring center for help.
This sensor is a great option if someone is not able to press a button to call for some reason or if their fall leaves them unconscious.
Environmental Sensors
There are other systems that have sensors to detect life-threatening conditions in the home. For example, in the case of a fire or carbon monoxide, the system will send an alert to the monitoring center right away to send help to the home. If your loved one is by themselves this sensor will come in handy because their reaction time might not be as quick.
Feeling Like a Medical Alert Systems Pro?
We hope that now that you know how does a medical alert system work, you can make an informed decision when choosing the best system for your loved one.
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