Medical Alarm For Seniors

Mosquito bites far worse than cozying up to bed-bugs, say experts

2011-08-05T02:29:00.000-05:00

The thought of a bed-bug in the mattress or clothes is a dreadful thought. But skin specialists warn mosquito bites are far worse. Experts from the American Academy of Dermatology say bed-bugs might make you flinch, but mosquitoes spread disease that should be avoided.

Knowing which bugs carry disease is important for health

Bug bites cause reactions that are usually easy to manage. Mosquitoes are especially dangerous because they spread disease that can be fatal. Most bug bites disappear within a few days. Mosquito bites can transmit potentially fatal encephalitis.

Ronald P. Rapini, MD, FAAD, Josey professor and chair of the department of dermatology said at the at the American Academy of Dermatology’s Summer Academy Meeting 2011 in New York, “The key is knowing which insects pose the biggest risk and when it is necessary to see a dermatologist for treatment.”

For a mosquito bite that causes itching, swelling and redness, Rapini says a dermatologist can prescribe cortisone cream. But, the biggest concern is contracting a disease from the bite.

Outbreaks of Saint Louis encephalitis virus, dengue fever and West Nile virus can be spread by mosquitoes, leading to serious illness.

He says most people who contract Saint Louis encephalitis won’t become seriously ill, but those who do could experience inflammation of the brain. In some instances, the virus can be fatal.

Symptoms of illness from mosquito bite include headache, fever, vomiting and muscle aches.

Bed-bugs

Dr. Rapini says even though bed-bugs get a lot of attention, they’re not nearly as dangerous as mosquitoes.

They can be avoided by washing clothes after staying in hotels. Putting luggage on the luggage rack can keep bed-bugs from hitching a ride back home with you.

Bed-bug bites can be itchy and hard to get rid of, but they don’t spread disease like mosquitoes.

Maggots

The human bot fly can be transmitted to the skin via mosquitoes in the jungles of Central America. The egg of a maggot can burrow into the skin where it stays until it’s removed.

“Maggots hate to have the hole in the skin covered, so the best way to get them out is to slap a piece of pork fat or meat over the affected area of the skin for a few hours,” said Dr. Rapini. “The maggot is naturally drawn to the meat and will come out from under the skin and attach itself to the meat instead.”

Most bugs don’t pose a big threat to humans. The best strategy is to prevent mosquito bites. Rapini recommends wearing long-sleeved shirts when outdoors in the evening and using an insect repellent with DEET, which can be children.

Bed-bugs and maggots under the skin sound worse than they are. It seems mosquitoes are far worse than other insects, making it important to prevent bites that can cause serious illness and viral outbreaks.

What Does A Medical Alarm Do For Seniors

2009-02-15T09:51:00.000-05:00

At sometime in life, whether it's your mom, dad, aunt, uncle, family, or a friend... life can become difficult.

Mom could fall and not be able to call for help. Aunt Tillie's arthritis could flare up not allowing her to get out of the tub. Dad could slip in the shower and not have a Button to push for help. Uncle Joe could have a heart attack and not have a Button to push to get help.

Most of our family members, or us, wait until an emergency occurs before getting a medical alert device. Some refuse to use a system even after their first incident and therefore have the same fall, heart attack, stroke, breathing difficulty... or whatever kind of threat... yet again... with no way to summon help…because the can't reach the phone for help to dial 911.

Here's the problem. Once a senior has fallen and waited hours for help to find them…they lose a portion of their self-confidence. By the time someone has fallen multiple times without immediate help…they start to become a different person…they become frail and sometimes afraid.

The best time to protect a loved one with a medical alert device is prior to any problem. I have become a young senior myself and I now stay safe with my own Button. It's the smart thing to do.

A loved one can remain living independently in their own home far longer by having a Button to push that will get them help when they need it most.

By http://www.seniorsafety.com/

Top Ten House Alarm and Home Security Devices

2006-05-09T12:27:00.000-05:00

Home Alarm Systems

A man’s home is his castle, as the saying goes. But homes today don’t normally feature ramparts, drawbridges, moats and six-foot thick stone walls to keep out unwanted visitors. Today, a house alarm, and preferably a managed home security system, is needed to ensure your home’s security. Not only does installing a home security system improve the safety of your family and possessions, but it can also decrease your home insurance costs. The Top Ten House Alarm and Home Security Devices list highlights ten devices and features of home security systems that can make your house a safer place.

The Top Ten

10. Talking Devices help you to understand the status of your home and monitoring as well as program the system. Some security systems feature talking master control panels, key pads or remotes. The talking feature may not result in great conversation, but it will help you understand your system a little better.

9. Some home alarm systems include extras like Key Fobs and Remotes to control the system at a distance. Somewhat similar to a car’s key fob, home security key fobs include buttons to activate and deactivate the house alarm system. Some even include a “panic” button that activates the house alarm and alerts the proper authorities in the event of an emergency. Remote controls are similar and often larger. The features of remotes vary greatly and can include a full key pad, a talking feature and a panic button as well.

8. Yard Signs and House or Window Decals advertise your home’s protection. The Greenwich Study of Residential Security found that homes without alarms were 2.7 to 3.5 times more likely to be burglarized, and that the most effective deterrent was the alarm monitoring company’s yard sign (SIA Research Update, Security Industry Association, October 2001). Some choose to post the signs to deter possible break-ins without actually installing a home alarm system. While this effort will lower the odds of an attempted burglary, a yard sign alone cannot fully protect your home.

7. A Back-Up Power Supply is important in maintaining home security even during a power outage, when the risk of break-ins and looting is increased. Your home alarm should be effective even when your power is not. The easiest to maintain back-up power supplies use standard size batteries. Look for a model that uses rechargeable batteries to lower your maintenance costs.

6. Smoke Detectors add another layer of protection to your home, especially when they are integrated into the home alarm system. Not only do smoke detectors indicate a fire and give you time to escape safely, but when included in a home security package, they automatically notify the managing company and the fire department. Some systems even integrate the power supply to the smoke detectors. That means you don’t have to change the batteries ever.

5. Wireless Systems protect your home without adding extra cords to trip over or extensive installation of in-wall cords. In wireless house alarm systems, each sensor or keypad communicates with the master control panel via radio frequencies or existing wiring in your home. A burglar will never be able to disarm the system by snipping the wires. This ensures the system is fully integrated and monitoring all parts of your home without using up your outlets or creating an obstacle course of wires for you.

4. Extra Key Pads are also important. Exterior mounted key pads can provide secure keyless entry to your family. Some systems also offer remote control key pads which are lightweight and portable. A home alarm system that features a security code with a key pad increases the security of your home. A monitored system can also lock down entry after several repeated, failed attempts at entry which indicate a possible break-in attempt.

3. Key pads may not always be enough to keep burglars out. Sensors on Windows and Doors reduce the risk of a burglar entering undetected and are a key part of a home alarm system. Motion Detectors within the home also increase the level of security. The most sophisticated motion detectors include a feature to ignore pets’ movement to avoid constantly setting the alarm off inadvertently.

2. Installation, Monitoring, and Repair Services increase not only the level of safety but the convenience of keeping your home safe. A house alarm alone cannot notify the police or fire department in the event of an emergency. The most complete systems include buttons to notify police departments, fire departments and medical help instantly. Another advantage offered by the best monitoring companies is live customer support and full service installation and repair of the system by employees who have been background checked, licensed and drug tested to ensure your safety. Finally, some companies even offer relocation services to keep you secure even when you move.

1. The classic Master Control Panel is vital to any home alarm system. The central hub of the system, the control panel is usually wall-mounted in an easily accessible place. The panel receives information from all other sensors and key pads, computes it, and transmits relevant information to the monitoring company. If you choose to arm the system from the panel when you leave the house, the master control panel also receives the disarm code when you return home. Some can even be disarmed by telephone.

Of course, this list is not comprehensive, and the needs of every home and homeowner are different. For more tips on choosing the right home alarm system and features to protect your house, I recommend visiting alarmoneinc.com.

About the Author: Boyd Norwood is a web content specialist for 10x Marketing. For more information on house alarm and home security systems, please visit alarmoneinc.com.

Medical Alert Necklaces

2006-05-05T09:54:00.000-05:00

Elderly Alam System

Millions of persons suffer from a number of harmful medical conditions, which can include cardiovascular problems, diabetes, asthma, neurological disorders, allergies, fainting, epilepsy, memory loss or blindness, to name a few. People are not safe in their homes, for the fear of an attack occurring when they are home alone. Also, they may fear to venture out of their homes freely. The situation becomes all the more serious when a person lives alone. Also, financial constraints may compel him to work, even if he suffers from some serious debilitating ailment.

Medical Alert necklaces are very helpful for such persons. These necklaces and the pendants with them can be engraved with brief but vital medical bio data and the ID of the patient—for example, his or her name, telephone number, name of the doctor and a brief description of the person’s illness. They can be made in beautiful designs in steel, sterling silver or gold.
In addition to the above information, such necklaces can also be fitted with very small, lightweight and non-intrusive electronic medical alarm transmitter buttons designed to alert emergency services in the event of a medical problem.

For example, if you slip and fall in your bathroom and fracture your hip, all you need to do is to press the button on your necklace and you can get help in a short time. This system can connect to your home telephone line and place a call for help. Your family members, friends and physician receive the alert, and the doctor reaches you with the help you need. These gadgets may be expensive, but a little search may enable you to find you inexpensive medical alarm systems also. These devices are fitted with batteries, which have a pretty long life.

It is important, before buying such alarms or alert systems, that you make a thorough enquiry about the services of the monitoring agency- whether it is doing the monitoring itself, or contracted out the job. The monitoring should be professional and efficient, since lives are at stake. Efforts, therefore, should be made to buy the gadgets and services of a certified monitoring agency.

Medical Alerts provides detailed information about medical alerts, medical alert system, medical alert bracelets, medical alert necklaces and more.

Medical Alert Bracelets

2006-05-05T09:48:00.000-05:00

Fashionable medical identification jewelry is a perfect solution for those who suffer from critical medical conditions like epilepsy, stroke, diabetes, heart transplant, fainting fits, asthma, memory impairment or blindness, and need to wear Medical Alerts or health monitoring systems, but are also image-conscious and hence do not want to wear matter crude gadgets or bands around their wrists.

If you personally survey the market, by surfing the Internet or by wading through the Yellow Pages or newspapers, you find a baffling variety of Medical Alert bracelets, if a bracelet is what your doctor has recommended. In a critical medical emergency, when you become helpless and cannot explain your condition, it is the medical information embedded in the bracelet that identifies you, along with the medical problem that is afflicting you. While the symptoms appearing at that critical moment baffle those around you, the medical description engraved on your bracelet may facilitate an early diagnosis, and an appropriate and timely treatment may save your life. The information legibly engraved on the front and backside of the bracelet also mentions the contact numbers of your family members and your doctor.

These bracelets come in a variety of attractive designs and price ranges. You can choose one that suits your pocket. They are made of sterling silver, gold or high-quality non-allergenic stainless steel polished to give a jewelry finish. Medical ID bracelets are available in all sizes for adults and children. The bracelet chains are fitted with a clasp that cannot open accidentally.

You should consult your doctor concerning what medical description about your problem should be engraved upon your bracelet. These bracelets can also be artistically fitted with transmitter buttons; pressing them activates some radio frequencies that raise an alarm in the base stations of the monitoring agency, which in turn alerts your family members and the doctor about the occurrence of the problem. The monitoring system talks directly to you in a very loud voice so that everyone can hear. In this way, medical aid or your relatives and friends can be summoned.

Medical Alerts provides detailed information about medical alerts, medical alert system, medical alert bracelets, medical alert necklaces and more.

Exciting Developments in the Markets Attract an Increasing Number of Users, Offsetting Reduced Margins

2006-02-03T14:17:00.000-05:00

LONDON, January 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Europe has the highest elderlypopulation in the world, with nearly 18.0 per cent of its people aged above65. The continuous increase in life expectancy is mainly due to advances inmedical technologies and therapies. This population enlarges the potentialpatient base for homecare and non-hospital devices.

The expanding number of people above 65 and the resultant decrease in thetax-paying patient base is compelling hospitals across Europe to developinnovative strategies to contain escalating costs. In such a situation,homecare and non-hospital-based therapies seem to be the ideal solution. "In recent years, physicians have realised that the patient's quality oflife can be increased significantly by encouraging and enabling them tocontinue treatments away from the conventional hospital environment, eitherin a homecare or in a non-hospital situation," says Ms. Claire Staniforth,Industry Analyst with Frost & Sullivan (http://medicaldevices.frost.com/).

Germany is the most attractive market for non-hospital devices, mainlydue to its large population size. The heightened need for nursing staff bodeswell for the move towards community-based, homecare and non-hospital careequipment such as infusion therapy devices and incontinence management. Companies have started increasingly investing in research and developmentand thereby stimulating interest in and demand for advanced products as wellas maintaining steady revenue streams, despite the reduced product prices andhealthcare budgetary restraints.

"With market participants producing dedicated products for use by nursingstaff, care givers and patients themselves, healthcare professionals areincreasingly trusting their safety, suitability and effectiveness," notes Ms.Staniforth.

"Many homecare and non-hospital devices have user-friendlyinterfaces and computer-aided therapy, which ensures coordinated andcontrolled disease management." In addition to the improved features that are expected to significantlyresult in advances in adoption rates of the products, new reimbursementsystems have also encouraged hospitals to adopt homecare and non-hospitaldevices.

Innovations in reimbursement policies such as the diagnosis-relatedgroups (DRGs) have helped reduce the period of hospital stays. Since underthis scheme, hospitals receive a flat-rate fee depending on the diseaseinstead of the duration of hospital stay, they have to offer the mostcost-effective, resource-efficient means of continued treatment and care.

The widespread adoption of DRG reimbursement systems across Europe hascut into the revenues from in-patient treatments and has, instead, increasedthose from homecare and non-hospital managed therapies.

For greater revenues, companies need to provide advanced solutions suchas wireless technology, which facilitates remote patient monitoring andtelemedicine by enabling data transfer, processing, storage and networkingservices. "Patients are more receptive to using homecare and non-hospital devicesif they have in-built, wireless monitoring capabilities," explains Ms.Staniforth. "Vendors can also increase their acceptance by ensuring that thedevices do not impinge on normal day-to-day life.".

If you are interested in a virtual brochure, which providesmanufacturers, end-users, and other industry participants an overview of thelatest analysis of the Opportunities and Scope for the European Homecare andNon-Hospital Devices Markets (B676-54, then send an e-mail to Radhika MenonTheodore, Corporate Communications, at rmtheodore@frost.com with thefollowing information: your full name, company name, title, telephone number,fax number and e-mail address.

Upon receipt of the above information, anoverview will be sent to you via e-mail. Opportunities and Scope for the European Homecare and Non-HospitalDevices Markets B676-54 Background Frost & Sullivan, a global growth consulting company, has been partneringwith clients to support the development of innovative strategies for morethan 40 years.

The company's industry expertise integrates growth consulting,growth partnership services and corporate management training to identify anddevelop opportunities. Frost & Sullivan serves an extensive clientele thatincludes Global 1000 companies, emerging companies, and the investmentcommunity, by providing comprehensive industry coverage that reflects aunique global perspective and combines ongoing analysis of markets,technologies, econometrics, and demographics.

Personal Emergency Response Systems Can Help Seniors

2005-12-17T14:20:00.000-05:00

Personal Medical Alarm System

Seniors who live independently often feel better knowing they can reach someone quickly if they need help. A personal emergency response system (PERS) can offer peace of mind to seniors and those who care about them.

Response systems allow a user to contact emergency support via telephone. Seniors wear a pendant or a wristwatch transmitter to connect to the service. Once pressed, the device sends a radio signal to the console unit, which dials the response center. Most systems can dial out even if the phone is off the hook.

PERS vary greatly in their features, services, and costs. Each response system manufacturer operates a response center, usually a national office that contacts local emergency personnel. Area hospitals and social service agencies also serve as local response centers. Some basic units only indicate to the response center that the user has activated the alarm; others allow for a two-way conversation between the user and the support service to determine the nature of the emergency. More sophisticated units can even deliver timed messages, such as medication reminders.

All transmitters are battery operated and therefore should be checked routinely. Some indicate when the batteries need to be changed. Many are also water-resistant or waterproof, which could be critical if a fall occurs in the bathtub. Because some structures can interfere with radio waves, it’s necessary to make sure the system works throughout a senior’s home prior to installation.

Equipment can be either purchased, rented, or leased. Prices generally range from about $200 to $1,500 for purchase. There is usually a small installation fee and monthly monitoring charge. Renting a PERS device can run between $25 and $45 a month, and some companies require a minimum rental period. Alternately, a lease agreement may include an option to buy. Neither Medicare nor Medicaid will cover the cost of PERS, although a few private insurers will with a doctor’s recommendation.

To find a local service, look in the Yellow Pages under “medical alarms.” It’s wise to comparison shop to review prices and services. Be wary of any salesperson who is reluctant to disclose information over the phone and insists upon a home visit, which may involve high-pressure sales tactics.

Here are some items to consider before purchasing a PERS:

Be sure the system is easy to use. Can you easily press the buttons and replace the batteries?

Does the monitoring center meet your needs? Is it available 24 hours a day? What kind of training do its operators receive? What is the average response time? Find out whether you can use the system with other response centers, if you were to move, for instance.

Ask how they test to ensure that the transmitter works from all areas in your home. What range does it have? What type of repair or replacement policy exists if the unit stops working?

Read the written agreement carefully, checking for any unmentioned charges.

Personal emergency response systems allow for independence with the added assurance that someone’s always right around the corner.

Bill Knapp is a Certified Senior Advisor. For more information, please call him at (818) 222-0133.

HomeFree Demonstrates Groundbreaking Wireless Eldercare Monitoring Solution

2005-12-12T14:42:00.000-05:00

Monitoring Solutions for Seniors

HomeFree Inc., a global provider of wireless monitoring solutions for the senior long termcare and residential markets, is showcasing its break-through senior andhealth monitoring technology at the 2005 White House Conference on Aging,December 12-13th in Washington DC.

HomeFree will host hands-on interactive demonstrations of its HomeFree atHome solution at Booth #17 in the conference's Imagine Technology Pavilion.HomeFree's active monitoring technology is designed to enable seniors tocontinue living independently at home by providing a monitored environmentthat reports their well being and health status in a manner that is reliable,cost-effective and convenient for the caregiver. Independent living is a keygoal of the conference; including creating a means of allowing seniors to"age in place" within their home, whenever possible.

"Within a few years, over one third of America's population will beseniors - approximately 77 million people," said Guy Lerner, president ofHomeFree Inc. "HomeFree joins the WHCoA, and industry, government andnot-for-profit organizations in recognizing the importance of technology inbridging the gap between the critical needs of the growing elderly populationand available resources."

HomeFree's innovative monitoring approach, stressed personal monitoringof the resident over peripheral monitoring of his environment. This approachis critical in emergency situations, when the patient is incapable ofresponse or action. A few examples are:

- Automatic alerts when the monitored patient does not move for a periodof time.

- Notification to caregivers to ambient temperature changes outsidepre-set ranges.

- Alert feature if patient wanders outside of designated safe areas.

- Alert feature if personal watcher is removed or tampered with.

Current academic research is evaluating HomeFree's technologyeffectiveness in monitoring Parkinson's disease, dementia, neurologicaldisorders and other health issues.

HomeFree will also demonstrate its senior housing wireless monitoringplatform solution, already implemented in hundreds of senior care facilitiesusing HomeFree system in North America and Europe. HomeFree's long term carefacilities solution combines wandering alerts, nurse call, fall management,staff safety, and interfacing devices management solutions. HomeFreetherefore brings the emerging residential-care industry a wealth ofexperience accumulated in a decade of core technology development andintensive exposure to senior care needs. For more information, contact: +1-800-606-0661, or visit:http://www.homefreesys.com/

LifeGuardian Medical Alarms: Life Safety and Home Security for Seniors and Shut-Ins

2005-12-06T15:38:00.000-05:00

LifeGuardian Medical Alarm

Senior citizens and shut-ins no longer need to fear living alone. Improvements in two-way voice and wireless technologies can enhance the physical an emotional well being of those who have little choice but to spend most of their time in and around their home. LifeGuardian Medical Alarms, a leading medical alert systems provider, serves the needs of seniors and the disabled throughout all of North America.

Phyllis is 82 and fiercely independent. Widowed for this past year and coping with arthritis in her hip, she still loves living in the cozy single-story home she and her husband George lived in for the past 20 years.

Her one son lives in another state, and while he visits as often as work allows, she now spends much of her time alone. She has a close-knit circle of friends and swims once or twice a week at the local YMCA.

While Phyllis misses her husband of 55 years, she still finds life active and satisfying. Positive attitude aside, her arthritis seems to get a little worse with each passing month and she worries about one day falling, breaking a bone and, living alone, not being able to summon help.

Her family is also concerned about Phyllis’s declining health, as well as the increasing number of burglaries and assaults on seniors in Phyllis’s part of town. They have suggested that she consider moving to an assisted living facility but she is adamant about maintaining her independence and staying where she is most comfortable – in her own home.

Phyllis’s situation is typical of many seniors and shut-ins who now find themselves living alone. Children are grown and often live hours away. The need to remain as independent as possible conflicts with the twin realities of declining health and increasing crime.

Advances in home security and medical alert technologies are helping solve those legitimate conflicts. According to Thomas Franks, President and CEO of Clayton Communications, Inc. Recent advances in “two way voice” technologies are providing improved peace of mind for not only senior citizens and shut-ins, but their loved ones as well.

“The patented new LifeGuardian™ two-way voice system provides unmatched convenience, longest range and security.” he says. “When a subscriber experiences a medical emergency in or around the house and cannot reach a phone, he or she has only to press a small waterproof button on a neck pendant or wristband and the LifeGuardian medical alert monitoring company operator receives the call and activates the ‘two way’ voice feature.

