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I'm sorry you have not gotten any responses to your question but I know this topic has been discussed on the forum before, if you click/tap the Personal Alert Devices bubble below your question you can read some of those articles and comments. The world of alert pendants has come a long way in the last decade or so and there are so many options, my mom had Philips Lifeline and although it was one of the pricier options I liked that it was a monitored system and that they had her check in monthly because it got us all used to actually using the button and speaking to the people monitoring the calls.
We preferred a device that didn't require a service for my SIL with mobility problems. It called a list of people when she fell or pushed a button. So if my brother was napping in the living room or sitting on the porch he got called first, but if he didn't answer, the device went on to call the neighbors and then other family members, the final call was to 911 (if no one answered). SIL felt better having a way to call for help that didn't call 911 every time.
I would look at reviews and look at the individual features you want or need. A friend had a monitor that went so far as to send an alert if it detected no movement for a specific period of time. (she had a brain tumor that would cause her to collapse so she would be unable to press a button to summon help) Look at cost See if there is a contract that you have to abide by. (1 year contract if 3 months in you find it does not cover you if you go for a hike in the mountains is it really what you want. Can you cancel that contract or are you stuck for another 9 months?) You could even check with your local Fire Department 911 dispatcher and ask if they are aware if one service is better than another. They may no t be able to give you specific names but you can ask what services are best at reporting.
Lastly I can not imagine that Consumer Reports has not done a comparison of these. It might be worth a trip to the library (remember that place? Big building with lots of books and printed materials) and search for the report.
After some research, I went with a service provided by a local company (now in more states) that initially provided home security services. It was the best of all I interviewed. The ones that advertise in AARP literature were eliminated; they wanted to send a brochure. I wanted answers, not paperwork.
Companies that took a few days to respond were eliminated as well.
The company I chose was excellent, better than I anticipated. The device Dad wore detected movement, which could indicate a fall. If he bent over to put on his socks, it would call him to determine if he had fallen.
There was a tiered list of contacts: me first, then EMS if I wasn't available. I don't remember if we had a third person, but it probably was one of his friends.
If I get to the stage that I need this kind of service, I'll go with this company.
To avoid "advertising", I'm P'M'ing you the name of this company. You'll have to check though to determine if they serve your state.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights.
APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
I agree that:
A.
I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
B.
APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink.
C.
APFM may send all communications to me electronically via e-mail or by access to an APFM web site.
D.
If I want a paper copy, I can print a copy of the Disclosures or download the Disclosures for my records.
E.
This E-Sign Acknowledgement and Authorization applies to these Disclosures and all future Disclosures related to APFM's services, unless I revoke my authorization. You may revoke this authorization in writing at any time (except where we have already disclosed information before receiving your revocation.) This authorization will expire after one year.
F.
You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
The world of alert pendants has come a long way in the last decade or so and there are so many options, my mom had Philips Lifeline and although it was one of the pricier options I liked that it was a monitored system and that they had her check in monthly because it got us all used to actually using the button and speaking to the people monitoring the calls.
A friend had a monitor that went so far as to send an alert if it detected no movement for a specific period of time. (she had a brain tumor that would cause her to collapse so she would be unable to press a button to summon help)
Look at cost
See if there is a contract that you have to abide by. (1 year contract if 3 months in you find it does not cover you if you go for a hike in the mountains is it really what you want. Can you cancel that contract or are you stuck for another 9 months?)
You could even check with your local Fire Department 911 dispatcher and ask if they are aware if one service is better than another. They may no t be able to give you specific names but you can ask what services are best at reporting.
Lastly I can not imagine that Consumer Reports has not done a comparison of these. It might be worth a trip to the library (remember that place? Big building with lots of books and printed materials) and search for the report.
Companies that took a few days to respond were eliminated as well.
The company I chose was excellent, better than I anticipated. The device Dad wore detected movement, which could indicate a fall. If he bent over to put on his socks, it would call him to determine if he had fallen.
There was a tiered list of contacts: me first, then EMS if I wasn't available. I don't remember if we had a third person, but it probably was one of his friends.
If I get to the stage that I need this kind of service, I'll go with this company.
To avoid "advertising", I'm P'M'ing you the name of this company. You'll have to check though to determine if they serve your state.