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Staying Safe and Secure

Safety is always the first concern!  Luckily, there are many technologies geared at keeping your care recipient safe and secure. In this section, you will find technologies designed for

  • fall detection
  • GPS locatingAbrahms-caretech-5star
  • personal emergency response systems (PERS)Lifeline
  • and more!

Download Article: Falls - The Leading Cause of Non Fatal Injuries

Philips Lifeline: Falls and medication errors are the two biggest threats to independent living. That's why Philips Lifeline provides the #1 Medical Alert Service and Medication Dispensing Service to offer you something else: peace of mind.

5 Star Urgent Response: GPS enabled mobile medical alert system tied in to wireless networks. With just one touch of the button, you’ll immediately speak with agents, who are certified in CPR and other emergency procedures, who will evaluate the situation, determine the right course of action and get the help your loved one needs.

AFrame Digital: Provides real-time, continuous health and safety monitoring of seniors, patients managing chronic conditions and other at-risk individuals, with proactive, exceptions-based alerting to help caregivers quickly attend to or avert a crisis.

MobileHelp Alert System:  MobileHelp offers a mobile medical alert system that works at home and away from home. 

Securus (eCare+voice): Mobile medical alert system that connects users with the Securus Emergency Care Center, where specialists speak with the user through the unit, promptly evaluating the problem and sending assistance or alerting loved ones. 

LifeStation: A PERS  that connects to trained specialists who respond immediately in a friendly, calm manner and stay with you until help arrives.

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