“This puts the subscriber in direct voice contact with an operator using a speaker/microphone built into the alarm panel which can be heard from anywhere in the home. If the victim has fallen and cannot get up, for example, the operator immediately dispatches local medical personnel to the home, all the while reassuring the victim that help is on the way by maintaining voice dialogue through the alarm panel. The built-in microphone is very sensitive, and can pick up even a whisper from anywhere within a 2500 square foot home,” Franks says.

An optional system feature is the wireless smoke detector. Unlike self-installed smoke detectors that will melt to the floor before notifying anyone, The LifeGuardian™ medical alarms system loudly announces “FIRE..FIRE” and immediately notifies the monitoring center of the fire and smoke. If no response is heard from the home, the monitoring center will immediately dispatch the fire department.

“The LifeGuardian™ medical alarms system is the first system of its type designed to be set-up by the user or their family.” Franks says. “The system comes ready to plug and test. Typically, set-up takes just a few minutes. When a subscriber signs-up with LifeGuardian, they print out the New Subscriber form right off of the LifeGuardian web site. They complete a two page confidential information form and FAX it back to the LifeGuardian medical alarm center. LifeGuardian™ technicians pre-program and test each system, sets-up the subscribers account with the monitoring center and ships the new system to the subscriber anywhere in the United States and Canada. The LifeGuardian™ Quick Set-up Guide assures trouble free hook-up and provides free technical support if there is a problem.

“The result is that seniors like Phyllis can enjoy living independently with the peace of mind that comes from knowing that they are no longer really alone, even if they live alone,” he concluded. “It also provides family members with a new sense of peace of mind knowing their loved one is safe and secure.”

Franks cautions “Don’t wait until your senior family member has a bad fall to consider such an obvious safety measure. If they are over the age of 75 and living alone, statistically they are at risk of a serious accident. Prior falls, medications and medical conditions dramatically increase the likelihood of another major accident.”

One industry study determined that seniors who have a medical alarm system stay independent and at home an average of seven years longer! When one considers that assisted living facilities may cost $125/day and skilled nursing facilities even more, a LifeGuardian™ medical alarms system becomes a wise investment.

The LifeGuardian™ Medical Alarms System comes complete for just $39.95/month and a one-time activation fee of only $49.95. It includes a lifetime equipment warranty and a 30 day unconditional satisfaction guarantee. Best of all, no multi-year or annual contract is required. For more information visit www.lifeguardianmedicalalertsystems.com or call the LifeGuardian™ medical alarms sales office at 800-378-2957 open 8am-4pm M-F PST.

Medical Alert System Users Should Call and Verify

2005-12-01T00:33:00.000-05:00

Thus says the article on Medical Alert Systems published in the Nov. 23rd issue of Kennebec Journal Online: people should call and verify the details if they are depending on Medical Alarms.

The story is very interesting and talks about a personal experience where while the person could not talk had pushed the panic button of the medical alert system, but the response on the other site was kind of controversial.

"I urge you to call your medical alert company and verify the names and telephone numbers of those you want notified -- a neighbor, relative, or to call an ambulance."

"Check what their policy is for requesting an ambulance. Find out now, as your life might depend on it. I am now depending on the 911 system."

People should very very careful and attentive if they rely on Medical Alert system for help.

The entire article is published at http://kennebecjournal.mainetoday.com

Medical Alarm System for Mom and Dad Uses Your Cell Phone

2005-11-27T18:54:00.000-05:00

Use your Cell phone to monitor Mom & Dad or a Loved One.

New personal emergency medical alarm system.

e-pill, LLC the leading provider of medication reminder products in the US (www.epill.com), has recently added a medical alarm with no monthly fees to its HIProtector fall prevention product line.

“The HIProtector medical alarm is an economical device that addresses important issues facing families trying to allow an aging baby boomer to continue to live independently at home”, said Stefan Solvell, President of e-pill, "use your cell phone to monitor mom and dad".

Regardless of the unwanted event at home - accident, stroke, heart attack, or other medical emergency ... e-pill Help-At-Hand calls your caregiver (daughter or son or other selected individual) and informs them of the emergency. Use your cellular phone ("cell phone") or regular phone to monitor the patient.

Works with all brands of phones and cell-phones: Nokia, Motorola, Sony Ericsson, Verizon wireless, Sprint, Cingular, T-Mobile, Samsung, LG.

e-pill PERS Model 911 comes complete with two Personal Help Buttons (pendants) - HIS and HERS (first Bed-Room, second Around the Neck for Day Time use) - Works All Around the House. It is priced at $199.00 with no monthly fees ever.

This unit is an ideal gift for the holidays and is available on-line (http://www.hiprotector.com/pers.html) or by calling toll-free 1-800-930-9255.

The award winning e-pill product line includes pill organizers & automatic pill dispensers, electronic medicine reminders, pill boxes, pill timers, multi-alarms, vibrating watches with many daily alarms, and medication adherence recorders.

Medical Alert System

2005-11-22T08:47:00.000-05:00

Medical Alert Button

Are you concerned about improving emergency response time for the medical help that your elderly love one receives? Well, one thing that can certainly help shorten home emergency response time is to not rely on the telephone. If your loved one is expected to call for help the next time there is a medical issue that they need attention for they'll have to deal with so much before they actually get the help they need.

First off, they need to put together and keep updated emergency contact lists. They need to have the most recent contact numbers for doctors, emergency rooms and, of course, family. That's difficult for those of us without medical conditions.

Beyond even keeping track of all the proper contact numbers, you then have to be lucky enough to fall or be injured within arms reach of a phone. With a med alert device you can be anywhere at any time of day and still be able to reach help with just a single push of the button. With a med alert device, you'll be improving emergency response time dramatically.

In fact, in some cases having a medical alert system has actually saved lives. The alternative is hoping your elderly loved ones not only injure themselves near a phone, but are able to make the call once they are injured. Do you want to take a chance like that?

Medical Monitoring USA - http://www.medicalmonitoringusa.com/ Copyright 2005

Personal Medical Alert Systems

2005-11-16T22:21:00.000-05:00

Medical Alarm

Retirement living can be more fulfilling than many might imagine. Thanks to advances in health and medicine, people can be just as active during their retirement years as they were before retirement. But regardless of the shape an elderly person is, accidents do still happen and not always when a phone is within arm's reach.

To combat this reality, personal medical alert systems give your elderly loved one a connection to medical help that is as easy as a single press-of-a-button. In fact, that's literally what medical alarms are. An emergency alert system is a very small medical emergency device that is worn by an elderly person. When an accident occurs, they can press a button and immediately be in touch with medical help.

An emergency alert system can make retirement living safer and more secure. While completely preventing elderly falls is virtually impossible to do, we can make sure that our elderly loved ones can get the attention they need quickly and easily. And once they press that little button, they will be in contact with an operator that can offer medical advice immediately.

What's more is that the operator can often work out what's wrong and can even send an ambulance to the elderly person's home if one is required. In short, medical alert systems can save lives. At the very least they can provide confidence and security for your elderly loved one and peace of mind for you.

Medical Monitoring USA - http://www.medicalmonitoringusa.com Copyright 2005

Medical Alert Necklace

2005-11-10T10:20:00.000-05:00

Medical Necklace

A medical alert necklace button is a particular style of medical response alarm. What's a senior medical alarm? A senior medical alarm is a medical emergency device that can mean the difference between an elderly loved one getting the medical help they need when they need it and medical attention they need getting there too late.

In other words, medical alarms, medical alert necklaces button-style or not, have been known to save lives. Basically, medical alarms are small devices an elderly person can wear on their person. Should they fall or become injured somehow, all they have to do is press a button to get help immediately.

With a single button-press an elderly loved one is put in touch with an operator who can offer short-term, immediate medical advice and can even send out an ambulance. That's just how useful medical alarms, medical alert necklaces and bracelets can be. Sure, you could leave your elderly loved one to use the phone, but do you want to take the chance that they'll just happen to injure themselves within arm's reach of a phone?

A medical alert necklace can provide obvious help for them and not-so-obvious help for you, too. After all, they will help make caring for a loved one easier. And nothing compares to that peace of mind you get when you know that help for them is only that single button-press away.

Medical Alarms

2005-11-04T17:16:00.000-05:00

Medical alarms come in many different shapes, sizes, functions and brands. It's important to understand why a medical alarm system is useful and why it is so important. And don't think that a medical alarm system is only for senior citizens.

While senior citizens are most likely the ones to benefit from a home medical alarm, other types of people can benefit, as well. For instance, if you're caring for elderly parents, giving them a home medical alarm can make you feel more at ease. Also, if a person has been injured and can't get around as well, a home medical alarm can help that person, as well.

Medical alarms, specifically, are devices that are worn on an individual's body that can transmit an emergency signal to someone who an dispatch an ambulance quickly. The reason you would use one of these alarms is if you were an elderly person or an individual who might be having trouble getting around. If you have been in a car accident and are having trouble getting around, for instance, you might be concerned that if you fell, you might not be able to reach a phone to call for help.

So, medical alarms aren't just for the elderly. However, they are the predominant user of this type of technology. Thanks to this type of technology, many lives have been saved and much pain has been avoided.

Medical Alarms Put Your Mind at Ease

The obvious, common use for medical alarms is as a safeguard for the elderly. While very few things can fully succeed in preventing elderly falls, medical alarms can put your mind at rest. If your loved one falls and is unable to reach a phone for help, a medical alarm can put them in touch with help instantly.

Obviously, medical alarms are more convenient and more safe than simply having a phone around. Even if your loved one had medical help available through a speed dial, how would they be able to speed dial anyone if they couldn't reach the phone? This is why medical alarms are so ideal. The individual wears them on their wrist, around their neck or on their belt for easy, fast access in case they fall or are otherwise unable to reach a phone.

Medical Alarms Also Reinforce Dignity

One of the other things that medical alarms do that most people don't think about is reinforce the dignity of the wearer. Often, seniors can equate living on their own with living a dignified life. Many of them feel that once they go into an assisted living situation, they'll lose that dignity.
Since a medical alarm can, effectively, stop them from going into an assisted living situation, it can also allow them to keep their dignity. In the end, you can see how useful medical alarms can be. They protect your loved ones, your own peace of mind as well as their dignity.

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Medical Alert System

2005-10-28T13:17:00.000-05:00

Elderly Medical Alert

Of course, your parents want to continue to live at home as they enter their later years. There are some cases where this just isn't possible. However, sometimes with the help of a medical emergency device, like a medical alert system, putting elderly parents into an assisted living situation isn't necessary.

What can medical alert jewelry do to allow your parents to continue to live at home? One of the main concerns people have as their parents enter their later years is that they'll fall or otherwise injure themselves and not be able to reach a phone to call for help. Medical alert jewelry can make sure that this is not a problem your parents will ever have to face.

Medical alert jewelry is worn by the user at all times. If the user has a problem where they need immediate medical attention, all they have to do is press a button on the medical alert system, itself. A signal is then immediately sent to an operator who can either dispatch an ambulance or can find out just what the problem is from the user, just to make sure an ambulance is needed.

This also allows the emergency medical technicians who would be sent to the user's home to be properly informed of the user's medical condition before they arrive. This means that your loved ones will get the proper medical attention and treatment they need when they need it. A medical alert system makes caring for elderly parents easier.

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Alarms for The Elderly

2005-10-27T10:35:00.000-05:00

Elderly Medical Alarm

If you're concerned about a seniors safety, you should think about alarms for the elderly. Alarms for the elderly are tiny, electronic medical emergency devices with just a single button on them. That single button can provide instant medical attention to anyone who wears one of these devices and falls or is in some way injured.

Accidents can happen to anyone, even if they are not elderly. But if you're concerned about a seniors safety, if you are caring for elderly parents, for instance, a medical alarm can be their literal safety net. When they fall, a single button-press connects them with help instantly.

One of the biggest safety issues for seniors are elderly falls. Unfortunately, preventing elderly falls is virtually impossible to do. However, knowing that an operator will be instantly in touch with your loved one should they fall should put you at ease.

After all, that operator will be able to talk directly with your loved one and find out what the problem is. Sometimes the problem can even be diagnosed and solved right then and there without a hospital visit. But if one is required, the operator can dispatch an ambulance to the elderly person's home. This is just another great benefit of alarms for the elderly. How's that for protecting a seniors safety?

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The Elderly Medical Alert System

2005-10-22T08:21:00.000-05:00

Medical Alert Systems for Seniors and Elderly

Have you found yourself caring for seniors at risk? Many of us will find ourselves in a situation where we have to care for elderly loved ones who are at risk of injuring themselves at home. While preventing elderly falls is virtually impossible, we can rest a little more easily knowing that the seniors at risk in our lives have the medical attention they might need waiting for them, just a single button-press away with an elderly medical alert device.

A senior medical alarm provides immediate medical attention for our senior loved ones. A senior medical alarm is a tiny, wireless medical emergency device that allows your elderly loved ones to get in touch with immediate medical help when something goes wrong. Whether they fall or are otherwise injured, they only need to press a button to get help.

If they ever have to press that button, the operator they will be in instant contact with will talk to them directly and find out what is wrong. They can help diagnose the problem and even offer immediate help. If it's needed they can even send out an ambulance to the elderly person's home.

So, you can see just how helpful an alarm for the elderly can be. An alarm for the elderly can provide confidence and security for your loved one and help you rest more easily. And most importantly, your loved ones get to retain their freedom, independence and dignity by living on their own.

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Home Medical Devices

2005-10-17T10:31:00.000-05:00

Home Medical Alarm

Emergency home medical devices for seniors are just the thing to give them a larger feeling of security and you some peace of mind. What are emergency devices for seniors? They are also known as medical alarms and can allow them to call for help, should they not be able to reach a phone.

Emergency home medical devices for seniors are small radio transmitters that any person who has trouble getting around can wear. If they fall, or are otherwise injured, they can simply press a button and literally call for help. This way, they don't have to carry a phone around with them or try to memorize the various phone numbers if they need to call for an ambulance or a doctor.
Emergency home medical devices, as they are sometimes called, are not just for the elderly, either. If you're elderly loved one has medical alarm, you rest easier knowing that help, should they need it, is just a single button-press away. This is a lot closer than them being a phone call away, that's for sure.

So, if you're thinking about making their life more secure and your life less stressful, think about medical alarms. They can be there every moment of the day, even when you can't be. They'll make caring for a loved one easier on you and make them feel safer in the process.

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Emergency Medical Alert System

2005-10-13T07:37:00.000-05:00

Medical Alert Device

A wrist button is one of the most convenient types of an emergency medical alert system available. A medical alert bracelet is a medical emergency device that you, in this case, wear around your wrist. On that medical alert bracelet is a wrist button that once pressed, puts you in immediate contact with medical help.

So, if you are caring for elderly parents, they can wear one of these emergency medical alert systems and if they fall, they don't even need to be able to reach the phone. They can simply press that button on their wrist and they'll instantly be connected with an operator. That operator can talk directly to the wearer of the alarm and find out what's wrong.

Once your elderly loved one is speaking with the operator, they can have their problem diagnosed and sometimes verbal help can be given to solve the problem right then and there. This would avoid a costly emergency room visit, which is another benefit to emergency medical alert systems. If the problem can't be solved right then and there, the operator can send an ambulance to the wearer's home.

As you can see, an emergency alert device is not only useful for protecting the safety of your elderly loved ones, but can also be economical. After all, one false alarm resulting in a visit to an emergency room can cost thousands of dollars. That alone makes an emergency alert device completely worth it.

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Medical Alert Device

2005-10-12T09:19:00.000-05:00

Personal Medical Alert

Medical Alert devices, or as they're often called, medical alarms, present to seniors the ability to continue to live at home, on their own, with their personal freedom and dignity intact. There's very little that is more important than freedom and independence for seniors. But living on their own can make you worry that perhaps they won't be able to call for help, should they need it.

Medical Alert devices were invented to deal with this precise problem. They are small enough to be worn around the neck, on the wrist or even on your belt. When an elderly person falls or is injured and can't reach a phone, all they have to do is press a single button to be instantly put in touch with help.

Each device is a radio transmitter that you effectively use like a cell phone. The only difference is that it only dials one number and you only need to press one button to make that call. When you do press that button, you are instantly put in touch with an operator who can find out what's wrong, offer immediate medical advice and even send out an ambulance.

Therefore, as you can see medical alert devices can make caring for a loved one much easier. It can also allow for that loved one to continue to live at home knowing that they don't have to worry if they need medical attention quickly. So, they'll get to keep their freedom, independence and dignity while you'll get to keep your peace of mind.

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Personal Medical Alarm Systems

2005-10-11T07:47:00.000-05:00

Medical Alarm

A personal medical alarm system can be the single most useful piece of technology in the home of an elderly person. In certain situations, a personal alert safety system can conceivably mean the difference between life and death. In fact, if you are a senior citizen or have a loved one who is, you really should consider a personal alert safety system.

A personal alert system is a small device that is worn by an elderly person or anyone who may have trouble getting around. If they fall or are injured, they may not be able to reach the phone to call for help. After all, what is the likelihood that they will fall within arm's reach of a phone?

With a single button-press, a personal alert system can have an elderly loved one in touch with help instantly, twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. With that one press-of-the-button, they'll be in touch with an operator who can offer them immediate medical advice and even send an ambulance out to their home. Try doing all of that with a single phone number on your telephone, regardless of the time of day, let alone with a single button-press.

But there's even more to the average personal medical alarm than just saving your elderly parent's life in certain situation. Believe it or not, even if the worst doesn't happen, you'll still benefit from using personal medical alarms. That's the really nice thing about them, you're not just caring for elderly parents with them, but you're also providing peace of mind for yourself.
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Medical Monitoring Systems

2005-10-10T20:44:00.000-05:00

Elderly Medical Alarm

Are you looking for nursing home alternatives? Putting an elderly loved one into an assisted living situation is not the easiest thing in the world to do. There is very little more valuable than freedom and independence for seniors.

Luckily, technology can help you and them avoid the often drastic measure of putting that elderly loved one in a nursing home. Specifically, medical monitoring systems provide the only nursing home alternatives that many people in their later years are looking for. What are medical alarms? They're only the smartest and simplest gadget to come along in quite some time.

A medical alarm is a small device an elderly loved one can wear around their neck, on their wrist, or even on their belt. If they fall or are injured, they just press a single button on the device and are instantly connected to an operator who can ask them what is wrong, give them instructions that can help immediately, and even send out an ambulance to their home. That's a heck of a lot more than you can do with a telephone.

While medical monitoring systems may not cover every possible base, they do allow your elderly loved one to continue to live at home because help is always a single button-push away. That gives them the confidence they need and you the peace of mind that you're looking for. So, if you're exploring nursing home alternatives, medical monitoring systems might be just what you need.

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Med Alert Necklace

2005-10-10T07:31:00.000-05:00

Necklace Medical Alarm

Med Alert Necklace alarms have been used for many years for various reasons and various applications. But more recently, medical alert charm devices have been adopted into the world of elderly home care. While no one wants to imagine an elderly love one in a state of panic, the honest truth is that preventing falls in the elderly is a virtually impossible task.

So, understanding that reality, you can see that medical alert charm devices aren't such a bad idea at all. In fact, this type of medical alert device can actually bring you peace of mind. For instance, Med Alert Necklaces in the form of medical alarms can get your elderly loved ones the medical attention they need with a single press of a panic button.

By pressing that button, they are instantly put in touch with an operator who can find out what's wrong and offer them help right then and there. If that's not enough, they can even send out an ambulance to the elderly person's home. Doing that with a regular old telephone would be much harder.

What are the odds that your elderly loved one will fall or be injured within arm's reach of a phone, anyway? This type of medical alert device is just what you and your elderly loved one are looking for to secure their confidence in living alone and your ability to sleep at night. In the end, it's all about knowing they'll be able to get the help they need quickly and easily.

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Personal Medical Alert Systems

2005-10-08T20:01:00.000-05:00

Personal Medical Alarm

Concern for the safety of loved ones is nothing unusual. This is especially true if you are caring for a loved one who happens to be elderly. There is one thing you can do to provide confidence and security to them and peace of mind for yourself.

A personal medical alert system offers many benefits, some are obvious, some are less than obvious, but all of them help protect the safety of loved ones. A personal medical alert system is small, medical emergency devices that an elderly person can wear around their neck, or on their wrist, or even on their clothes. What this personal alert system does is allow them to be connected to immediate medical help with just a push-of-a-button if a medical emergency occurs.

When that button is pressed, the elderly person is connected with an operator who can talk to them and find out what the problem is. They can then offer help or determine if an ambulance needs to be sent to their home. With this kind of service, you can see how a personal alert system provides the confidence, security and the safety of loved ones, as well as the peace of mind for you.

But don't forget that with that confidence and security your elderly loved one will feel, comes better health. It's a generally acknowledged fact in the medical community that stress can lead to poor health. So, if you can remove stress from a loved one's life, you'll be helping out their health, too.

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Emergency Medical Alert Systems

2005-10-07T07:46:00.000-05:00

Emergency Personal Response System

An emergency medical alert system is a great way to provide home protection for the elderly. An emergency medical alert system is the most effective and convenient type of medical alarm available. If you want to provide the most safety for your elderly loved one, a medical monitoring system is the smartest way to go.

As people enter their later years, the last thing they want to do is give up living alone. But we worry about them living on their own. After all, what if they fall? Will they be able to call for help? Well, with a medical monitoring system, that's almost guaranteed.

An emergency alert system is a system that allows a person who has been injured to get medical help instantly. When an injury occurs, the person, who is wearing a tiny medical alarm button around their neck or on their wrist or somewhere else on their body, only needs to press a single button to instantly be able to communicate with someone who can help. That operator can talk directly to the wearer of the alarm and find out what's wrong.

From there, they can provide verbal help or send an ambulance to the wearer's home if one is necessary. So, you can see how an emergency alert system is incredibly useful. It will provide both you and the senior you're caring for with confidence and security.

