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Benefits of Medical Alert System for Seniors

Medical alert systems allow seniors to continue being active. It is often tempting to limit your activities if you've got fears of falling or other health issues. With a medical alert system, you'll feel confident participating in activities you're interested in while knowing people are watching out for you.

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Benefits of Medical Alert System for Seniors

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  1. BENEFITS OF MEDICAL ALERT SYSTEM FOR SENIORS

  2. TABLE OF CONTENTS 01 02 03 INTRODUCTION BENEFITS CONCLUSION

  3. INTRODUCTION • Medical alert systems act as vital life-saving tools that can assist seniors in vulnerable life moments. • In the case of an accident, fall, or sudden illness at home, these systems are particularly valuable. • Help can be alerted, and assistance on the way, in less than one minute.

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  5. EASY TO USE Regardless of what kind of senior medical alert system you choose, they’re all easy to use. It’s as simple as pushing a button, pulling a string or using a cell phone. The wearable options may be easiest to use as you won’t have to potentially get to another room. This means that seniors who have been incapacitated don’t need to go anywhere or even shout in order to get help.

  6. 02. EMERGENCY HELP Medical alert systems are monitored 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Seniors who receive assistance in the hour following an emergency fair better whether they’re experiencing a fall, heart attack or other medical issue. Within seconds of utilizing your senior medical alert, you’ll be met with a friendly and capable voice on the other end.

  7. 03. MAINTAIN INDEPENDENCE One of the largest arguments for seniors to move to a residential home is concern over them being alone. Even more than that, loved ones worry about falls, heart attacks and more. With a senior medical alert system in place, many of those concerns can be addressed. They allow seniors to stay in their homes while getting any needed emergency attention quickly.

  8. 04. REMIND YOU TO TAKE MEDICATIONS AND OTHERS The medical alert systems in Canada for seniors of the past were only for emergencies. Today, though, these systems can do worlds more to help prevent urgent medical needs. There are options that will remind you to take your medications at several points during the day. Others will monitor the levels of toxins like carbon monoxide around you. Some can also detect smoke, fires and falls on their own. With so many options, you’re sure to find one that fits your needs while giving you peace of mind.

  9. 05. EASY TO AFFORD In the past, medical alert systems were so expensive that many people weren’t able to access them. Now, with better technology and more options, systems are far more affordable. Be mindful of contract fees and any discounts you may be eligible for. You may be qualified for tax deductions, too!

  10. CONCLUSION Medical alert systems are far more than just a communication device. For seniors, they are a link to the help they may need when they need it most. With the confidence gained from knowing help is available, and possibly some extra support services offered through the systems, many seniors are able to remain in their own homes longer.

  11. THANKS!

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