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Home Medical Alert Systems

2005-10-06T10:36:00.000-05:00

Medical Alarm at Home

Are you concerned about fast home emergency response for your elderly loved one? Unfortunately, falls in the home are almost unavoidable for the elderly. What if your loved one falls at home and they are unable to reach a telephone to call for help?

If they can't reach a phone, they will still be able to call for help as long as they have a home medical alert system. A home medical alert system is an emergency device that any person who has trouble getting around can wear in case they fall or otherwise injure themselves outside the reach of a telephone. A home emergency response system can be worn around a person's neck, on their wrist, or even on their belt.

Without a home emergency response system, if your elderly loved one is lucky enough to be within reach of a phone when they fall or injure themselves, they'll still have to dial the right number. Before they can dial the right number, they'll have to have an up-to-date list of the right numbers to call. On top of that, they'll also have to be able to dial the number.

Or, they can have a home medical alert system and be able to get help almost instantaneously. Which do you think will give them faster home emergency response time, dialing all those numbers, or just pressing a single button, once? The answer seems clear enough--home medical alert systems can save lives.

Medical Alert Response System

2005-10-05T12:47:00.000-05:00

Medical Alarm - Medical Alert

Storing emergency information on a computer or a personal digital assistant (PDA) is easy for someone who is well versed in computers and technology. Well, it's easy assuming you have the time to keep up with all the people on your emergency list.

How often do you switch doctors, cell phones numbers or regular phone numbers?
Now imagine you're an elderly person who has never used a computer and doesn't know what "PDA" even stands for. Storing emergency information isn't that easy for them. Combining that with the difficulty of keeping everyone's information up to date makes the task even harder.

A medical alert response system can do two things. First, they provide medical alarms, which are small, medical emergency devices that allow anyone who wears one to call for medical help in case of a fall or other injury. When the single button on a medical alarm is pressed, the wearer is connected with an operator who talks to the wearer and finds out what's wrong.

The operator then consults an emergency contact list that is kept by the service and contacts everyone who needs to be contacted after the elderly person has an emergency. This way, the elderly person doesn't need to keep track of any emergency information on their own. The medical alert response system takes care of everything for them.

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Medical Alert Monitoring

2005-10-05T12:45:00.000-05:00

Medical Alert System

In the home and have the equipment programmed to call their monitoring center for assistance. Medical alert monitoring companies typically charge a monthly subscription fee for the equipment and monitoring services.

In addition to standard medical alert monitoring, some companies offer related services such as 'call check-in' for additional monthly fees. Call check-in is a service where live operators from the monitoring center will attempt to call the end user via telephone once or twice per day. If the operator is unable to contact the user over a given period of time, the operator will contact family, friends, or other caregivers on a pre-designated list so that they can take appropriate action.

Although they perform essentially the same function, not all medical alert monitoring centers are the same. Finally, some medical alert monitoring centers use only live operators to answer calls, while others will have some calls routed to voice mail.

Regardless of which medical alert service company you choose, there are a few features of the equipment that you will want to consider. First of all, you'll want to make sure that the transmitter and base unit are easy to understand and operate. Look for large, color-coded and easy to read buttons plus illumination that make it easy to see in lower light levels. If the user is blind, make sure that the base unit buttons have Braille lettering. LED indicators for power (power on, low battery) and alarm status (shows if the alarm has been activated or not) are also helpful. Some equipment has remote telephone answering capabilities, which allows you to answer and disconnect regular phone calls using your transmitter. Finally, and very importantly, make sure that the medical alert monitoring system has backup power so that it will operate in event of a power outage.

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Seniors Medical Alarm Systems

2005-10-04T09:33:00.000-05:00

Medical Alert Systems for Senior Citizens

If you're looking for a way to help secure freedom and independence for seniors in your life, then you should definitely read the rest of this page. One of the most common concerns for seniors as they grow older is a loss of dignity should they need to enter an assisted living situation. Seniors medical alarm systems can allow elderly to continue to live at home while securing freedom and independence for seniors, as well.

But how do your average medical emergency devices work? In a nutshell, they are small devices that are wearable by any person who may have trouble getting around. If they fall, they can then use these devices to call for help.

When a senior medical alarm system is triggered, an operator is contacted and, depending on the model and service the elderly person has, the operator can then speak directly to the elderly person and find out what is wrong. This will allow help or instructions to be given as an ambulance is dispatched. Exchanging information like this can also help the emergency medical technicians on their way to be better prepared when they arrive.

Home emergency response is easy if your elderly loved one is equipped with a medical alarm system. A seniors medical alarm can also allow you to sleep better at night, knowing that should something bad happen, help is just a button-press away for your elderly parent. Short of moving in with them or moving them into an assisted living situation, there's really no other way to provide the kind of security that seniors medical alarm systems can.

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Medical Alarms for the Elderly

2005-10-04T09:30:00.000-05:00

Home Medical Alarms

Falls among the elderly seem to be an unfortunate fact of life. There is virtually no effective way of preventing elderly falls. There is, however, a way to make sure that your elderly loved ones get the medical care they need when they need it.

Medical alarms for the elderly are specifically designed to allow medical help to be a single button-press away. If your loved one does fall, they don't have to worry about having the phone nearby because they'll have their medical alarm on their person. They just press a button and depending on the model of alarm they wear, they'll be in touch with an operator who can send out an ambulance to their location, immediately.

There's no way to make dealing with falls among the elderly easy. They're your loved one, when they fall, your heart breaks. But if they have a medical alarm, then you know that the medical attention that they need is already on route by the time you hear about the fall.

Medical alarms for the elderly are also ideal for allowing them to continue to live at home. To many elderly people living on their own is a badge of respect. Medical alarms help deliver freedom and independence for seniors.

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Alert One Medical Alarm

2005-10-01T11:22:00.000-05:00

Seniors and Alert One Medical Alarm

More than 100,000 people enjoy the peace of mind provided by Alert One medical alert system every day. Our customers purchase their medical alert service for a variety of reasons. Some purchase service because they are concerned about falling or have fallen recently. Others make their decision because they are living alone or concerned about being alone during parts of the day or night. Many more simply love the freedom and confidence from knowing that help is at their fingertips.

There are a number of reasons, but regardless of the reason, having an Alert One medical alarm will provide peace of mind to you and your loved ones. Remain at home with confidence because Alert One is on call to assist you. Their staff is available 24 hours a day, even holidays and weekends, and ready to take your call. When you need them you will find their staff to be the most professional and courteous anywhere.

If your goal is to maintain your freedom and independence then a medical alert is good decision for you. With Alert One’s 30-Day Risk Free Return you can try our service and see for yourself.
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Medical Alert Company Donates Services To Fall Victim

2005-10-01T10:52:00.000-05:00

Alerg One Medical Alarm

Two weeks after she suffered a fall outside her home and had to wait hours before being rescued by neighborhood children, Margaret McNamara got more good news.

Alert One Services, Inc., has donated its equipment and services to McNamara after company officials read an article in the SunGazette about her plight, according to
Jason Seyler, lifechanging coordinator for Alert One.

"We are donating our service to her for life," Seyler said of the equipment, which includes alert transmitters she can wear and place in strategic locations in her home. "When we hear about a situation like this, where people have fallen, we like to provide them with freedom, independence and security."

The story began April 26, when McNamara went outside her back stoop at about 1:30 a.m. to retrieve their little dog. On her way back in, she said, her knees gave out and she fell, hitting her head on the concrete step and injuring her shoulder. She lay on the stoop with no more than her light bedclothes to protect her from the elements while temperatures dropped into the mid 30s that night. Six hour later, Loyalsock school students Kelsey Springman, Billy and Brice Goodell heard her cries for help and called for emergency crews, comforting her until they arrived.

The Keller Loop resident was rushed to the hospital, where doctors found her body temperature had fallen to about 95 degrees. She was later transferred to Muncy Valley Hospital for physical therapy and rehabilitation. McNamara was there when she learned from Seyler that Alert One, which has an office locally at 425 Market St., wanted to donate its services.

"My knees buckled on me and I fell and I could not get up," McNamara said. "I didn't know what to do. Now all I will have to do is press a button to get help." Seyler said that Alert One has already set up a file in their computer systems detailing her medical conditions and needs in the event she does have to call for help in the future. He said that the alert system the company is donating will prevent a long, cold wait for help from happening for her again.

"When you press that button, our 911 response center will talk to you and ask you if something is wrong," Seyler explained to McNamara. "They will look at your profile and they can call the Loyalsock Fire Department, police, ambulance, whatever you need, in seconds."

Seyler said that according to the Centers for Disease Control, 35 million Americans are over 65 years of age and an average of one in three will suffer a fall each year. "A total of 300,000 are found dead each year," he said of a report compiled by the New England Journal of Medicine, about seniors medical issues. "Some people look at this as being a crutch, but it is a lifesaver."

Seyler said that according to the Journal, 90 percent of fall victims who get help within the first hour are more likely to remain independent and live in their homes. Beyond that first hour, he said, if people don't get help, only about 10 percent are able to return to and remain in their own homes. "They go into assisted living, or they die," Seyler said.

He noted that Central Pennsylvania counties, including Lycoming, Luzerne and Lackawanna, have fast growing senior populations and that Pennsylvania has one of the largest existing populations of senior citizens in the United States.
According to the 2000 U.S. Census, Pennsylvania had a population of almost 2 million elderly households, the fifth largest senior population in the nation.

The technology that Alert One is donating to McNamara includes a necklace and a wristwatchstyle emergency transmitter, either of which she can wear on her person. Pressing a button on either one of those sends a signal to a main console, which is plugged into an electrical outlet and into the telephone jack. The console sends the call to the company's alert center and is the unit through which their staff can communicate with her.

The console also has a 24hour battery backup that kicks in if the power should out. It automatically recharges again when the power returns. Other, wallmounted transmitters will be placed in strategic places around her home, such as the bathroom, at the bottom of stairs or doorways and can also be pressed in case of an emergency. "They all will cause the console to dial up to one of our six national monitoring centers and a professionally trained operator will open a twoway line to communicate with her," Seyler said.

The transmitter units are 100 percent waterproof and can be worn into the bath, shower, pool or hot tubs, he said. "They have a range of up to 600 feet from the main console, so they cover the house, the yard, the garden or pool, anywhere she may be on her property," he said. At her front door, a small safelike metal box will be placed, called the Vault of Life. It will contain a spare pair of house keys and medical information about her. If she cannot open the door for emergency crews, Alert One can give the crews or police the combination to the safe, helping them get inside more quickly to help her. Only close family members and Alert One operators will have the combination.

McNamara's daughter, Jane Russell, said the alert system is already giving her and the other members of the family peace of mind. "This was very scary," she said. "Something like this happens and it is like your worst nightmare. I was pleasantly surprised by this (donation of services) but I think all of us children would have chipped in to get this for her. We're glad she will have this now."

Russell, who lives in Hughesville, is one of McNamara's four children. The others are Ann Sanders of Farragut, Tom McNamara of Ephrata and David McNamara of New Columbia. Seyler said the service, which includes all the units being donated to McNamara, normally costs $25.95 per month.

"At Alert One, we don't talk about numbers at our meetings, we talk about how many lives we have changed," he said of the 20yearold company. "We focus on how many families we have provided immediate access to help. We focus on testimonies and our praise reports.

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Seniors on Maui Seek More Security and Personal Medical Alarm

2005-08-26T12:00:00.000-05:00

WAILUKU, Maui — The demand for personal alarms, pepper spray and other protection gadgets is spiking here as senior residents respond to four attacks on older women since May 30.

"Today is one of the biggest selling days for pepper spray because of what happened," said Helaman Aiwohi of Uncle Jessie's, a military surplus and martial arts store in Wailuku.

Three Radio Shack stores in Maui stores have sold out of the "Mini Egg," a personal alarm that sells for less than $10. The battery-powered device allows the holder to pull its key ring pin to activate 140 decibels of piercing noise. Radio Shack Hawai'i spokesman Peter Tabilang said Maui customers may still order them.

Pat Layton, 70, said she carries the egg-shaped alarm for safety and has encouraged other Maui seniors to buy them since the first attack occurred three months ago.

Layton, senior coordinator with the social service agency Maui Economic Opportunity Inc., has conducted presentations about the device to 45 Maui senior club presidents and to gatherings of more than 15 senior citizen clubs. Tomorrow, she will be demonstrating the device to a seniors club at the Wailuku Community Center.

"I was so thrilled that it worked out for this woman. But now I'm wondering what's he going to do next? Is he going to become more physical?" Layton said. "A lot of seniors are very, very scared. I mean scared. But there's also the attitude that 'OK, you scared me. Now I'm getting mad.' "

Layton said she intends to continue spreading the word about the alarm.

Read the entire article at http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com

Medical Alarm Watching Over You

2005-08-24T09:21:00.000-05:00

Round-the-clock medical monitoring for at-risk patients could soon be as easy as a flick of the wrist. The MDKeeper, from Tadiran Spectralink, is worn like a watch and integrates various medical sensors, a Siemens GSM/GPRS radio module, and a built-in cellular speakerphone and processing unit to measure and transmit data to caregivers.

Designed for those who need continuous monitoring, such as cardiac and circulatory disease patients, disabled seniors, and the chronically ill, the MDKeeper measures vital signs, including pulse rate, cardiac rhythm (ECG or EKG), and blood oxygen levels. It can either store the data and transmit it to a medical center at a later time or, in the case of an emergency, transmit the information "immediately in real time using the built-in cellular phone while sending an alarm to a caregiver," says Ofer Atzmon, business development manager at Tadiran.

Full article is found at Yahoo News
By Karen Jones - PC Magazine

Why Lifeline Is Number One Choice

2005-08-19T17:42:00.000-05:00

Lifeline claims to be number on choice for medical alarm on their webiste.

When it comes to experience, capabilities and that special caring touch, no other service lives up to the reputation of genuine Lifeline. The service costs little more than a dollar a day, there are no hidden costs, no long-term contracts, and you may discontinue the service at any time.

Lifeline has the largest and most experienced group of response professionals. With the simple press of a button, at any time of the day or night, you or your loved one is quickly connected with a highly trained Lifeline Personal Response Associate. The Associate quickly makes voice contact, reviews the individual's personal and medical profile, assesses the situation and then notifies the appropriate support and medical response team as required. Lifeline's Response Centers, with a staff of over 250 people, are simply the most capable and reliable facilities of their kind.

Lifeline's integrity and commitment to service. Lifeline is a publicly-owned company (you'll find us listed under LIFE on the NASDAQ stock exchange) that is highly regarded for its strength, stability and unwavering commitment to its customers and community. Our continuous investment in training and new technology is also your assurance of the highest levels of service.

From http://www.lifelinesys.com

AlerOne Medical Alarm

2005-08-17T21:28:00.000-05:00

Here is some information about AlertOne Medical Alarm products.

The following is reprinted from AlerOne's Website.

As the nation’s leading supplier and distributor of medical alarms we know personal emergency response systems like no one else. For almost two decades Alert One has provided medical alert system and monitoring services to as many as 300 resellers worldwide. The Most trusted home medical alarm provider in America, our alert products and fall detection devices are preferred by senior citizens, caregivers, home health care companies, other medical alarm system providers, and countless residential customers nationwide. With hundreds of thousands of devices sold and serviced you can be certain that Alert One will be there when you need us.

AlertOne® is a proud member of the A.A.R.P.

Personal Alarm

2005-08-15T06:09:00.000-05:00

Perfect for anyone traveling city streets at night or anyone walking alone in at night, this personal alarm system is easy to use and will scare off anyone who tries to attack. Just pull the pin out of the hole on the top and cover your ears as the high pitched siren will go off until the pin is replaced. With a bonus flashlight button on the side, feel safe walking down those dark streets.

You can read the entire article at http://thecelebritycafe.com/guide/1251.html

A Simple System for a Room-to-room Alert

2005-08-13T08:30:00.000-05:00

We are an older couple and sleep in separate bedrooms. I'd like to have a simple alarm system so my wife could signal me if she has a medical problem during the night.

A wireless doorbell would provide a simple and inexpensive alarm system, but I'm not sure it is the best answer to your problem. A wireless doorbell consists of a push-button transmitter, which could be set up near your wife's bed, and a receiver that can be installed in a separate room. When the button is pushed, the receiver will sound. Some systems are entirely battery-powered; with others, the receiver plugs into an electrical outlet. Installation is simple. Prices start at about $25.

Much more sophisticated medical alarm systems are available and could let you or your wife signal for outside help if there is an emergency while either of you is alone. Most advanced systems are connected to a central station where they are monitored for a monthly fee.

This excerpt is published from an article at http://www.bergen.com

Lifeline Is for Living With Heart Related Ailments

2005-08-10T08:36:00.000-05:00

Lifeline Medical Alarm System

Lifeline provides extra protection from ailments unrelated to falls, particularly for those coping with heart disease. There are many situations in which someone may need immediate assistance but is unable to call for help themselves: a serious heart arrhythmia, chest pain, difficulty breathing, general fatigue, muscle weakness or other serious forms of distress.

Frequent hospital admissions is another common problem for patients with heart failure. That's because managing heart failure at home is a complex task requiring individuals to remember to take medications, to weigh themselves on a regular basis (an indication of fluid retention) and to follow a low sodium diet and exercise plan.

Lifeline with Reminders helps those with heart disease to take better care of themselves and prevent unnecessary emergency room visits and hospital re-admissions.

http://www.lifelinesys.com/

Arm Yourself With a Personal System, for Safety's Sake

2005-08-08T15:00:00.000-05:00

A personal alarm is a practical and sensible way to enhance your security. Personal alarms are small, portable devices that are worn or carried. In the event of an assault, or the threat of an assault, the alarm may be triggered. Following are some things to consider when choosing a personal security alarm.

The key feature of an alarm is the sound it emits, according to the Suzy Lamplugh Trust, a charitable foundation that promotes personal safety and works with police, schools and businesses to prevent personal violence. To be effective in deterring an attack, the sound must be very loud. Loud enough to shock, startle and perhaps stun an attacker. The sound must be perceptibly different from sounds common in your environment. The Lamplugh Trust advises that the most effective sound is continuous and exceeds 130 decibels.

Additional features to look for:

Carrying ease. It should fit easily in the palm of your hand. This consideration should be balanced against the need for a loud, shrill alarm; some of the smaller devices are not as loud. Dainty is not as critical as decibels.

Read the entire article at http://www.fortwayne.com

Caregivers: Is it Time for a Medical Alarm for a Special Senior in your Life?

2005-07-27T10:45:00.000-05:00

Lifeline now offers a needs assessment questionnaire to help determine if it’s time to use an emergency personal response system to ensure the safety and independence of your family’s elder loved ones.

FRAMINGHAM, MA (PRWEB) July 20, 2005 -- Knowing whether it’s safe for an older family member to continue to live alone isn’t any easy decision to make. What will happen if they fall – or feel threatened by some other age-related medical condition and can’t reach the telephone to call for help? Lifeline Systems, Inc., the leading provider of medical alarm services in the United States and Canada, has developed a 9-point needs assessment questionnaire to be used as a guide to evaluate if and when a parent or loved one may need a medical alarm in order to maintain their independence.

The interactive quiz is available at the website www.timeforamedicalalarm.com. Caregivers are directed to answer nine questions with a yes or no response. Questions asked include their loved one’s overall health, existing health problems or concerns, recent hospitalization, time home alone, use of assistive devices, medication, and their ability to handle day-to-day grooming and care. The results are tallied and then give the caregiver information as to whether a medical alarm is an urgent need, elevated need, moderate need, or limited need.

Lifeline Systems has been the leading provider of personal medical alert response services in the United States for over 30 years. Lifeline is the preferred provider of medical alarm services to members of the Visiting Nurses Associations of America, and to thousands of leading doctors and hospitals. In addition, the Lifeline service is available through select chapters of the American Red Cross.

"Lifeline System's new site www.timeforamedicalalarm.com is extremely useful for caregivers and homebound elderly patients who are trying to assess their need for a medical alarm," says Carolyn S. Markey, President and CEO of Visiting Nurse Associations of America.

"Visiting Nurses created home healthcare more than 100 years ago, so no one is more experienced when it comes to delivering compassionate and cost-effective home care. Lifeline’s personal emergency medical response is a service we frequently recommend to people who wish to continue to live independently for as long as they can."

According to the Department of Health & Human Services Administration on Aging (AoA) the older population--persons 65 years or older--numbered 35.9 million in 2003 representing 12.3% of the U.S. population, about one in every eight Americans. By 2030, there will be about 71.5 million older persons, which will account for 20% of the population.

"Many of us have loved ones who are elderly and it is often difficult to both know and admit that they might need the additional assistance and security of a medical alarm,” commented Yasmin Mheiny, a Lifeline System’s expert specializing in occupational therapy and needs of the elderly. “Lifeline is the first to create a unique, comprehensive tool to help caregivers deal with a sensitive topic that is often met with resistance and one which they may have been avoiding or just not certain how best to address.”

With the simple press of a waterproof button, at any time of the day or night, the user is quickly connected with a highly trained Lifeline Personal Response Associate. The Associate makes voice contact through the Lifeline speakerphone, reviews the individual's personal and medical profile, assesses her situation and then notifies a family member, neighbor, or appropriate support and medical response team as the situation requires.

Lifeline personal response and support services offer:

• Immediate response by caring and highly-trained Personal Response Associates —24 hours a day/365 days a year.

• State-of-the-art equipment made by Lifeline.

• Lightweight, waterproof personal help button that can be worn as a pendant or on the wrist.

• CarePartner Telephone option with larger number buttons and personalized reminders to help manage medications, diet, exercise and appointments.

• No minimum service commitment, all at a cost of little more than a dollar a day.

To take the needs assessment quiz, visit Lifeline medical alarm, visit www.lifelinesystems.com, or call 800-380-3111.

About Lifeline Systems, Inc.
Established in 1974, Lifeline Systems is the leading provider of personal response services and emergency call systems in the United States and Canada. As of March 31, 2005, the Company supported more than 433,000 subscribers from its response centers in Massachusetts, Ontario and Quebec. Lifeline also supplies emergency response equipment and services to owners and developers of independent living, assisted living and continuing care retirement communities across North America. To people who live alone or in senior living communities, the Company provides reassurance and peace of mind with dedicated, well-trained people, advanced technology and a nationwide support structure to achieve service excellence. The Company is committed to affording its subscribers and residents the dignity, privacy and respect to which they are entitled. For more information about Lifeline Systems, visit www.lifelinesystems.com

Emergency Response Center

2005-07-15T20:38:00.000-05:00

There are two types of emergency response centers - provider-based and manufacturer-based. Provider-based centers usually are located in the user's local area and are operated by hospitals or social service agencies. Manufacturer-based operations usually have one national center. Sometimes, consumers who purchase systems can choose between provider-based and manufacturer-based centers, but consumers who rent systems from a Personal Emergency Response System manufacturer usually must use its national center.

Purchasing, Renting, or Leasing a A Personal Emergency Response System (PERS)

A PERS can be purchased, rented, or leased. Neither Medicare nor Medicaid, in most states, will pay for the purchase of equipment, nor will most insurance companies. The few insurance companies that do pay require a doctor's recommendation. Some hospitals and social service agencies may subsidize fees for low-income users. Purchase prices for a PERS normally range from $200 to more than $1,500. However, some consumers have reported paying $4,000 to $5,000 for a PERS. You also will have to pay an installation fee and a monthly monitoring charge which may cost from $10 to $30.

Rentals are available through national manufacturers, local distributors, hospitals, and social service agencies. Monthly fees may range from $15 to $50 and usually include the monitoring service.

Lease agreements can be long-term or lease-to-purchase. If you lease, review the contract carefully before signing. Make special note of cancellation clauses, which may require you to pay a cancellation fee or other charges.

Before purchasing, renting, or leasing a system, check the unit for defects. Ask to see the warranty and service contract and get any questions resolved. Ask about the repair policy. Find out how to arrange for a replacement or repair if a malfunction occurs.

If a PERS salesperson solicits you by phone, and you are interested in the device, ask for information about prices, system features, and services. You can then use the information to comparison shop among other PERS providers. If the salesperson is reluctant to provide information except through an in-home visit, you may want to consider doing business with another company. In-home sales visits can be high pressure, and the salesperson may urge you to buy before you are ready to make a decision.

Before doing business with companies selling PERS, you may want to contact your local consumer protection agency, state Attorney General's Office, and Better Business Bureau (BBB). Ask if any complaints have been filed against the companies you are considering. You also may want to get recommendations from friends, neighbors, or relatives who use emergency response systems.

Shopping Checklist

To help you shop for a PERS that meets your needs, consider the following suggestions:

Check out several systems before making a decision.
Find out if you can use the system with other response centers. For example, can you use the same system if you move?
Ask about the pricing, features, and servicing of each system and compare costs.
Make sure the system is easy to use.
Test the system to make sure it works from every point in and around your home. Make sure nothing interferes with transmissions.
Read your purchase, rental, or lease agreement carefully before signing.

Questions to Ask the Response Center

You also may want to ask questions about the response center:

Is the monitoring center available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week?
What is the average response time?
What kind of training does the center staff receive?
What procedures does the center use to test systems in your home? How often are tests conducted?

The FTC works for the consumer to prevent fraudulent, deceptive and unfair business practices in the marketplace and to provide information to help consumers spot, stop and avoid them. To file a complaint or to get free information on consumer issues, visit www.ftc.gov or call toll-free, 1-877-FTC-HELP (1-877-382-4357); TTY: 1-866-653-4261. The FTC enters Internet, telemarketing, identity theft and other fraud-related complaints into Consumer Sentinel, a secure, online database available to hundreds of civil and criminal law enforcement agencies in the U.S. and abroad.

Personal Emergency Response Systems

2005-07-15T20:36:00.000-05:00

Medical Alarm Device

A Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) is an electronic device designed to let you summon help in an emergency. If you are a disabled or an older person living alone, you may be thinking about buying a PERS (also called a Medical Emergency Response System).
How a PERS Works

A PERS has three components: a small radio transmitter (a help button carried or worn by the user); a console connected to the user's telephone; and an emergency response center that monitors calls.

When emergency help (medical, fire, or police) is needed, the PERS user presses the transmitter's help button. It sends a radio signal to the console. The console automatically dials one or more pre-selected emergency telephone numbers. Most systems can dial out even if the phone is in use or off the hook. (This is called "seizing the line.") Most PERS are programmed to telephone an emergency response center where the caller is identified. The center will try to determine the nature of the emergency. Center staff also may review your medical history and check to see who should be notified.

If the center cannot contact you or determine whether an emergency exists, it will alert emergency service providers to go to your home. With most systems, the center will monitor the situation until the crisis is resolved.

Transmitters

Transmitters are light-weight, battery-powered devices that are activated by pressing one or two buttons. They can be worn on a chain around the neck or on a wrist band, or they can be carried on a belt or in a pocket. Because the transmitter is battery-powered, the batteries must be checked periodically to ensure they work. Some units have an indicator to help you know when to change batteries.

The Console

The console acts as an automatic dialing machine and sends the emergency alert through the phone lines. It works with any private telephone line and generally does not require rewiring. If you have more than one phone extension, a special jack or wiring may be required to enable the console to seize the line.

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http://www.ftc.gov

Lifefone Personal Response Services

2005-07-01T07:39:00.000-05:00

Medical Alert System from Lifefone

Lifefone provides personal medical emergency alarm devices that are monitored 24/7 to allow independence, security and fast response at the press of a panic button.

LifeFone has been an innovator in providing security and peace of mind to thousands of people throughout the US and Canada since 1976. Utilizing the latest information technology and our continued commitment to "personal" response, LifeFone is in the forefront of the healthcare communications industry.

LifeFone gives individuals instant access to caring, compassionate help 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Subscribers can directly contact our specially trained LifeFone staff with the simple push of a button. And LifeFone helps to maintain their Subscribers' independence and overall quality of life by ensuring early intervention in emergency situations.

As a leading provider of Personal Response Services, LifeFone is recommended by healthcare providers throughout North America. These providers include: hospitals, area agencies on aging, home health care providers, social workers and geriatric care managers. LifeFone is an integral part of their overall care program.

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http://www.lifefone.com
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American Medical Alert System Device

2005-06-30T16:41:00.000-05:00

Medical Alert System Device

American Medical Alert Corporation (NASDAQ: AMAC), a provider of healthcare communication services and advanced home health monitoring technologies, today announced the acquisition of the operating assets of Long Island Message Center, Inc. ("LIMC") by its HCI subsidiary. LIMC is a long standing, privately held telephone answering service (TAS) specializing in the provision of services to medical group practices and clinics. LIMC's service area includes Nassau and Suffolk Counties, thereby extending the customer base and geographic scope of H-LINK(R) OnCall, AMAC's TAS reporting segment.

Howard M. Siegel, Chief Executive Officer speaking on behalf of AMAC, commented, "LIMC is our fourth strategic acquisition designed to increase our market share in the healthcare communications business. AMAC's scalable communications infrastructure will allow LIMC customers to receive a host of value added services while establishing a stronger foothold for AMAC to market to the Long Island customer base. We have begun to migrate LIMC customers onto AMAC's advanced telephony platform and expect to complete such process during the next ninety (90) days to maximize efficiencies within our organization."

Lawrence Dowd, LIMC's President, stated, "We welcome the opportunity to become a meaningful contributor within the AMAC organization. With the improved suite of products and increased capacity now available through AMAC's H-LINK(R) On Call, we can offer a new level of advanced communications to existing customers while expanding our target market to groups not previously within our reach. This is an excellent opportunity for both companies and we look forward to maintaining positive momentum going forward."

About Long Island Message Center

Long Island Message Center (LIMC) is an independent, owner operated telephone answering service situated in Babylon, N.Y. Founded in the 1950's, the company's primary product is high quality, live operator telephone answering service solutions which permits the company to respond specifically to the unique telephone answering and call out requirements of each of its customers.

About American Medical Alert Corp.

AMAC is a national provider of remote health monitoring devices and 24/7 communication services designed to promote early medical intervention and improve quality of life for senior, disabled and chronically ill populations. AMAC's product and service offerings include Personal Emergency Response Systems (PERS), electronic medication reminder devices, disease management monitoring appliances and 24/7 medical on-call and emergency response monitoring. AMAC operates several National Medical On-Call and Communication Centers allowing access to trained response professionals 24/7.

This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "may," "will," "expect," "believe," "estimate," "anticipate," "continue," or similar terms, variations of those terms or the negative of those terms. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements are set forth in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-KSB, the Company's Quarterly Reports on Forms 10-QSB, and other filings and releases. These include uncertainties relating to government regulation, technological changes, our expansion plans and product liability risks.

Emergency Response System

2005-06-29T07:56:00.000-05:00

Medical Alert System, Response Link

THE VILLAGES - Living independently is what many seniors strive to do for as long as they can, and with Response Link, a personal 24-hour emergency response system, residents can press a button on a wrist or necklace pendant if they have fallen, feel ill or unsafe, and help will immediately be on its way.

Response Link is endorsed by, and in partnership with, The Villages Regional Hospital, said Ken Peach, director of community relations and marketing for the hospital.

"This is really an assurance device," Peach said. "It provides peace of mind."

"I love the service and I see how it saves lives," said Rosemary Suranyi, program manager of Response Link for The Villages Regional Hospital and regional marketing director for the service in Marion, Lake and Sumter counties.

Response Link is a new service offered through the hospital, and 10 residents have subscribed for it to date, Suranyi said.

You can read the entire article at http://www.thevillagesdailysun.com

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By THERESA CAMPBELL, DAILY SUN

Treat That Special Senior Dad to the Gift of Independence and Peace of Mind with a Lifeline Medical Alert

2005-06-28T07:55:00.000-05:00

Medical Alarm System

Framingham, MA (PRWEB) June 15, 2005 -- On Father’s Day, the day set aside for men ranging from new dads to great grand dads, some special men with senior status deserve a gift with value substantially more than that of a tie, money clip or new gardening tool. The gift of a special pendant or wrist band, a Lifeline personal help button, allows these older men to continue to live safely and independently in their own home, surrounded by the security and stability they have built over time. By bringing a Lifeline personal emergency response system into their home, many older men are able to put off the difficulty and frustrating of having to leave their treasured collections, established routines, gardens, friends and pets behind when they must move to an assisted living facility or nursing home.

Lifeline Systems has been the leading provider of personal response services in the United States for over 30 years. Lifeline is the preferred provider of medical alert services to members of the Visiting Nurses Associations of America, and to thousands of leading doctors and hospitals. In addition, the Lifeline service is available through select chapters of the American Red Cross.

With the simple press of a waterproof button, at any time of the day or night, the user is quickly connected with a highly trained Lifeline Personal Response Associate. The Associate makes voice contact through the Lifeline speakerphone, reviews the individual's personal and medical profile, assesses her situation and then notifies a family member, neighbor, or appropriate support and medical response team as the situation requires.

“After my mom died my sisters and I were certain that our Dad would want to move into a nearby assisted living facility to be with his brother and to eliminate any extra house work and maintenance,” writes a daughter of a Lifeline subscriber. “While he was terribly sad that my mom wasn’t around, my Dad is a proud man and insisted that he be able to stay in his home of 37 years. He told us he was not going to move away from the town he’d grown up in and leave the life he’d established there. The social worker at the hospital suggested that we look into Lifeline. It has offered us the perfect solution giving dad his freedom and ability to stay at home and has given us the comfort of knowing he can press a button and Lifeline will alert us as well as get him immediate help if he needs it.”

Lifeline personal response and support services offer:

Immediate response by caring and highly-trained Personal Response Associates—24 hours a day/365 days a year- State-of-the-art equipment made by Lifeline
Lightweight, waterproof personal help button that can be worn as a pendant or on the wrist
CarePartner Telephone option with larger number buttons and personalized reminders to help manage medications, diet, exercise and appointments
No minimum service commitment, all at a cost of little more than a dollar a day

For more information about getting a Lifeline medical alert for dad in time for Father’s Day, visit www.lifelinesystems.com, or call 800-380-3111.

About Lifeline Systems, Inc.:
Established in 1974, Lifeline Systems is the leading provider of personal response services and emergency call systems in the United States and Canada. As of March 31, 2005, the Company supported more than 433,000 subscribers from its response centers in Massachusetts, Ontario and Quebec. Lifeline also supplies emergency response equipment and services to owners and developers of independent living, assisted living and continuing care retirement communities across North America. To people who live alone or in senior living communities, the Company provides reassurance and peace of mind with dedicated, well-trained people, advanced technology and a nationwide support structure to achieve service excellence. The Company is committed to affording its subscribers and residents the dignity, privacy and respect to which they are entitled. For more information about Lifeline Systems, visit www.lifelinesystems.com.

Lifeline Systems Places in Boston Business Journal's 3rd Annual “Best Places to Work in Massachusetts”

2005-06-27T05:35:00.000-05:00

Lifeline Medical Alarm

Boston, MA (PRWEB) June 27, 2005 -- Boston Business Journal has named Lifeline Systems one of the Best Places to Work in Massachusetts, in its third annual regional awards program. The award recognizes the company's achievements in creating a positive work environment that attracts and retains employees through a combination of employee satisfaction, working conditions and company culture.

Lifeline Systems has been the leading provider of personal response services in the United States for over 30 years. Lifeline is the preferred provider of medical alert services to members of the Visiting Nurses Associations of America, and to thousands of leading doctors and hospitals.

“Our results validate how the creation of the right corporate culture can create powerful business advantages,” said George Donnelly, Boston Business Journal editor. “Employees are proud to work for companies that are about more than just business.”

The Framingham-based company was one of more than 240 companies to qualify for consideration, making the top 20 list in its size category based on the results of employee-satisfaction surveys taken throughout the spring.

“Lifeline's culture is about caring and respect for each other and for our subscribers,” said Ellen Berezin, Vice President of Human Resources. “We are truly grateful to each and every employee for practicing our values daily and thereby creating such a special place to work.”

Companies were evaluated on the results of more than 18,000 employee-satisfaction surveys which included questions on their pride in the company, company encouragement, support and recognition of achievement, and relationships with co-workers and supervisors.

“Accommodating employees' personal needs pays back dividends of loyalty and productivity,” noted BBJ publisher Mike Olivieri. “The companies we selected are all winners because they acknowledge that the care of their employees is instrumental in maintaining the quality and reputation for services and products.”

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About Lifeline Systems, Inc.
Established in 1974, Lifeline Systems is the leading provider of personal response services and emergency call systems in the United States and Canada. For more information about Lifeline Systems, visit www.lifelinesystems.com or call 800-380-3111.

Personal Response System with Two-Way Voice from ADT

2005-06-24T19:17:00.000-05:00

Medical Alarm System from ADT

The medical monitoring system includes an attractive base unit and one personal help button.

You can choose either:

Wristband
Pendant
Stationary Button

ADT Companion Services Personal Response System features:

Easy-to-use wireless and waterproof Personal Help Button
Durable, attractive base unit
Two-way voice intercom
Easy one-button phone answering with a speaker phone base unit
Five Customer Monitoring Centers with Monitoring Specialists trained in senior sensitivity

Plus these convenience features:

Push-button phone answer
High- and low-temperature sensors that send an alert when unsafe levels are detected
Long-range capabilities — up to 300 feet — for safe, confident use outside
Back-up battery

* includes professional installation by a specially trained ADT representative (in most areas).

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ADT - http://www.adt.com

Medical Alarms Can Save Your Life

2005-06-24T19:05:00.000-05:00

Medical alarms have spread in the past decade around the whole world. As the demographic pyramid inverts and the elderly become a more and more significant part of the population in Western developed countries, and as longevity gains ground as a factor in our social equation, medical alarms conceived for this sector of people have been sold by millions. The image of an elderly man or woman wearing a more or less concealed panic button device has become familiar to us all. If they fall or feel suddenly sick, they just need to ring the bell and help will come.

Now, the theory is simple but making a truly functional alarm is a much complicated story. Who needs to be alerted? What information needs to be transmitted instantly to the alert unit? Will the medical alarm user be traced to the very location where he or she is, by means of GPS technology, or will the alarm just work at home?

Medical alarms can be sophisticated to enormous complexity, or they can be kept simple. Some alarms can even produce an injection into the patient's body at crisis moments, thus allowing him or her to have immediate access to the needed medicine. Others may be perimeter alert devices telling the carers if an amnesic or self-injuring patient has left a certain area. Children, mental patients and severe chronic patients may all benefit from various types of medical alarm devices, which are no longer reserved to senior citizens.

The Medical Alarm Site provides independent and up-to-date information on medical alarm systems and devices, and thus helps the public at large to see if they need an alarm for themselves or a relative, and if so, which kind. The Medical Alarm Site also provides an international listing of manufacturers.

The publishing company welcomes SEO-related enquiries by webmasters and Internet marketeers for joint promotion, non-reciprocal link exchange and other co-operation options.

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http://www.aboutmedicalalarm.com/ - (OPENPRESS) June 21, 2005

Check Your Medical Alert Systems

2005-06-13T06:03:00.000-05:00

87-year-old Jewel Wig has had a LifeLine Medical Alert System in her home for 11 years. Wig says, "It's very much a security. I'm by myself and if something happens, I know, I'll always have that to take care of it."

LifeLine has 585 Medical Alert Systems in Madison and surrounding counties. And if you have one, you can get help from HEMSI in about 20 seconds. That's if the system works. And you can make sure it does, by checking the system once a month. Teri Patterson of LifeLine says, "That way, they make sure the battery in the button is good and the battery in the box is good, the communicator that communicates with our dispatch center or any dispatch center."

But even with good batteries, the system can go down. But only if your phone goes dead. Patterson says, "If the phone system is down, then your life line is down. But as long as you have a phone line, you have life line whether the power is out or not."

And that's the security Jewel Wig depends on every day.

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Tom Woodard - NewsChannel 19 - http://www.whnt.com

Medical Alert And Medical Alarm Monitoring By Connect America

2005-06-11T16:29:00.000-05:00

With a Connect America medical alarm, help is always just the press of a button away. Every Month hundreds ofAmerican Seniors trust a Medical Alarm system and Medical Alert Monitoring from Connect America.

We Provide Monitored Medic Alarm Systems with 24 Hour UL Approved Central Station Medical Alert Monitoring.

The FREE Medical Alarm System Equipment and Medical Alert System is easy to install with the 5 Minute Med AlertSystem setup.

No Installation is required and No Salesmen will ever visit.

The Simple medical / medic security systems. A Medical Alert Alarm for seniors or home bound individuals includes a Medical Pendent Panic Button. This can be worn as a necklace, bracelet or clip-on belt. All three medical alarm buttonattachments come standard with every alert system.

Medical Alarm By ConnectAmerica.com, LLC - Connect America Medical Alert Medic Alarm Company - http://www.medicalalarm.com/

With a Medical Alert You Can Continue to Live Safely in Your Own Home

2005-06-08T23:38:00.000-05:00

Medical Alarm from Pioneer Emergency

Have you ever felt unsafe in your home? Are you worried about a fall or injury and not being able to reach a phone? Have you had a heart attack, stroke, or fall? Are you concerned that a costly nursing home may be the only option?

Imagine, instead, living safely at home. Because with a personal medical alert system you have the power to summon help in an emergency twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. The Pioneer Bodyguard (a personal emergency response system) can mean the difference between life and death. Don't become a statistic; with today's medical alert technology you never have to be alone. Just one toll-free phone call 1 (800) 274-8274 is all it takes to get a Pioneer Bodyguard, so you can maintain your independence and live safely at home.

By wearing a small, medical alert pendant around your neck, you will have instant access (from any room of your house) to the button that will summon the paramedics. Simply press and the pendant uses radio frequencies to tell the base station a problem has arisen. The base dials our monitoring center, staffed by trained professionals every day of the year. The monitoring center then talks directly to you, turning your entire house into a loud speaker phone. The monitoring station can then summon the paramedics, or call your family, per your wishes.

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By Pioneer Emergency - http://www.pioneeremergency.com 1 800 274 - 8274

Medical Alert System from Connect America Saves Georgia Grandmother

2005-05-23T07:21:00.000-05:00

Edith G. of Conyers, GA has reason to thank her Grand kids. "This button is a wonderful thing" she said with gratitude after she fell at home and used the medical alert button her grand kids purchased for her as a gift.

(PRWEB) May 19, 2005 -- Edith, a loving grandmother from Conyers, Georgia, experienced what, according to the CDC, 33% of seniors over 65 experience every Year, a fall at home.

"I went out to my porch to get my lunch and went to come back in my door and I stumbled and fell in the doorway and couldn't get up and after trying to get up by myself I could not so I mashed my button on my arm."

The medical alert button she pushed activated the base medical alarm unit. This action opens up the lines of communication between Edith's base unit and our UL approved monitoring facility. We immediately communicate with Edith via the two-way voice whole-house intercom contained in the base unit.

She continued, "I got a response very quickly. I am very proud and thankful I have your service"

With a tone of sincere gratitude, she concluded "I would have laid there for … Lord, I don't know how long I would have laid there. This button is a wonderful thing to have. My granddaughter and grandson got me the most wonderful gift they could have ever given me. God Bless them for loving me that much and God Bless the people for having the knowledge enough for this. This is a miracle for older people like myself."

For more information about Medical Alert Alarms visit Connect America Medical Alarm Company online at http://www.ConnectAmerica.com or check out our Internet Special offers at http://www.MedicalAlarm.com

ConnectAmerica.com, LLC
1990 Sproul Road
Broomall, PA. 19008
Telephone: 1-800-906-0872

Seniors’ Safety Advocate Extends Services to Include Lifeline Systems Medical Alarm Service

2005-05-20T05:58:00.000-05:00

With addition of Lifeline Systems' medical alarm service, www.SafeHome.net becomes most complete supplier of one-stop internet shopping for home safety, medical alert, smoke detector systems, information about technology to protect seniors, others.

With the addition to its offering of the Lifeline® medical alarm service, an Atlanta-based safety advocate has solidified www.SafeHome.net as the leading one-stop Internet source for a host of products and information about home and personal safety, technology and medical alert systems.

Richard Blackwell, founder and CEO of www.SafeHome.net, is the inventor of the revolutionary NeighborLink ™ Fire and Safety System that includes 'No Fee' personal safety warning systems, emergency medical systems and an improved smoke detector, all of which incorporate traditional Neighborhood Watch concepts of community involvement with NeighborLink's ™ innovative and highly cost-effective technology.

The innovative smoke detector, for example, is activated not only in the location struck by fire, but can alert an unlimited number of neighbors within a 300-foot radius of the fact that a fire is occurring, even without anyone being in the site of the fire or if they are unable to respond themselves and alert neighbors.

"Now, with the addition to our offering of the Lifeline service, the leading medical alarm service in the United States, we complete our 'one-stop' offerings of a total offering of vitally important and often live-saving products, all available from a single source on the Internet," Blackwell says.

"All the elements of NeighborLink ™ are highly cost-effective tools that ensure the basic personal and medical safety needs of a large segment of our population—especially seniors who often face isolation—are met," Blackwell explains. He notes that the products have been received enthusiastically by seniors and family caregivers.

At the same time, we welcome the opportunity to offer the Lifeline service and its proven high quality products as a natural extension of www.SafeHome.net 's interest in and commitment to making security and fire system technology to a larger number of people that can enjoy the security and peace of mind that comes from our product offerings.

"The Lifeline service, coupled with our extended educational and outreach efforts, and our NeighborLink ™ products, empower our clients to make the best purchase decision based upon knowledge and access to a wide range of products and information not available from any other single source."

Blackwell is a leading spokesperson on technology and safety, working with various organizations and projects across the nation, including being the leader of a move for the establishment of a National Seniors' Safety Month in November, coinciding with National Family Caregivers Month. He has most recently extended the scope of www.SafeHome.net to include the latest news about products and technology that can improve people’s safety, a part of the site’s educational outreach.

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Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) April 20, 2005

Updated Medical Alarm Guide Helps Seniors Compare Medical Alarm

2005-05-10T06:46:00.000-05:00

The Medical Alarm Guide, produced by the American Values Network, compares three medical alarm systems that protect thousands of senior citizens.

i-Newswire, 2005-05-02 - Searching the Internet for information when considering the purchase of a medical alarm can be time consuming and result in a great deal of misinformation.

The American Values Network, a family oriented information group, has solved much of that problem with the newly updated Medical Alarm Guide which provides information and advice about medical alarm systems and monitoring services, how to operate a medical alarm and medical alarm features.

As the population of healthy senior citizens increases, more seniors are choosing to live alone in their own homes. This creates a dilema for adult children who worry about their aging parents, yet have such busy schedules that ensuring a parent is safe isn't the easiest thing to manage.

The most popular solution to this dilema is the purchase of a personal emergency response system, commonly referred to as a medical alarm. A medical alarm provides the owner with a wireless emergency call button, often called a panic button, which triggers an auto-dialing console that contacts a 24 hour medical emergency monitoring center.

Emergency response monitors evaluate the situation in the home and determine whether to call emergency response personnel, family, or friends to provide whatever assistance might be needed.

The Medical Alarm Guide provides a clear and complete review of the Linear PERS-2400 system distributed by MedicalAlert-USA, the LifeLine Systems medical alarm,and the Pioneer Bodyguard system. These three systems offer consumers broad price and value ranges to consider.

The updated Medical Alarm Guide provides more detailed and complete information than was previously offered. The objective of the Guide is to offer seniors, or anyone considering the purchase of a medical alarm, an unbiased evaluation of these three highly popular systems.

For those who need more detailed information about medical alarms, the American Values Network also sponsors the Medical Alarm FAQ, written and maintained by Ron Dermer, an EMS technician who has first hand experience with the life saving value a medical alarm can offer.

With so much hype and misinformation on the Internet about medical alarms, the American Values Network welcomes anyone who might have interest in purchasing a medical alarm to visit the Medical Alarm Guide and Medical Alarm FAQ before making a buying decision.

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American Values Network
Kansas City, MO.
Ray Dillard

Lifewatch Slashes Prices Back to 1980

2005-05-03T05:15:00.000-05:00

Lifewatch, a leading medical alarm provider is celebrating the companys 25th anniversary. To mark the milestone the Lifewatch has embarked on a price reduction program. For a limited time the company is offering its established services for just$19.95 per month.

Lifewatch is also using the celebration period to announce the introduction of the long awaited "cellular medical alarm with GPS".

Thanks to this new technically enhanced productLifewatch subscribers can now get help anywhere in the US.

The new Lifewatch GPS cellular device gives seniors and children the freedon and confidence to go anywhere with out worrying about being alone in an emergency.

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Lifewatch has been providing peace of mind for seniors who live alone with medical alarms amd personal emergency response systems since 1980.Contact Info: Contact Evan at 1-800-716-1433 for more info.

Lifeline Personal Medical Alarm Now Offers A Reassuring Voice To Seniors

2005-04-14T09:04:00.000-05:00

Lifeline Systems, the company that first invented the personal medical alarm 30 years ago, and which today helps over 400,000 seniors or disabled people to age with dignity and live with greater independence in their own homes, now offers telephone reassurance and reminders as well.

The Lifeline CarePartner® Telephone With Reminders not only provides immediate access to the Lifeline Personal Response Service when needed, but it also offers several other features to enhance the everyday quality of life for both users and their caregivers. The Telephone’s key added feature is that it can be set up to record and play up 6 personalized daily, weekly or one-time reminders. These telephone reassurance messages and reminders which are recorded remotely from any touch-tone phone by a caregiver, can be used to provide messages about taking medication, keeping appointments, eating well, exercising... or simply expressing love and support.

Complete information on the Lifeline CarePartner Telephone can be found at:
http://www.lifelinesys.com/content/how-lifeline-works/carepartner-reminders.jsp
Other features that are included with the Lifeline CarePartner Telephone include:

- Dial Announce that clearly speaks each number as it is dialed, along with large backlit buttons to aid those with vision or dexterity impairments.

- Lifeline VoiceClock™ clearly speaks the time of day with a single press of a button

- TelAssure reminds users to check in with the response center at least once a month

- Adjustable high-volume speakerphone with hearing aid compatible handset and ringer volume controls

- Remote call answering lets users answer their phones just by pressing the Personal Help Button and using the speakerphone function. This eliminates the need to rush to answer a call—helping to prevent possible falls.

- 24 hours of battery backup in the event of a power outage, ensuring help is still available at the press of a button.

- Immediate access to the Lifeline Personal Response Service when needed.

The CarePartner Telephone works with either Lifeline's Slimline™ or Classic™ Pendant Personal Help Button and is yet another example of why more caregivers trust Lifeline Personal Medical Alarm to look after their loved ones. Lifeline is proud to be the preferred provider of personal response services to members of the Visiting Nurse Associations of America, and to thousands of leading hospitals across the country. In addition, the Lifeline Personal Response Service is also available through select chapters of the American Red Cross.

When it comes to experience, no other personal response service compares to Lifeline. The service costs little more than a dollar a day, there are no hidden costs, no long-term contracts, and subscribers may discontinue the service at any time.

New Simple Medical Alarm

2005-03-26T07:36:00.000-05:00

The idea is simple. If you need help, simply press one button and be connected to a live Personal Assistant standing by just for your call anytime or anywhere.

Tell the Personal Assistant what you need and they will stay on the phone with you until your problem is solved. If you don't know where you are, your Personal Assistant may be able to pinpoint your location to within just a few feet.

In response to the huge demand from independent seniors - and their often distant family members - Clayton Communications, Inc. has introduced the world's first SafeGuardian One Button Medical Alarm Cell Phone.

SafeGuardian One Button Medical Alarm Cell Phone is a small, lightweight battery powered cell phone with a built-in GPS locator. The most impressive feature is that it is designed to go wherever you do. Clip it to your belt, drop in into a purse or move it between vehicles, it provides one button protection and convenience even when you are miles from home.

The device is activated with just one push of the single oversized red "call" button on the front. Within seconds, a live "personal assistant & emergency dispatcher" answers the call 24 hours a day. The personal assistant can immediately dispatch local police, fire, paramedics or roadside assistance and much more.

The cell phone is "GPS-enabled" allowing the assistance center professionals to perform a "locate" in the event emergency assistance is dispatched to help the caller, if the caller is lost or in need of directions. When a clear view of the sky is available, the built-in GPS locator is accurate to within 30 feet.

"If you need help and call "911" from your regular cell phone, the 911 operator does not know who you are, where you are or have access to any information about you. Additionally, 911 service is reserved for true emergencies only." said Thomas C. Franks, President of Clayton Communications, Inc., "The SafeGuardian Personal Assistant who answers your call addresses you by name, has all your important information that you have provided at their fingertips (names, phone numbers, medical information, etc) and are waiting to provide whatever assistance you may need."

Designed for much more than just emergencies, the SafeGuardian One Button Medical Alarm Cell Phone also provides a wide variety of safety and convenience features. Callers can request to be connected to anyone worldwide, store important information (names, telephone numbers, medical information, etc) for quick contact, receive turn-by-turn driving directions and even request location and directions to any local business or facility including hospitals, doctors, dentists, restaurants, gas stations, hotels, etc.

The device is small (5" x 2" x 1"), lightweight (6 ounces), and uses commonly available lithium batteries (no charging required) that can last for months. It retails for $199 and the monthly service plan is just $34.95. The company offers free activation and free emergency calls. Non-emergency and optional concierge calls are $1.25/minute.

"Independent, active seniors also are finding the phone is a great companion when they are alone. They like the ease of use and the feeling of safety and security they feel knowing they can get assistance anytime and anywhere with the push of one button" continues Mr. Franks, "It truly makes a great gift for any aging parent who would never buy or use a regular cell phone."
http://www.claytoncommunications.com/

SafeGuardian™ Medical Alarm One Button Safety Cell Phone Works Anywhere and is Now Only $99

2005-03-04T07:25:00.000-05:00

Until now, medical alarm systems for seniors were only for in and around the home. Independent seniors had no quick & easy way to call for assistance once they left the home. The SafeGuardian™ One Button Medical Alarm Safety Cell Phone + GPS Locator is the first completely mobile medical alarm system that works virtually anywhere.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) February 24, 2005 -- Clayton Communications, Inc. announced today that, due to tremendous demand for its new SafeGuardian™ One Button Medical Alarm Cell Phone, it has reduced the price to $99. Previously, the MSRP of the device was $299.

The idea for the SafeGuardian™ One Button Medical Alarm Cell Phone is simple. If you need help, simply press one button and be connected to a live Personal Assistant standing by just for your call anytime or anywhere.

Tell the Personal Assistant what you need and they will stay on the phone with you until your problem is solved. If you don’t know where you are, your Personal Assistant may be able to pinpoint your location to within just a few feet.

SafeGuardian™ One Button Medical Alarm Cell Phone is a small, lightweight battery powered cell phone with a built-in GPS locator. The most impressive feature is that it is designed to go wherever you do. Clip it to your belt, drop in into a purse or move it between vehicles, it provides one button protection and convenience even when you are miles from home.

The device is activated with just one push of the single oversized red “call” button on the front. Within seconds, a live “personal assistant & emergency dispatcher” answers the call 24 hours a day. The personal assistant can immediately dispatch local police, fire, paramedics or roadside assistance and much more.

The cell phone is “GPS–enabled” allowing the assistance center professionals to perform a “locate” in the event emergency assistance is dispatched to help the caller, if the caller is lost or in need of directions. When a clear view of the sky is available, the built-in GPS locator is accurate to within 30 feet.

“If you need help and call “911” from your regular cell phone, the 911 operator does not know who you are, where you are or have access to any information about you. Additionally, 911 service is reserved for true emergencies only.” said Thomas C. Franks, President of Clayton Communications, Inc., “The SafeGuardian Personal Assistant who answers your call addresses you by name, has all your important information that you have provided at their fingertips (names, phone numbers, medical information, etc) and are waiting to provide whatever assistance you may need.”

Designed for much more than just emergencies, the SafeGuardian™ One Button Medical Alarm Cell Phone also provides a wide variety of safety and convenience features. Callers can request to be connected to anyone worldwide, store important information (names, telephone numbers, medical information, etc) for quick contact, receive turn-by-turn driving directions and even request location and directions to any local business or facility including hospitals, doctors, dentists, restaurants, gas stations, hotels, etc.

The device is small (5” x 2” x 1”), lightweight (6 ounces), and uses commonly available lithium batteries (no charging required) that can last for months. It retails for $99 and the monthly service plan is as low as $34.95. The company offers free activation and free emergency calls. Non-emergency and optional concierge calls are $1.25/minute.

“Independent, active seniors also are finding the phone is a great companion when they are alone. They like the ease of use and the feeling of safety and security they feel knowing they can get assistance anytime and anywhere with the push of one button” continues Mr. Franks, “It truly makes a great gift for any aging parent who would never buy or use a regular cell phone.”

The SafeGuardian™ One Button Medical Alarm Cell Phone works anywhere in the United States that has analog cellular service available. Clayton Communications offers a free 30 day money back guarantee to all subscribers. For more information or to order, visit www.safetyandsecuritycenter.com or call 800-378-2957.

About Clayton Communications, Inc. Clayton Communications, Inc. is a privately-held distributor of patented wireless location products and services for customer & child safety, business fleet tracking, automotive tracking/security, medical alert and alarm monitoring, asset tracking, parental supervision, personal protection, Alzheimer and memory loss, and even animal location & identification. The company's products integrate with the U.S. government's global positioning system (GPS), wireless communication technologies and live operator call center to enable customers to obtain real-time location information on individuals and property directly through the Internet or any phone. Founded in January, 1998, Clayton Communications, Inc. is based in Las Vegas, Nevada and San Diego, Calif. For more information, visit the company's website at www.claytoncommunications.com. Downloadable high resolution images of The SafeGuardian™ One Button Medical Alarm Cell Phone are available for immediate downloading at www.safeguardian.com/photos.htm

LifeGuardian Medical Alarm Announces New 1500' Home Medical Alarm System

2005-03-04T07:19:00.000-05:00

Most home medical alarms have a typical range of 100-300 feet between the call-for-help button and the base console. LifeGuardian Medical Alarm now offers an optional long range call button that provides 1500 feet of protection. Perfect for protecting seniors living large homes, properties or homes/condos with many floors.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) February 23, 2005 - LifeGuardian™ Medical alarm Systems announced today their new long range medical alert call-for-help button.

"With a manufacturer rating of 1500 feet, no other medical alarm system available today offers longer range or better protection." states Thomas Franks, President and CEO of Clayton Communications, Inc., "This industry-leading performance is evidence of the superior quality a LifeGuardian™ Medical Alarm System.

Recent advances in wireless “two way voice” and medical alarm technologies are providing improved peace of mind for not only senior citizens and shut-ins, but their loved ones as well.

“The patented new LifeGuardian™ two-way voice Medical Alarm System provides unmatched convenience, longest range and security.” he says. “When a subscriber experiences a medical emergency in or around the house and cannot reach a phone, he or she has only to press a small waterproof button on a neck pendant or wristband and the LifeGuardian™ medical alert monitoring company operator receives the call and activates the ‘two way’ voice feature.

“This puts the subscriber in direct voice contact with an operator using a speaker/microphone built into the alarm panel which can be heard from anywhere in the home. If the victim has fallen and cannot get up, for example, the operator immediately dispatches local medical personnel to the home, all the while reassuring the victim that help is on the way by maintaining voice dialogue through the alarm panel. The built-in microphone is very sensitive, and can pick up even a whisper from anywhere within a 2500 square foot home,” Franks says.

An optional system feature is the wireless smoke detector. Unlike self-installed smoke detectors that will melt to the floor before notifying anyone, The LifeGuardian™ Medical Alarm System loudly announces “FIRE..FIRE” and immediately notifies the monitoring center of the fire and smoke. If no response is heard from the home, the monitoring center will immediately dispatch the fire department.

“The LifeGuardian™ Medical Alarm System is the first system of its type designed to be set-up by the user or their family.” Franks says. “The system comes ready to plug and test. Typically, set-up takes just a few minutes. When a subscriber signs-up with LifeGuardian, they print out the New Subscriber form right off of the LifeGuardian web site. They complete a two page confidential information form and FAX it back to the LifeGuardian Medical Alarm center. LifeGuardian™ technicians pre-program and test each system, sets-up the subscribers account with the monitoring center and ships the new system to the subscriber anywhere in the United States and Canada. The LifeGuardian™ Quick Set-up Guide assures trouble free hook-up and provides free technical support if there is a problem.

“The result is that seniors like Phyllis can enjoy living independently with the peace of mind that comes from knowing that they are no longer really alone, even if they live alone,” he concluded. “It also provides family members with a new sense of peace of mind knowing their loved one is safe and secure.”

Franks cautions “Don’t wait until your senior family member has a bad fall to consider such an obvious safety measure. If they are over the age of 75 and living alone, statistically they are at risk of a serious accident. Prior falls, medications and medical conditions dramatically increase the likelihood of another major accident.”

One medical alarm industry study determined that seniors who have a medical alarm system stay independent and at home an average of seven years longer! When one considers that assisted living facilities may cost $125/day and skilled nursing facilities even more, a LifeGuardian™ Medical Alarms system becomes a wise investment.

The LifeGuardian™ Medical Alarm System comes complete for just $39.95/month and a one-time activation fee of only $49.95. It includes a lifetime equipment warranty and a 30 day unconditional satisfaction guarantee. Best of all, no multi-year or annual contract is required.
For more information visit www.lifeguardianmedicalalertsystems.com or call the LifeGuardian™ Medical Alarm sales office at 800-378-2957 open 8am-4pm M-F PST.

About Clayton Communications, Inc. The LifeGuardian™ Medical Alarm System was developed and distributed by Clayton Communications, Inc. who is a privately-held distributor of patented wireless location products and services for customer & child safety, business fleet tracking, automotive tracking/security, medical alert and alarm monitoring, asset tracking, parental supervision, personal protection, Alzheimer and memory loss, and even animal location & identification. The company's products often integrate with the U.S. government's global positioning system (GPS), wireless communication technologies and live operator call center to enable customers to obtain immediate assistance & real-time location information on individuals and property directly through the Internet or any phone. Founded in 1989, Clayton Communications, Inc. is based in San Diego, Calif. For more information, visit the company's website at www.claytoncommunications.com.

American Medical Alert Corporation and Health Hero Network launch PERS Buddy for interactive patient monitoring

2005-02-26T08:52:00.000-05:00

Oceanside 24 October 2002 American Medical Alert Corporation (AMAC), a provider of Personal Emergency Response Systems (PERS) and 24 hour monitoring services, and Health Hero Network Inc., the developer of award-winning technology solutions for health monitoring, have released PERS Buddy. This new, interactive monitoring system combines AMAC's personal emergency response technology with Health Hero Network's Health Buddy appliance, utilising the Health Hero technology platform to ensure secure data management and health care provider access to patient data across an Internet connection.

PERS Buddy is the first product to combine access to emergency care with ongoing health monitoring for over a dozen medical conditions to increase a health care provider's ability to monitor patients at home, which is expected to result in improved patient security as well as prolonging a patient's ability to remain independent.

Unveiled at the Disease Management Association of America (DMAA) Conference, October 23 in San Antonio, Texas, PERS Buddy marks an important milestone in the strategic alliance between Health Hero Network and AMAC in the creation of a comprehensive solution for patients by covering all aspects of care from emergency response to disease management monitoring.

PERS Buddy gives patients immediate access to a 24/7 monitoring centre for emergency care, 2-way voice communication and daily interactive contact via scripted communication. With Internet data reporting capabilities, providers have a new ability to monitor symptoms, identify problems, and take appropriate action to intervene in a cost-effective, timely manner.

"With PERS Buddy, we believe AMAC delivers a fully integrated 24/7 telehealth platform to health care providers that can enable cost effective care for disease state monitoring to improve health outcomes and increase patient safety. Patients using PERS Buddy will enjoy the experience of enhanced communication with their provider and greater independence and quality of life", stated Fred Siegel, Vice President of Marketing, AMAC at a DMAA press conference in San Antonio, Texas.

"The new category of health care technology created by AMAC's PERS Buddy expands the Health Buddy product line by continuing our tradition of delivering innovative technology to help both patients and providers, giving each group easy access to the information and services they require", stated Steve Brown, CEO and President of Health Hero Network.

By combining the Health Buddy appliance patient interface and AMAC's experience in emergency response monitoring, PERS Buddy enables patients to receive and respond to daily questions and education from their health care providers at home and provides patients with immediate access to assistance in an emergency.

The system utilises the Health Hero Network technology platform, which supplies secure data transfer and management and is the basis for provider interaction with patient data. Health care providers will access patient information through the AMAC iCare Desktop, a broadbased communications tool used by medical professionals to manage large populations of chronically ill patients while maintaining high quality of care. PERS Buddy will be commercially available January 1, 2003 from both Health Hero Network and AMAC.

AMAC is specialised in remote health monitoring devices and 24/7 communication services designed to promote early medical intervention and improve quality of life for senior, disabled, and chronically ill populations. AMAC's product and service offerings include Personal Emergency Response Systems (PERS), electronic medication reminder devices, disease management monitoring appliances, and 24/7 medical on-call and emergency response monitoring. AMAC operates several National Medical On-Call and Communication Centers allowing access to trained response professionals 24/7.

Health Hero Network Inc., founded in 1988 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, develops and licenses industry-leading technology solutions for health monitoring and management. The Health Hero technology platform offers Internet-enabled care management tools, multiple patient interfaces, and a secure environment for data communications.

The company's product line includes Health Buddy, Health Buddy Web and other licensee devices for data collection and communications with patients, and iCare Desktop, an Internet-based care management and research solution for health care professionals. Health Hero offers over a dozen standard health management programmes delivering daily monitoring and education, and promoting positive behavioural change for better chronic care with lower costs to the health care system. Health Hero Network technology is protected by over 50 issued United States patents.

AMAC to Incur Non-Recurring Charge To Modify Certain PERS Units

2005-02-21T21:58:00.000-05:00

OCEANSIDE, NY January 20, 2005, – American Medical Alert Corporation (Nasdaq: AMAC), a national provider of home health monitoring appliances and 24-hour healthcare communication services, today announced it will realize a non-recurring charge of approximately $1.5 million for costs it expects to incur to upgrade certain versions of its Personal Emergency Response Systems ("PERS") and related equipment. The amount of the charge is subject to adjustment either upward or downward based predominately upon how closely the Company can align the exchange program with its normal equipment refurbishment and replacement program. The Company has not yet determined over what period(s) the charge will be recorded. The Company has determined that certain versions of its PERS equipment emit levels of radio frequency energy that exceed applicable standards designed to reduce the possibility of interference with radio communications. Although this issue poses no safety or functionality risk to subscribers, the Company plans to work with its provider agencies to facilitate this technical upgrade through an exchange program. The Company is working with the Federal Communications Commission to assure that all of its PERS equipment satisfies all applicable standards and regulations.

Management believes the Company will continue to generate sufficient cash flow from operations to satisfy its anticipated obligation associated with this exchange program. Anticipated costs include material, shipping and labor costs for the equipment upgrade, inventory provisions for service providers to facilitate the exchange program and costs associated with in-field visits to perform exchanges in AMAC's local service areas.

Howard Siegel, Chief Executive Officer, speaking on behalf of AMAC stated: "We believe the Company's exchange program is an effective method to upgrade the affected systems and ensure compliance. We are working closely with our local service providers to make the exchange program a seamless event. Notwithstanding this non-recurring charge, the Company expects to continue the execution of its business plan in its Telehealth, PERS and Telephone Answering Service businesses."

About American Medical Alert Corp.
AMAC is a national provider of remote health monitoring devices and 24/7 communication services designed to promote early medical intervention and improve quality of life for senior, disabled and chronically ill populations. AMAC's product and service offerings include Personal Emergency Response Systems (PERS), electronic medication reminder devices, disease management monitoring appliances and 24/7 medical on-call and emergency response monitoring. AMAC operates several National Medical On-Call and Communication Centers allowing access to trained response professionals 24/7.

This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "may," "will," "expect," "believe," "estimate," "project," "anticipate," "continue," or similar terms, variations of those terms or the negative of those terms. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements are set forth in this press release and the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-KSB, the Company's Quarterly Reports on Forms 10-QSB, and other filings and releases. These include uncertainties relating to government regulation, technological changes, our expansion plans, our contract with the City of New York and product liability risks.

Randi Baldwin
randi.baldwin@amac.com
Phone: 516.536.5650
Fax: 516.596.5276

MedicAlert® and American Diabetes Association® Team Up for Diabetics

2005-02-12T15:07:00.000-05:00

MedicAlert Foundation, the leading emergency medical information service, and the American Diabetes Association ® (ADA), the nation's leading organization providing diabetes research, information and advocacy, have teamed up to develop an educational strategy designed to increase access to information about both organizations for people living with diabetes.

"The incidence of diabetes is rapidly rising, and is one of the primary conditions among our members," said Ramesh Srinivasan, vice president of marketing at MedicAlert. "The ADA is a perfect fit to educate them on how to develop and maintain healthy lifestyles."

Diabetes can cause heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, blindness, kidney disease, amputations, and other complications. It is important that these conditions be identified in an emergency to ensure patient safety. The risk for complications among diabetics in an emergency can increase significantly if their conditions aren't relayed to medical professionals.

"With MedicAlert, electronic health records are instantly available to emergency response professionals," said Francie Davenport, corporate membership manager at ADA. " ADA supports the MedicAlert mission to protect and save lives in an emergency, thus enhancing the quality of life for diabetics." There are 18.2 million people in the United States, or 6.3 percent of the population, who have diabetes. While an estimated 13 million have been diagnosed, unfortunately, 5.2 million people are unaware that they have the disease.

About MedicAlert
Founded in 1956, MedicAlert (http://www.medicalert.org) is one of the world’s largest nonprofit membership organizations with a mission to protect and save lives. The MedicAlert Electronic Health Record provides a secure and seamless transfer of identification and medical information to health and safety professionals 24 hours a day anywhere in the world, thereby ensuring patient safety and improving the quality of their care. Headquartered in the United States, MedicAlert has affiliates in 9countries including Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand that help serve our 4 million members around the globe.

About the ADA
Founded in 1940, the American Diabetes Association (http://www.diabetes.org) conducts programs in all 50 states and the District of Columbia, reaching hundreds of communities. The mission of the Association is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. To fulfill this mission, the American Diabetes Association funds research, publishes scientific findings, provides information and other services to people with diabetes, their families, health professionals and the public. The Association is also actively involved in advocating for scientific research and for the rights of people with diabetes.

Medical Alarm USA receives Consumer Advisory Council Seal Of Approval®

2005-02-07T10:31:00.000-05:00

Provider of home Medical Alarm units for independent seniors receives the coveted Consumer Advisory Council Seal Of Approval® for excellence in product and service to consumers.

(PRWEB) November 22, 2004 -- Medical Alarm USA is pleased to announce that they have received the Seal Of Approval® from the Consumer Advisory Council. The award recognizes Medical Alarm USA for their strong consumer oriented approach to sales and high product quality.

Company vice-president, Francine Intile, said, "You know, we've been offering great products and terrific service for years and nothing like this has ever happened. I guess its true, you do right by people and it comes back to you. Its very gratifying to receive such recognition of our efforts."What really made the difference, according to Ray Dillard, CAC awards committee chairman, was a review of customer inquiries. "We were very pleased", says Dillard, "at just how low key their sales presentations tend to be. They make it easy for callers to obtain the information they need to make a good consumer choice."

The Linear PERS-2400 offered by Medical Alarm USA is used primarily by seniors to call for help when they've been injured at home or suffered a medical complication and can't reach the telephone to call for help. Intile says, "When your service can make the difference between life and death for a senior citizen, you can't take shortcuts. We don't just sell medical alarms, we sell the freedom for seniors to live at home safely and securely. And we take that responsibility very seriously."

Medical Alarm USA, a nationwide provider of medical alarm devices and monitoring services, is part of the Statewide Security Services family of businesses, a respected provider of security systems serving American business and home owners for more than 20 years.

Contact:Medical Alarm USAwww.medical-alarm-usa.com
Francine Intile, e-mail protected from spam bots
(800) 655-6872.

Why you might want a medical alarm

2005-02-06T23:02:00.000-05:00

Reports suggest that one in three elderly people fall once a year. Though the majority of these falls are not serious, the person may not be able to get up on their own and may not be discovered for some time by which their condition may have worsened considerable. This is when medical alarms prove their worth. Falling, and the fear of falling, can cause elderly people to loose confidence in their ability to cope on their own and inhibit what they do.

Caring for a loved one yourself is not always possible. Family members rarely stay in the area in which they were brought up. Even if possible, it is a difficult task and one that not all family members feel ready to undertake. Similarly, just because a person is elderly and perhaps a bit wobbly on their feet it does not mean they need constant attention. A medical alarm allows them to maintain some independence whilst also protecting them in case of an accident.

The medical alarm consists of a simple electronic transmitter in the form of a pendant worn around the neck or wrist. A notorious place for falls, the pendant can even be worn in the bath or shower, as it is fully waterproof. If a fall occurs and the button on the pendant is pressed, a signal is transmitted to the external monitoring station. Within a minute, they will have received your alarm and dialed your home number. They will then talk to you via a console installed in your house or through activating the speakerphone on your normal home phone. In this way you can describe what the problem is and the appropriate action can be taken. This might only be alerting your neighbors, or it may be sending the emergency services. If your alarm is triggered and you cannot speak, the paramedics will be sent automatically. It can also be activated up to 300ft from the house so if you fell in the garden you could still summon help.

Medical alarms reduce the severity of domestic accidents and cost much less then buying full time home help. If you or a member of your family feel at risk from falling in, or around your home then a medical alarm will give you the confidence you need to continue your domestic life.

The source of this article is http://www.medical-alarm.us/

Lifeline is for living with fewer anxieties about falling

2005-01-29T17:45:00.000-05:00

In a study of older adults, those using Lifeline reported significantly greater ability to go about daily routine and were ten times less likely to require admission to a nursing home!

Medical research shows that falling down and being unable to get help is not an uncommon event. In fact, nearly 1/3 of all people over the age of 65 (and half of all people over 90) will fall each year. Of course, the older you get, the more dangerous and debilitating falls can be, and they often mark the end of independent living.

Research also tells us that 30% to 50% of elderly people fear falling-a fear that can cause them to lose confidence and restrict their normal range of healthy activities. The confidence and peace-of-mind that comes from the Lifeline medical alarm service helps to ease these anxieties, as well as the feelings of isolation and depression caused by such worries.

For more information on Medical Alarms visit http://www.lifelinesys.com

New Source for Medical Alarms and Eldercare

2005-01-27T17:54:00.000-05:00

I would like to share with you these two new sources for Aging and Eldercare.

There are great articles on Medical Alarms, Medical Alert Systems and Eldercare.
The resouce is updated everyday and is from eMaxHealth.com.

Enjoy this great Health and Medical Sites.

A Medical Alarm System By Connect America Saves Another Life

2005-01-25T07:50:00.000-05:00

"This Medical Alarm has saved my life 3 times and if anyone doubts the system, have them call me" Freda F. Pennsylvania.

(PRWEB) January 7, 2005 -- Freda, a fiercely independent senior from Pennsylvania, is a true believer! After using our Medical Alarm System for the third time she wanted to be our spokesperson and we're more than happy to oblige.

"This Medical Alarm is just wonderful" she proclaimed. "I would not be here if it were not for the quick response of the lovely monitoring people and EMS. I have to tell you that I really do enjoy my life more as I know help is just the push of a button away.

"Freda has asked us to post her phone number so she can tell people her story, we, of course, would not do that, however, it's available upon request.

About Us:

When we started Connect America we had the simple notion that it was possible to provide great care, great service and peace-of-mind for Seniors all across America who wish to live an independent life at home.

We're happy to say, thanks to advances in wireless technology and state-of-the-art interactive (2-way) monitoring, every month hundreds of Seniors enjoy a renewed sense of independence while their children and loved ones find certainty knowing that help, if ever needed, is just the push of a button away.

The cornerstone of the Connect America Medical Alarm System is our UL APPROVED 2-way interactive home medical monitoring. In the event of an emergency our operator makes a direct connection to your home by the state-of-the-art "whole house" 2-way intercom contained in the medical alarm system (speaker/microphone)... it's been called, peace-of-mind that's always on.

Visit us online http://www.MedicalAlarm.com or E-Mail a request for a brochure e-mail protected from spam bots.

World's First One Button Medical Alarm and Alert System That Works Anywhere

2005-01-20T13:53:00.000-05:00

Until now, medical alert systems for seniors were only for in and around the home. Independant seniors had no quick & easy way to call for assistance once they left the home. The SafeGuardian One Button Safety Cell Phone + GPS Locator is the first completely mobile medical alarm and alert system.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) November 23, 2004 –- The idea is simple. If you need help, simply press one button and be connected to a live Personal Assistant standing by just for your call anytime or anywhere.

Tell the Personal Assistant what you need and they will stay on the phone with you until your problem is solved. If you don’t know where you are, your Personal Assistant may be able to pinpoint your location to within just a few feet.

In response to the huge demand from independent seniors - and their often distant family members - Clayton Communications, Inc. has introduced the world’s first SafeGuardian™ One Button Medical Alarm Cell Phone.

SafeGuardian™ One Button Medical Alarm Cell Phone is a small, lightweight battery powered cell phone with a built-in GPS locator. The most impressive feature is that it is designed to go wherever you do. Clip it to your belt, drop in into a purse or move it between vehicles, it provides one button protection and convenience even when you are miles from home.

The device is activated with just one push of the single oversized red “call” button on the front. Within seconds, a live “personal assistant & emergency dispatcher” answers the call 24 hours a day. The personal assistant can immediately dispatch local police, fire, paramedics or roadside assistance and much more.

The cell phone is “GPS–enabled” allowing the assistance center professionals to perform a “locate” in the event emergency assistance is dispatched to help the caller, if the caller is lost or in need of directions. When a clear view of the sky is available, the built-in GPS locator is accurate to within 30 feet.

“If you need help and call “911” from your regular cell phone, the 911 operator does not know who you are, where you are or have access to any information about you. Additionally, 911 service is reserved for true emergencies only.” said Thomas C. Franks, President of Clayton Communications, Inc., “The SafeGuardian Personal Assistant who answers your call addresses you by name, has all your important information that you have provided at their fingertips (names, phone numbers, medical information, etc) and are waiting to provide whatever assistance you may need.”

Designed for much more than just emergencies, the SafeGuardian™ One Button Medical Alarm Cell Phone also provides a wide variety of safety and convenience features. Callers can request to be connected to anyone worldwide, store important information (names, telephone numbers, medical information, etc) for quick contact, receive turn-by-turn driving directions and even request location and directions to any local business or facility including hospitals, doctors, dentists, restaurants, gas stations, hotels, etc.

The device is small (5” x 2” x 1”), lightweight (6 ounces), and uses commonly available lithium batteries (no charging required) that can last for months. It retails for $199 and the monthly service plan is just $34.95. The company offers free activation and free emergency calls. Non-emergency and optional concierge calls are $1.25/minute.

“Independent, active seniors also are finding the phone is a great companion when they are alone. They like the ease of use and the feeling of safety and security they feel knowing they can get assistance anytime and anywhere with the push of one button” continues Mr. Franks, “It truly makes a great gift for any aging parent who would never buy or use a regular cell phone.”

The SafeGuardian™ One Button Medical Alarm Cell Phone works anywhere in the United States that has analog cellular service available. Clayton Communications offers a free 30 day money back guarantee to all subscribers. For more information or to order, visit http://www.safeguardian.com/ or call 800-378-2957.
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About Clayton Communications, Inc. Clayton Communications, Inc. is a privately-held distributor of patented wireless location products and services for customer & child safety, business fleet tracking, automotive tracking/security, medical alert and alarm monitoring, asset tracking, parental supervision, personal protection, Alzheimer and memory loss, and even animal location & identification. The company's products integrate with the U.S. government's global positioning system (GPS), wireless communication technologies and live operator call center to enable customers to obtain real-time location information on individuals and property directly through the Internet or any phone. Founded in January, 1998, Clayton Communications, Inc. is based in San Diego, Calif. For more information, visit the company's website at http://www.claytoncommunications.com/. Downloadable high resolution images of The SafeGuardian™ One Button GPS Cell Phone are available for immediate downloading at www.safeguardian.com/photos.htm

Lifeline Personal Medical Alarm Now Offers A Reassuring Voice To Seniors

2005-01-20T13:46:00.000-05:00

Lifeline Personal Medical Alarm Now Offers Telephone Reassurance and Reminders Through its Lifeline CarePartner Telephone with Reminders, Enabling Seniors to Age with Dignity

(PRWEB) December 10, 2004 -- Lifeline Systems, the company that first invented the personal medical alarm 30 years ago, and which today helps over 400,000 seniors or disabled people to age with dignity and live with greater independence in their own homes, now offers telephone reassurance and reminders as well.

The Lifeline CarePartner® Telephone With Reminders not only provides immediate access to the Lifeline Personal Response Service when needed, but it also offers several other features to enhance the everyday quality of life for both users and their caregivers. The Telephone’s key added feature is that it can be set up to record and play up 6 personalized daily, weekly or one-time reminders. These telephone reassurance messages and reminders which are recorded remotely from any touch-tone phone by a caregiver, can be used to provide messages about taking medication, keeping appointments, eating well, exercising... or simply expressing love and support.

Complete information on the Lifeline CarePartner Telephone can be found at:
http://www.lifelinesys.com/content/how-lifeline-works/carepartner-reminders.jsp

Other features that are included with the Lifeline CarePartner Telephone include:

Dial Announce that clearly speaks each number as it is dialed, along with large backlit buttons to aid those with vision or dexterity impairments.
Lifeline VoiceClock™ clearly speaks the time of day with a single press of a button
TelAssure reminds users to check in with the response center at least once a month
Adjustable high-volume speakerphone with hearing aid compatible handset and ringer volume controls
Remote call answering lets users answer their phones just by pressing the Personal Help Button and using the speakerphone function. This eliminates the need to rush to answer a call—helping to prevent possible falls.
24 hours of battery backup in the event of a power outage, ensuring help is still available at the press of a button.
Immediate access to the Lifeline Personal Response Service when needed.

The CarePartner Telephone works with either Lifeline's Slimline™ or Classic™ Pendant Personal Help Button and is yet another example of why more caregivers trust Lifeline Personal Medical Alarm to look after their loved ones. Lifeline is proud to be the preferred provider of personal response services to members of the Visiting Nurse Associations of America, and to thousands of leading hospitals across the country. In addition, the Lifeline Personal Response Service is also available through select chapters of the American Red Cross.

When it comes to experience, no other personal response service compares to Lifeline. The service costs little more than a dollar a day, there are no hidden costs, no long-term contracts, and subscribers may discontinue the service at any time.

For more information, visit www.lifelinesys.com.

Lifeline Medical Alarm Users Reported Ten Times Less Likely to Live in Long-Term Care Facility

2005-01-14T20:46:00.000-05:00

Senior citizens experience greater sense of confidence and peace of mind, enabling independent living with Lifeline Personal Medical Alarm

(PRWEB) December 24, 2004 -- Lifeline Systems, the company that first invented the personal medical alarm 30 years ago, and which today helps over 400,000 senior citizens or disabled people to age with dignity and enable independent living in their own homes today announced that a study funded by the U.S. Department of Health, Education and Welfare found that subscribing to the Lifeline personal medical alarm system reduced seniors’ fear of being incapacitated and unable to get help in the event of a fall or other situation. In addition, this greater sense of confidence and peace of mind also encouraged family and caregivers to support the senior’s wishes to continue to independent living at home. The report concludes that as a result, Lifeline subscribers are 10 times less likely to be institutionalized in a long-term care facility.

Two additional reports (Koch, 1984; Dibner, 1992) also determined that Lifeline subscribers had a 26% decrease in hospital admissions and a 23% decrease in length of stay. It is believed that early intervention and the heightened feelings of security reported by patients and caregivers were significant factors in reduced hospital usage.

"It's my clinical impression that when individuals at risk are given Lifeline Medical Alarms, their mobility actually seems to improve”, says Dr. Rein Tideiksaar, PhD, ElderCare Senior Vice President for Program Development, Fall Prevention and Injury Reduction Systems. “If they feel better about themselves within their homes, if they're walking around more, if they're increasing lower extremity strength — that should increase mobility and decrease fall risk."

Lifeline is proud to be the preferred provider of personal response services to members of the Visiting Nurse Associations of America, and to thousands of leading hospitals across the country. In addition, the Lifeline Medical Alarm service is also available through select chapters of the American Red Cross.

The service costs little more than a dollar a day, there are no hidden costs, no long-term contracts, and subscribers may discontinue the service at any time.

For more information on Lifeline Medical Alarms, visit http://www.lifelinesys.com/

CAC Preferred Provider

2004-12-27T20:31:00.000-05:00

The Consumer Advisory Council is pleased to award the CAC Seal Of Approval to Medical Alarm Services for Medical Alarm services.

Medical Alarm Services provides medical alarm service nationwide. The company offers the highly respected Linear PERS-2400 medical alarm system.

Medical Alarm Services has been providing security and medical alarm monitoring services to homes and businesses for nearly two decades.

The medical alarm service facility is UL approved to ensure continuous service nationwide by their 911 trained medical alarm response agents.

A proud member of BBBOnline, Medical Alarm Services is recognized by AARP and AAA for their quality of service and reliability in providing medical alarm services to consumers online.
Contact information: Medical Alarm Services 1-800-655-6872

This review is reprinted from and is credited to The Consumer Advisory Council

Medical Alarm Service Monitors (part 3)

2004-12-27T20:28:00.000-05:00

As with other businesses, a good way to judge a service provider is by their years in business. You don't want to be the customer they learn from. Ask how many years the provider has been offering medical alarm services and how many customers like yourself they currently service.

Another good barometer of quality is whether the service provider also provides security alarm services to residential and commercial customers. Smaller companies can experience life threatening excessive response times when only a few members of the staff are out sick. Larger firms with a broad customer base are more likely to have adequate staff to meet all service demands.

Today, many service providers sell and service customers nationwide via Internet advertising. Before calling any company that advertises on the Internet, look for the BBBOnline logo on their website. The BBBOnline logo is your protection that the firm has met strict guidelines for quality and service.

Read Medical Alarm Service Monitors Part 2

This review is reprinted from and is credited to The Consumer Advisory Council

Medical Alarm Service Monitors (part 2)

2004-12-27T20:26:00.000-05:00

When selecting a medical alarm service provider, choose one that offers service 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days per year. Be sure to ask if there are ever any periods when service is not provided.

Confirm the notification policies of the service provider. Are the response agents trained to evaluate the level of emergency and qualified to determine whether to first call your perferred contact person or an EMS unit?

Ideally, you should choose a provider with response agents who have received 911 training. 911 training ensures the call response agent knows how to handle more serious emergencies such as a heart attack, stroke, or seizure. Such serious emergencies are not the time to find out that your response agent doesn't understand the difference between calling a relative to provide basic aid and calling an EMS unit.

Ask whether the service provider's facility is certified by Underwriters Laboratory (UL). UL certification ensures that the facility has been inspected and met stringent standards for operation during emergency conditions.

To receive UL certification, facilities must submit to an extensive review and have implemented approved backup systems for their phone lines and electrical power to ensure continuous operation. Additionally, UL certified facilities are sufficiently protected to prevent internal fire from spreading to vital systems areas.

Read Medical Alarm Service Monitors (part 1)

This review is reprinted from and is credited to The Consumer Advisory Council

Medical Alarm Service Monitors (part 1)

2004-12-27T20:23:00.000-05:00

While the selection of a medical alarm unit is an important decision, the choice of a monitoring service is at least of equal importance or, in many ways, even more important.

Your medical alarm service provider is the company your medical alarm console calls when you need assistance. Not all medical alarm service providers are alike. Prices vary, quality varies. This is often reflected in the price of your medical alarm purchase.

Most medical alarm packages cost between $20 and $35 per month. When purchasing a medical alarm system, remember, your safety and security are not something you want to trust to the lowest bidder.

Because there is no government regulation of medical alarm service providers, almost anyone can setup a phone bank and claim to be a service provider. Ask questions, lots of questions, before signing a service agreement.

Verify the provider's hours of operation. Do they have blank spots in their service availability?
Ask about response agent training. What are the qualifications of the staff receiving calls?
Confirm that the provider's facility is secure. Do they have backup systems in case of a power outage, communications failure, or fire?

This review is reprinted from and is credited to The Consumer Advisory Council

Linear PERS-2400 System

2004-12-27T20:18:00.000-05:00

The PERS-2400 has 16 radio channels for use with a wide variety of Linear panic buttons, including pendants, keyrings, handhelds, and wristbands, as well as specially configured door/window signalers and smoke detectors.

The console is designed for tabletop use or wall mounting. Easy access is provided for installing a back-up battery to support the unit during power outages. The radio antennas are not visible when the PERS-2400 is completely assembled and installed. Two phone jacks are provided: one for connection to the household phone system; the other for connecting a telephone which is automatically disconnected when an alarm occurs.

Activating the PERS-2400 is simple and reliable. You keep a wireless transmitter with you at all times. In the event of an at-home emergency, you press the panic button, which functions like a TV remote control, to signal the console to automatically call the Emergency Monitoring Center, staffed by trained professionals 24 hours a day.

When the operators receive your call, they notify key people you have preselected to respond in specific situations: family members, neighbors, friends or appropriate rescue personnel.

The PERS-2400 includes versatile personal emergency transmitters that you should keep with you all the time. A number of accessories make it easy to adapt to different circumstances. These include a wristband, a pocket/belt clip, and a pendant.

The transmitters are completely waterproof, so you can even wear them in the shower. And they will tell you when a transmission has been sent to the console through visual confirmation (a red indicator light) and audible confirmation (a beep).

A long transmission range ensures that you can depend on signals reaching the console. However, for safety, you should be sure to test each transmitter for range at the individual location to ensure signals are not blocked by interference or obstacles.

Transmitters are continuously monitored by the console, alerting you even when their long life batteries get low.

This review is reprinted from and is credited to The Consumer Advisory Council

Linear PERS-2400 System

2004-12-27T20:17:00.000-05:00

Of the systems we reviewed, the Linear PERS-2400 is clearly the easiest system to operate and best choice for elderly users. Linear Corporation is a 60 year old company. The inventor of the Personal Emergency Transmitter, Linear is a leading manufacturer of emergency reporting systems worldwide.

The Linear PERS-2400 is a high quality personal emergency reporting system. Linear has built a lot of capability into the PERS-2400. It is a flexible emergency, fire, and inactivity reporting package, but can also be custom programmed by the installer to work with and report several other functions. With 16 reporting zones, it can work with and report individual emergency alarms for up to 16 users. It can be configured to provide delayed alarm function, send silent alarms, and act as a speakerphone.

The uniquely-styled, ultra-compact console is distinguished by ease of operation for the user with a large, centrally located EMERGENCY button making it convenient to initiate a manual alarm. For visually impaired users, controls are indentified by braille characters. In addition to EMERGENCY, these controls include a CLEAR switch, which cancels any alarm or resets the system following completion of an alarm sequence, and a HOME switch, which resets the activity reporting timer (or disables the function when it is not required).

This review is reprinted from and is credited to The Consumer Advisory Council

Medical Alarm Systems

2004-12-27T20:15:00.000-05:00

Most medical alarm systems consist of two parts, a base unit that dials a service center for assistance, and a wearable panic button that signals the base unit to dial for assistance.

The panic button, worn by the user, is typically designed to be worn as a necklace pendant or wrist band that resembles a wrist watch. Medical alarm systems depend on the ability of the panic button to transmit a signal to the base station. When the signal is received, the base station automatically dials the service center to call for assistance. The unit you select should be waterproof and rated for quality and endurance, remember, your life may depend on it working.
System base stations are typically no larger than an answering machine, and may be placed on a table top or wall mounted. In addition to autodialing for assistance, most base stations offer two way communication with the service center and double as a speakerphone enabling the user to answer regular phone calls by pressing the emergency alert button.

Inactivity reporting is an important life saving feature offered on higher quality systems. With inactivity reporting, the base station is programmed to require periodic responses from the panic button wearer. If no response is received, the base station will automatically dial the service center to request emergency assistance. This can be a real life saver in case of a seizure, an injury that renders the user unconscious, or when the user is injured beyond the system communication range.

This review is reprinted from and is credited to The Consumer Advisory Council

Review : Medical Alarms

2004-12-27T20:11:00.000-05:00

A medical alarm is a device used to call for help when you've fallen or are injured and can't get to your telephone. With the baby boom generation beginning to reach retirement age, the number of senior citizens in America is exploding. Medical advances have made it possible for many seniors to live complete and full lives without becoming a burden on their families. They enjoy their retirement and cherish their freedom.

More seniors live alone as the sole occupants of a private dwelling than any other population group. A Labour Force Survey 2001 shows that nearly 3 in 10 seniors live alone, rising to almost 4 in 10 senior women. As more and more seniors choose the freedom of living alone, increasing numbers of seniors will face the risk of injury while alone.

That's where a medical alarm can become a life saver. A medical alarm enables an injured senior to call for help simply by pressing a button on a wrist band or necklace pendant. Many systems offer two way communication with caring staff members who stay on the line to keep the senior calm and comfortable until help arrives.

There are two parts to a medical alarm system, the hardware and the service center. The hardware, or medical alarm device, automatically dials a service center for assistance and may include a desktop base unit and a pendant or a wrist strap with a call button that triggers the dialer. The service center is a call center facility that is usually staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to receive calls from the desktop base unit.

This review is reprinted from and is credited to The Consumer Advisory Council

New Simple Medical Alarm

2004-12-16T13:07:00.000-05:00

The idea is simple. If you need help, simply press one button and be connected to a live Personal Assistant standing by just for your call anytime or anywhere.

Tell the Personal Assistant what you need and they will stay on the phone with you until your problem is solved. If you don’t know where you are, your Personal Assistant may be able to pinpoint your location to within just a few feet.

In response to the huge demand from independent seniors - and their often distant family members - Clayton Communications, Inc. has introduced the world’s first SafeGuardian One Button Medical Alarm Cell Phone.

SafeGuardian One Button Medical Alarm Cell Phone is a small, lightweight battery powered cell phone with a built-in GPS locator. The most impressive feature is that it is designed to go wherever you do. Clip it to your belt, drop in into a purse or move it between vehicles, it provides one button protection and convenience even when you are miles from home.

The device is activated with just one push of the single oversized red “call” button on the front. Within seconds, a live “personal assistant & emergency dispatcher” answers the call 24 hours a day. The personal assistant can immediately dispatch local police, fire, paramedics or roadside assistance and much more.

The cell phone is “GPS–enabled” allowing the assistance center professionals to perform a “locate” in the event emergency assistance is dispatched to help the caller, if the caller is lost or in need of directions. When a clear view of the sky is available, the built-in GPS locator is accurate to within 30 feet.

“If you need help and call “911” from your regular cell phone, the 911 operator does not know who you are, where you are or have access to any information about you. Additionally, 911 service is reserved for true emergencies only.” said Thomas C. Franks, President of Clayton Communications, Inc., “The SafeGuardian Personal Assistant who answers your call addresses you by name, has all your important information that you have provided at their fingertips (names, phone numbers, medical information, etc) and are waiting to provide whatever assistance you may need.”

Designed for much more than just emergencies, the SafeGuardian One Button Medical Alarm Cell Phone also provides a wide variety of safety and convenience features. Callers can request to be connected to anyone worldwide, store important information (names, telephone numbers, medical information, etc) for quick contact, receive turn-by-turn driving directions and even request location and directions to any local business or facility including hospitals, doctors, dentists, restaurants, gas stations, hotels, etc.

The device is small (5” x 2” x 1”), lightweight (6 ounces), and uses commonly available lithium batteries (no charging required) that can last for months. It retails for $199 and the monthly service plan is just $34.95. The company offers free activation and free emergency calls. Non-emergency and optional concierge calls are $1.25/minute.

“Independent, active seniors also are finding the phone is a great companion when they are alone. They like the ease of use and the feeling of safety and security they feel knowing they can get assistance anytime and anywhere with the push of one button” continues Mr. Franks, “It truly makes a great gift for any aging parent who would never buy or use a regular cell phone.”
http://www.claytoncommunications.com/

Aarp Recommends Personal Medical Alarm

2004-12-16T11:55:00.000-05:00

AARP's magazine lists American Medical Alarms as one of the best personal medical alarms being manufactured today.

If You Navigate Their Website at Www.Americanmedicalalarms.Com, You Can Read Testimonials from People Who Availed Themselves of Their Personal Medical Alarm Systems.
They claim to monitor any kind of emergency immediately and directly, and their personal medical alarm system immediately communicates with its Central Station.

The company claims to have the safest and most effective personal medical alarm system.
Again, American Medical Alarms Lists the Testimonies of Its Costumers, Both Without and Then with, a Personal Medical Alarm System. in Some Cases, during and after the Emergency, There Was Nobody on Call and No Response.

In Some Cases When Someone is Not Able to Get to a Phone, This Personal Medical Alarm System Alertes Its Monitoring Station by Just a Push of a Button.

This personal medical alarm system is unobtrusive for the wearer, available as a pendant which can be worn around the neck, or as a wrist band. Both are water proof, so they can be worn while taking a shower or a bath, where a lot of accidents or falls occur.

The button activation goes into effect within 45 seconds, alerting the central monitoring station, where the wearer can have a conversation with the representative through a main console inside your home.

You can then instruct the technician as to the type of help you need, and whom you wish them to notify, be it emergency rescue or simply a friend or a relative. If the representative doesn't hear a voice at the other end of the line, he or she will immediately contact the paramedics, rightly assuming that it's an emergency.

You might wonder if you need to be within close range of the main console for the technicians to hear you.

The system boasts of a computer which functions acoustically. So you may be heard from every room inside your home.

The company still emphasizes that even if you are close to the console, you might not be heard if you are unable to speak, in case of a severe fall, or a stroke, or if you are choking. Again, paramedics will be instantly dispatched.

As far as coverage, the company doesn't deal directly with your Medicare policy or your insurance company. You have to take care of this yourself, and after that is cleared then you are reimbursed for expenses paid.

The system also works outside your home. The company guarantees a range from two to 300 feet, whether you're taking a short walk, or gardening, or go out to get the mail. They will not be able to hear you, but the system will signal them if you have an emergency.

Apartment buildings or condos are a different ball of wax altogether because of their construction, so it behooves you to check the range yourself before you purchase. The company offers a ten-day free trial for their equipment.

Should there be a power outage, the system has a back up battery which can maintain the unit working for 18 hours, after which, once the electricity is restored, the battery automatically recharges itself.

Finally, if you have a life-threatening emergency which requires that an emergency rescue team enter your home and they are unable to do so, the system notifies a family member or neighbor with keys and access to your home.

Another option is letting the company know of a place where you might hide a second key for easy access.

You may view the sizes of both the main console, which is pretty much like a regular phone, and can be placed on any table or counter top. The pendant is very light, and can also be viewed on the website. It is very easy to use as well, as it doesn't require any force to activate it. You need to push it firmly, however, to avoid any activation which is not legitimate.

This article is reprinted from http://www.digits.com/articles/health-care--aarp-recomends-personal-medical-alarm.htm

Medical Alarm - Emergency Medical Alerts

2004-12-15T17:05:00.000-05:00

Medical Alarm - a Necessity

Medical alarms have become an absolute necessity for those people who are over the age of 65 and lead a solitary lifestyle. More than 12 million US elders are reported to live alone and more than 4 million seniors suffer critical emergency situations without help at hand. The old age itself being a state of decreased physical and mental capabilities can also be at best judged to be a medical condition. Medical alarms come into assist such helpless seniors as well as people who need emergency medical attention at short notice.

Best Candidate for Medical Alarm Usage

Mainly the following persons can suitably benefit from a medical alarm.

1. People who live alone or those who have limited hours of care giver access.
2. People using orthotics or other orthopedic mobility devices.
3. People with history of falls or sudden acute seizures.
4. People with recent history of hospitalization or convalescing patients.
5. People living in unsafe neighborhoods especially elders.

Benefits of Medical Alarm Usage

It has been recorded that with the aid of medical alarm and its subsequent help in summoning immediate medical help, the number of hospitalizations do come down. It helps in instilling a sense of security and mental preparedness in patients bringing down their stress levels so that they tend to recoup from their illness with greater speed.

Common Medical Alarms

GPS locators, trackers, emergency telephone medical alert systems, emergency mobile, emergency medical alert, auto telephone dialer, watch alert systems, wander alert security systems and other personal medical alert systems are the commonest systems prevailing in the market. For the fashion conscious people, medical alarm system comes in a wide ranging fashion accessories such as armlets, bracelets, chains, charms, pendants, lockets, watches, etc.

You can read the full article at http://www.digits.com/articles/health-care--medical-alarm--emergency-medical-alerts.htm

The Medical Alarm FAQ

2004-11-17T21:30:00.000-05:00

For those who want to better understand their system.

Ron Dermer is an EMS tech who has responded to dozens of Medical Alarm calls and knows first hand just how valuable these life saving devices can be. Ron says he is surprised by how many great Medical Alarm features the owners don't seem to know about.Ron isn't shy about his affection for Medical Alarms. He told me, "I think everyone over the age of 62 should be required to have a Medical Alarm in their home. I've arrived at too many homes to find people who have been lying on the floor for hours waiting to be discovered. Seniors hate being bothered by check-up calls from their children, yet they want the freedom of living alone. That's a recipe for disaster."

The Medical Alarm FAQ is an effort to provide answers to many of the questions that Medical Alarm owners might have, some insight for those considering the purchase of a Medical Alarm, and to make everyone more aware of the many life saving features that are standard on most Medical Alarm systems.

Its nice to know there is someone as dedicated as Ron standing by to answer those calls when accidents happen.

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The source of this article is http://medicalalarm.ebloggy.com

Medical Alarm Review

2004-11-17T21:20:00.000-05:00

The Consumer Advisory Council is an independent consumer advisory service.

The Consumer Advisory Council (CAC) says that, with 3 in 10 seniors choosing the freedom to live alone, a Medical Alarm can be a real life saver. In an indepth review of Medical Alarm equipment and services on the current issue of the CAC website, the Consumer Advisory Council cites medical advances and longer life spans as the reason for a historic rise in seniors living alone.

The eight page review provides consumers with a broad range of information to better understand medical alarm equipment and the monitoring services that respond to calls. The review includes detailed criteria for selecting a Medical Alarm, choosing a Medical Alarm provider, and suggests questions to ask about the Medical Alarm monitoring service before making a purchase.

Included are many tips about Medical Alarm systems that are often overlooked when speaking with a provider's consultants. Additionally, the Consumer Advisory Council selected the Linear PERS-2400, one of the most reliable systems on the market, to provide an overview of typical features and system value.

This is a terrific resource for anyone considering the purchase of a Medical Alarm system for themselves or a loved one.

The Consumer Advisory Council is an independent consumer advisory service, dedicated to providing unbiased information, product and service reviews, and consumer alerts to help consumers make informed buying decisions.

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For More information please visit http://www.consumeradvisorycouncil.org/

MedGuides' Medical Alarm Guide

2004-11-17T21:15:00.000-05:00

A Series Of Brief Guides For Seniors To Make Better Buying Decisions.

{MedGuides}, which offers a series of brief guides for seniors to make better buying decisions, has added a pair of guides for Medical Alarm and Medic Alert services.

According to MedGuides spokesperson, Rick Davidson, the additions were a result of consumer comments that they didn't understand the difference between the two services. Davidson said, "the confusion between the two services is so great that a search on Google for 'Medic Alert' displays many advertisements from Medical Alarm providers."

Both the Medical Alarm and Medic Alert guides provide clear and concise product definitions to help consumers better understand the difference between the two services and the products which support them.

If you don't know your Medical Alarm from your Medic Alert, MedGuides is a nice little resource to check out.

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This Article is provided by http://medguides.atspace.com

Complete Guide To Medical Alarm Equipment

2004-11-17T21:09:00.000-05:00

Consumer guide to medical alarm equipment.

The Complete Guide To Medical Alarm Equipment is designed for those who are interested in obtaining a better understanding of how Medical Alarm systems work. It provides detailed information about system features and options.

By design, the Guide To Medical Alarm Equipment lacks any coverage of monitoring services. It has a singular focus of providing the best available information about Medical Alarm equipment.

The site has four sections that provide consumers with complete descriptions of the Linear PERS-2400 Medical Alarm system, options and features. I understand that as time permits, information about other systems will be added to the site to enable consumers to make a reasonable feature comparison when shopping.

As the site grows, plans for expansion include an indepth look at programming various systems. That should be a relief for those of us who still can't channel surf our televsions without assistance.

The Complete Guide To Medical Alarm Equipment isn't quite so complete yet, but it looks very promising.

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This information is provided by http://medicalalarm.000k2.com

Medical Alarm Stories

2004-11-17T20:53:00.000-05:00

Humorous and heart wrenching stories from medical alarm owners.

Rachael Deveney is a home care nurse. She travels around from one home to the next, mostly helping senior citizens who live alone and need limited medical attention.

Because of her work, Rachael has become quite familar with the tremendous value {Medical Alarm} services offer and often finds herself responding to the panic button calls of her patients. Rachael has heard so many humorous and heart wrenching stories from Medical Alarm owners, she has started a blog, Medical Alarm Stories, to share them with others.

For seniors who are convinced that they don't need a Medical Alarm or that an accident won't happen to them, it only takes a quick read of a few of Rachael's stories to change their mind. For adult children, worried about their parents living alone, Medical Alarm Stories should help convince your aging parents that its time to satisfy your concerns.

Rachael posts stories as she receives them, so some days there are two and others there are none. If you have a Medical Alarm story you'd like to share with Rachael, stop by Medical Alarm Stories and send Rachael an email.

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The source of this story is http://medicalalarm.blogspot.com/

Consumer Advisory Council Awards Seal of Approval® to Medical Alarm USA

2004-11-17T20:46:00.000-05:00

Each year the Consumer Advisory Council (CAC) reviews dozens of requests across a range of consumer product categories. The CAC Seal Of Approval® recognizes the selected business for excellence in product and service to consumers.

(PRWEB) November 18, 2004 -- Medical Alarm USA, a nationwide provider of medical alarm systems for the home, has received the coveted CAC Seal Of Approval® for excellence in product and service to consumers. Recipients are required to meet a broad range of criteria relating to product quality, performance, service and consumer oriented sales approach.

Ray Dillard, CAC Approvals Committee Chairman, indicated that the committee became aware of Medical Alarm USA while conducting a review of Medical Alarm services published on the current issue of the CAC website. Dillard said, "As we reviewed the various alarm products available to seniors, it soon became clear that the Linear PERS-2400, offered by Medical Alarm USA, is by far the best choice for independent seniors. That got us looking at the company itself."

The company was surprised to learn of the interest expressed by the Council. Company vice president, Francine Intile, said, "You know, we've been offering great products and terrific service for years and nothing like this has ever happened. I guess its true, you do right by people and it comes back to you. Its very gratifying to receive such recognition of our efforts."

What really made the difference, according to Dillard, was a review of customer inquiries. "We were very pleased", says Dillard, "at just how low key their sales presentations tend to be. They make it easy for callers to obtain the information they need to make a good consumer choice."

About The Consumer Advisory Council
The Consumer Advisory Council is an independent consumer advisory service. The staff of CAC is dedicated to providing unbiased information, product and service reviews, and consumer alerts to help consumers make informed buying decisions. The CAC review of medical alarm services can be seen at www.consumeradvisorycouncil.org.

About Medical Alarm USA (www.medical-alarm-usa.com)
Medical Alarm USA, a nationwide provider of medical alarm devices and monitoring services, is part of the Statewide Security Services family of businesses, a respected provider of security systems serving American business and home owners for more than 20 years.

For more information, visit: www.medical-alarm-usa.com.

Contact:Consumer Advisory Councilwww.consumeradvisorycouncil.org
Ray Dillard,
Approvals Committee Chairman

Medical Alarms: Why you might want a medical alarm

2004-11-12T11:13:00.000-05:00

Reports suggest that one in three elderly people fall once a year. Though the majority of these falls are not serious, the person may not be able to get up on their own and may not be discovered for some time by which their condition may have worsened considerable. This is when medical alarms prove their worth. Falling, and the fear of falling, can cause elderly people to loose confidence in their ability to cope on their own and inhibit what they do.

Caring for a loved one yourself is not always possible. Family members rarely stay in the area in which they were brought up. Even if possible, it is a difficult task and one that not all family members feel ready to undertake. Similarly, just because a person is elderly and perhaps a bit wobbly on their feet it does not mean they need constant attention. A medical alarm allows them to maintain some independence whilst also protecting them in case of an accident.

The medical alarm consists of a simple electronic transmitter in the form of a pendant worn around the neck or wrist. A notorious place for falls, the pendant can even be worn in the bath or shower, as it is fully waterproof. If a fall occurs and the button on the pendant is pressed, a signal is transmitted to the external monitoring station. Within a minute, they will have received your alarm and dialed your home number. They will then talk to you via a console installed in your house or through activating the speakerphone on your normal home phone. In this way you can describe what the problem is and the appropriate action can be taken. This might only be alerting your neighbors, or it may be sending the emergency services. If your alarm is triggered and you cannot speak, the paramedics will be sent automatically. It can also be activated up to 300ft from the house so if you fell in the garden you could still summon help.

Medical alarms reduce the severity of domestic accidents and cost much less then buying full time home help. If you or a member of your family feel at risk from falling in, or around your home then a medical alarm will give you the confidence you need to continue your domestic life.

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Medical Alarm - a Necessity

2004-11-11T10:33:00.000-05:00

Medical alarms have become an absolute necessity for those people who are over the age of 65 and lead a solitary lifestyle. More than 12 million US elders are reported to live alone and more than 4 million seniors suffer critical emergency situations without help at hand. The old age itself being a state of decreased physical and mental capabilities can also be at best judged to be a medical condition. Medical alarms come into assist such helpless seniors as well as people who need emergency medical attention at short notice.

Best Candidate for Medical Alarm Usage
Mainly the following persons can suitably benefit from a medical alarm.

1. People who live alone or those who have limited hours of care giver access.
2. People using orthotics or other orthopedic mobility devices.
3. People with history of falls or sudden acute seizures.
4. People with recent history of hospitalization or convalescing patients.
5. People living in unsafe neighborhoods especially elders.

Benefits of Medical Alarm Usage

It has been recorded that with the aid of medical alarm and its subsequent help in summoning immediate medical help, the number of hospitalizations do come down. It helps in instilling a sense of security and mental preparedness in patients bringing down their stress levels so that they tend to recoup from their illness with greater speed.

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You can read the rest of this article at Medical Alarm - Emergency Medical Alerts

Medical Alarm Equipment - What it is and How to Use It

2004-11-11T10:23:00.000-05:00

What Sort of a Gadget is This Medical Alarm?

Medical alarm equipment comes in the form of a set-up consisting of a medical alarm button, a basic unit or console (or a full telephone in place of it), a connecting cord and a plug.

You may wish to know - where is the medical alarm button to be fixed? Well, it doesn't require fixing anywhere! It can be worn by the user in any of these three ways: one, she/he may use it as a pendant, hanging from her neck: two, as a smart wrist watch: or three, simply as a nice-looking accessory attached with a clip to the belt or a pocket. In case of any mishap, this button is to be pressed for help to arrive. But how does it work?

The button is connected to the basic unit or the telephone. This telephone immediately sends out a message to the medical alarm response center and a voice-to-voice communication channel gets opened between the response center associate and the user. The basic unit or the telephone is equipped with a very loud speaker and a highly sensitive microphone, making communication ultra-smooth, hassle-free and accurate.

You can read the rest of the article at Medical Alarm Equipment - What it is and How to Use It

Home Security, Medical Alert and Alarm Systems: Advancements for Seniors and Shut-Ins

2004-11-06T08:44:00.000-05:00

Senior citizens and shut-ins no longer need to fear living alone. A retired Southern California police officer explains how improvements in two-way voice technologies can enhance the physical an emotional well being of those who have little choice but to spend most of their time at home. Watchdog Security Services, a home security and medical alert systems provider, serves the needs of homeowners in the following Riverside and San Bernardino communities: Riverside, San Bernardino, Hemet, Menifee, Wildomar, Murrieta, Temecula, Corona, Palm Springs,.Moreno Valley, Redlands, Victorville, Ontario, Rialto, Lake Elsinore, Rancho Cucamonga, Sun City, and Chino Hills.

RIVERSIDE CA (PRWEB) September 8, 2004 -- Mabel is 86 and fiercely independent. Widowed for seven years and coping with rheumatoid arthritis, she still loves living in the cozy single-story home she and her husband Frank built nearly 40 years ago.

Her daughter, Jane, her husband, Paul, and their two young children live just an hour away, and Mabel enjoys her grandchildren’s frequent visits. She has a close-knit circle of friends and plays bridge once a week at the local senior center.

While Mabel still misses her husband, she still finds life satisfying. Positive attitude aside, her arthritis seems to get a little worse with each passing month and she worries about one day falling, breaking a bone and, living alone, not being able to summon help.

Jane and Paul, a police officer, are also concerned about Mabel’s declining health, as well as the increasing number of burglaries and assaults on seniors in Mabel’s part of town. They have suggested that Mabel consider moving to an assisted living facility but she is adamant about maintaining her independence and staying where she is most comfortable – in her own home.

Mabel’s situation is typical of many seniors and shut-ins who now find themselves living alone. The need to remain as independent as possible conflicts with the twin realities of declining health and increasing crime.

Advances in home security and medical alert technologies are helping solve those legitimate conflicts. According to Nigel Smithers, President and CEO of Watchdog Protection Industries, Inc. recent advances in “two way voice” technologies are providing improved peace of mind for not only senior citizens and shut-ins, but their loved ones as well.

“These new two-way voice systems combine the best features of traditional security alarms and dedicated medical alert devices,” he says. “When a subscriber experiences a medical emergency and cannot reach a phone, he or she has only to press a button on a neck pendant or wristband and the alarm monitoring company operator activates the ‘two way’ feature.

“This puts the subscriber in direct voice contact with an operator using a speaker/microphone built into the alarm panel which can be heard from anywhere in the home. If the victim has fallen and cannot get up, for example, the operator immediately dispatches local medical personnel to the home, all the while reassuring the victim that help is on the way by maintaining voice dialogue through the alarm panel. The built-in microphone is very sensitive, and can pick up even a whisper from anywhere within a 2500 square foot home,” Smithers says.

The technology goes a lot further than that, Smithers explains. “Part of the system features a ’lack of use’ sensor, which alerts the monitoring station if the user fails to arm or disarm the alarm within a specified period of time. Thus, if the client cannot get out of bed or has lapsed into a coma, emergency personnel and relatives are notified right away.”

The same features help protect the user in case of a break-in. “If the alarm system is armed and someone attempts to gain entry, a siren will sound and the monitoring operator will activate the two-way voice channel., attempting to contact the client,” Smithers says.

If the client answers and provides a predetermined password indicating that all is well, no further action is taken. On the other hand, if the client does not respond, the operator will listen for signs of a struggle or an intruder moving around and immediately dispatch local law enforcement. Knowing that a true emergency is occurring, police can respond in enough time, and in enough force, to effectively deal with the situation.

“The real break throughs are cost and ease of use,” Smithers says. “Compared to mere medical alert systems, this advanced technology can be obtained for just a couple more dollars a month which helps those on fixed incomes to take advantage of a full range of services without breaking the budget.”

“They are not the least bit complicated either so they are also very user friendly,” he says.

As a former police officer himself with over 20 years experience, Smithers knows first-hand the difference between responding to a burglary in progress where a victim’s life and safety are in peril, or to a mere alarm activation which may or may not be a false alarm.According to Smithers, “Combined with wireless security technology, these new two-way voice systems offer reliability and fast, clean installations. The user’s privacy is assured, as the two-way voice feature is only activated when a security sensor is tripped or when the user calls for help by pressing either a button on the control panel or on the neck pendant.”

“The result is that seniors like Mabel can enjoy living independently with the peace of mind that comes from knowing that they are no longer really alone, even if they live alone,” he concluded.

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Watchdog Protection Industries, Inc. is a state licensed alarm installation and service company based in Hemet, CA that specializes in designing and supplying integrated home security and medical alert systems. He can personally be reached via e-mail protected from spam bots or reached by phone at (951) 929-8800. Inquiries outside the Inland Empire can be directed to Monitronics International.

LifeGuardian Medical Alert and Alarm Systems: Life Safety and Home Security for Seniors and Shut-Ins

2004-11-03T21:01:00.000-05:00

Senior citizens and shut-ins no longer need to fear living alone. Improvements in two-way voice and wireless technologies can enhance the physical an emotional well being of those who have little choice but to spend most of their time in and around their home. LifeGuardian Medical Alarm system, a leading medical alert systems provider, serves the needs of seniors and the disabled throughout all of North America.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) October 20, 2004 -- Phyllis is 82 and fiercely independent. Widowed for this past year and coping with arthritis in her hip, she still loves living in the cozy single-story home she and her husband George lived in for the past 20 years.

Her one son lives in another state, and while he visits as often as work allows, she now spends much of her time alone. She has a close-knit circle of friends and swims once or twice a week at the local YMCA.

While Phyllis misses her husband of 55 years, she still finds life active and satisfying. Positive attitude aside, her arthritis seems to get a little worse with each passing month and she worries about one day falling, breaking a bone and, living alone, not being able to summon help.

Her family is also concerned about Phyllis’s declining health, as well as the increasing number of burglaries and assaults on seniors in Phyllis’s part of town. They have suggested that she consider moving to an assisted living facility but she is adamant about maintaining her independence and staying where she is most comfortable – in her own home.

Phyllis’s situation is typical of many seniors and shut-ins who now find themselves living alone. Children are grown and often live hours away. The need to remain as independent as possible conflicts with the twin realities of declining health and increasing crime.

Advances in home security and medical alert technologies are helping solve those legitimate conflicts. According to Thomas Franks, President and CEO of Clayton Communications, Inc. Recent advances in “two way voice” technologies are providing improved peace of mind for not only senior citizens and shut-ins, but their loved ones as well.

“The patented new LifeGuardian™ two-way voice system provides unmatched convenience, longest range and security.” he says. “When a subscriber experiences a medical emergency in or around the house and cannot reach a phone, he or she has only to press a small waterproof button on a neck pendant or wristband and the LifeGuardian medical alert monitoring company operator receives the call and activates the ‘two way’ voice feature.

“This puts the subscriber in direct voice contact with an operator using a speaker/microphone built into the alarm panel which can be heard from anywhere in the home. If the victim has fallen and cannot get up, for example, the operator immediately dispatches local medical personnel to the home, all the while reassuring the victim that help is on the way by maintaining voice dialogue through the alarm panel. The built-in microphone is very sensitive, and can pick up even a whisper from anywhere within a 2500 square foot home,” Franks says.

An optional system feature is the wireless smoke detector. Unlike self-installed smoke detectors that will melt to the floor before notifying anyone, The LifeGuardian™ medical alarm system loudly announces “FIRE..FIRE” and immediately notifies the monitoring center of the fire and smoke. If no response is heard from the home, the monitoring center will immediately dispatch the fire department.

“The LifeGuardian™ medical alarm system is the first system of its type designed to be set-up by the user or their family.” Franks says. “The system comes ready to plug and test. Typically, set-up takes just a few minutes. When a subscriber signs-up with LifeGuardian, they print out the New Subscriber form right off of the LifeGuardian web site. They complete a two page confidential information form and FAX it back to the LifeGuardian medical alarm center.

LifeGuardian™ technicians pre-program and test each system, sets-up the subscribers account with the monitoring center and ships the new system to the subscriber anywhere in the United States and Canada. The LifeGuardian™ Quick Set-up Guide assures trouble free hook-up and provides free technical support if there is a problem.

“The result is that seniors like Phyllis can enjoy living independently with the peace of mind that comes from knowing that they are no longer really alone, even if they live alone,” he concluded. “It also provides family members with a new sense of peace of mind knowing their loved one is safe and secure.”

Franks cautions “Don’t wait until your senior family member has a bad fall to consider such an obvious safety measure. If they are over the age of 75 and living alone, statistically they are at risk of a serious accident. Prior falls, medications and medical conditions dramatically increase the likelihood of another major accident.”

One industry study determined that seniors who have a medical alarm system stay independent and at home an average of seven years longer! When one considers that assisted living facilities may cost $125/day and skilled nursing facilities even more, a LifeGuardian™ medical alarm system becomes a wise investment.

The LifeGuardian™ Medical Alarm System comes complete for just $39.95/month and a one-time activation fee of only $49.95. It includes a lifetime equipment warranty and a 30 day unconditional satisfaction guarantee. Best of all, no multi-year or annual contract is required. For more information visit http://www.lifeguardianmedicalalertsystems.com/ or call the LifeGuardian™ sales office at 800-378-2957 open 8am-4pm M-F PST.

About Clayton Communications, Inc.

The LifeGuardian Medical Alarm System was developed and distributed by Clayton Communications, Inc. who is a privately-held distributor of patented wireless location products and services for customer & child safety, business fleet tracking, automotive tracking/security, medical alert and alarm monitoring, asset tracking, parental supervision, personal protection, Alzheimer and memory loss, and even animal location & identification. The company's products often integrate with the U.S. government's global positioning system (GPS), wireless communication technologies and live operator call center to enable customers to obtain immediate assistance & real-time location information on individuals and property directly through the Internet or any phone. Founded in January, 1998, Clayton Communications, Inc. is based in San Diego, Calif. For more information, visit the company's website at www.claytoncommunications.com.

Table Top™ Medical Alarm Alert System One-Time Purchase Program

2004-11-01T14:08:00.000-05:00

Protect your loved ones while they enjoy the freedom of living at home. They will appreciate the ability to call for help with the push of a button. You will enjoy the peace of mind knowing that, in an emergency, your family members are protected. This incredible Table Top™ Medical Alarm Alert System is a must have for anyone living alone or senior, ill, and handicapped family members.

Purchase your complete Table Top™ Medical Alarm Alert System for just $189.95 (a $349.95 value)- plus a one-time new account activation fee of $49.95. Your 24/7 emergency monitoring service is only $1.17 per day!

Sign-up today! Just purchase your new Table Top™ Medical Alarm Alert System below and we'll include your sign-up forms with your new Table Top™ Medical Alarm Alert System. Simply return (FAX or mail) your completed sign-up forms back to us and we'll activate your new account within 24 hours.

The Table Top™ Medical Alarm Alert System

From www.safetyandsecuritycenter.com

Table Top™ Medical Alarm Alert System's Special Features & Benefits

2004-11-01T14:01:00.000-05:00

Easy to set-up - no tools required.
Simple to operate.
Works with existing phone line and a standard wall outlet.
Dependable Call Button works up to two hundred of feet away.
Built-in rechargeable back-up power with low battery alarm.
Three ways to call for assistance: wrist band, pendant or emergency button on base.
One year warranty from the date of purchase.
Waterproof pendant and wristband may be worn in the shower.
Ability to have a two-way voice communication until help arrives.

Table Top™ Medical Alarm Alert System's UL Listed Help Center

Please Note: The Table Top™ Medical Alarm Alert System is designed to be connected to the central station emergency monitoring service.

Security Center provides the emergency 24/7 monitoring service for your Table Top™ Medical Alarm Alert System. Security Center is your critical communications connection, providing security and life safety monitoring services to more than 500,000 American homes and businesses.

Having your Table Top™ Medical Alarm Alert System monitored by Security Center gives you peace of mind, knowing that dedicated emergency response professionals are standing by 24/7 to help you or your loved ones when it's needed most. UL Listed for emergency response and critical communications monitoring, Security Center monitoring center is staffed with trained Personal Help Advisors committed to providing personal, high quality service.

Committed to the highest quality, most professional customer service, Security Center is always standing by to serve you. The 24/7 emergency monitoring service can be as low as $1/day - conveniently billed automatically to your credit card, checking/savings account or billed monthly or quarterly.

Specifications

Size: 8.9" x 7.375" x 2.375"
Weight: 2.75 lbs
Effective Range: Up to 200 feet line of sight
Warranty: One year

Accessories included

- One Table Top Base Unit With Built-in Speakerphone-
One Waterproof Pendant/Wristband Transmitter-
One Built-in 12 Volt DC Back-up Battery-
Set-up and User's Manual
Please Note: Telephone not included

From www.safetyandsecuritycenter.com

Table Top Medical Alarm Features

2004-11-01T13:54:00.000-05:00

The Table Top™ Medical Alarm Alert System

Just push the button and Table Top™ Medical Alarm Alert System springs into action:
Automatically dials personal help in an emergency.

Two-way conversation. You can communicate vital information, talking and hearing back through the two-way speakerphone capability of the Table Top™ Medical Alarm Alert System base console.

Immediate response. In seconds you will be connected with someone who can help.

Table Top™ Medical Alarm Alert System Is Ideal For:

Seniors living alone or who are alone at times.
People with medical conditions.
People with difficulty walking or in danger of falling.

Table Top™ Medical Alarm Alert System offers everything you need for safer, independent living with peace of mind for you and your family.

Table Top™ Medical Alarm Alert System Is Always With You

Your personal call button can be worn in a variety of ways to suit your lifestyle. Wear your personal Call Button on your wrist or around your neck. You can even mount it on the wall for convenient access.

It's waterproof so you can even wear it in the bath or shower. If you fall...have a medical emergency... hear an intruder... or have a fire, the Call Button is always within easy reach. And help is on the way.

Table Top™ Medical Alarm Alert System Help Center Assistance Is Always Available

Help Center assistance is available when family members can't be - 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Here is how it works:

Press the personal Call Button and Table Top automatically dials the Help Center.

A trained Help Advisor answers and talks with you over the the built-in speakerphone.

Your Help Center advisor calls for emergency assistance and phones family members, friends or neighbors.

Your Help Center advisor stays on the line with you until help arrives

From www.safetyandsecuritycenter.com

Table Top Medical Alarm

2004-11-01T13:52:00.000-05:00

Whether you're concerned about your own safety or the well being of a loved one, you can relax because your personal Table Top™ Medical Alarm Alert System is always on duty. All it takes is the push of a button and your emergency response operator is on the line, ready to summon whatever help you need.

Table Top™ Medical Alarm Alert System is on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You'll continue enjoying a rich independent lifestyle. Yet you are never alone because Table Top™ Medical Alarm Alert System is a constant presence, always looking our for you.

From www.safetyandsecuritycenter.com

Never Feel Alone Again!

2004-10-26T12:46:00.000-05:00

Introducing LifeGuardian™ Personal Emergency & Medical Alert Reporting Systems. We are one of America's leading personal emergency response services companies.

The LifeGuardian™ Personal Emergency & Medical Alert Reporting Systems is available to over 100,000 hospitals, home health care agencies, nursing homes, pharmacies and medical supply companies throughout North America - and now directly to you.

We help seniors remain independent and safe at home for many, many extra years. Family caregivers gain added peace of mind knowing that an older family member now has access to immediate help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Best of all, medical alert systems have been shown to add an average of five extra years of happy and independent living at home. With assisted living and nursing home costs ranging from $3,000 - 9,000 per month, a LifeGuardian™ Personal Emergency & Medical Alert Reporting Systems will also be the wisest home healthcare investment you could make.

"Your service was invaluable and allowed Margaret to continue living independently in her apartment much longer than would have been possible without your service. For this, my mother and I both thank you." Jeffrey O, Ann Arbor, MI
Call For Assistance With The Push Of A Button...

By simply pressing their personal alarm help button you can rest assured your loved one will be immediately speaking with a professional help dispatcher who will carefully and quickly assess the situation and link the caller to appropriate help.

Family, friends, neighbors and medical personnel whom you pre-designate are immediately notified, so they can respond quickly.

"LifeGuardian is a fantastic service, and I did want to express my appreciation for the help you all gave her while she struggled. LifeGuardian works!" Jamie R, NYC, NY.

This professional-quality wireless system has proven dependable enough over the past 20 years to meet or exceed some very tough standards.

The LifeGuardian™ Personal Emergency & Medical Alert Reporting Systems is listed by Underwriters Laboratories as an approved home healthcare signaling device and a smoke alarm accessory.

Activating the LifeGuardian™ Personal Emergency Medical Alert Reporting System couldn't be simpler or more reliable. You keep a small lightweight waterproof Personal Help Button with you at all times. It can be worn three different ways: a pendant around the neck, on the wrist like a watch or clipped onto belt or pocket.

The personal help button is completely waterproof, so you can even wear it in the shower or bathtub. It will even tell you when a transmission has been sent to the console through a visual confirmation (a red indicator light) and an audible confirmation (a beep).

The long transmission range ensures that you can depend on its signal reaching the console - it can even work outside your home! However, we recommend you test for range at your individual location.

"My family and I appreciate very much the comfort which the (LifeGuardian Medical Alarm) system afforded us, knowing that if an accident occurred while he was alone, there was help just a button push away." Eric D, Richmond, VA

Speak With A Caring Professional Who Can Help...

In the event of any emergency - you press the Personal Help Button which signals the console to automatically call the LifeGuardian™ Personal Emergency & Medical Alert Reporting System professionals 24 hours a day.

When an emergency operator receives your call for help, they will attempt to speak with you from the console in order to determine your situation and respond accordingly.

"The installation/setup procedure went flawlessly, as did the link -up with the Security Center. Subsequent checks of the system always went well. I felt very confident that my mother had another layer of security around her." Dan L. Fremont, CA

In the event that you can not speak or are out of voice range, they will immediately begin to notify appropriate rescue personnel and the key people whom you pre-selected to respond: family members, neighbors or friends.

Best of all, the LifeGuardian™ Personal Emergency & Medical Alert Reporting System is made by a twenty five year old company that invented the wireless personal emergency transmitter and who is a leading manufacturer of emergency reporting systems in the United States.

Live independently, freely and confidently in your own home and give your family, friends and neighbors peace of mind knowing you can reach them if you ever should need their help.

From http://www.lifeguardianmedicalalertsystems.com/