Medical Alert Systems

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January 5th, 2023

Helpful Things for Seniors Living Alone

The idea of living alone can be daunting for many seniors, especially those who are used to living with family or loved ones. But with the right tools, seniors can feel safe and comfortable while living independently. Here are some items that seniors should consider investing in to make their lives easier and more enjoyable. Read more >>

The Critical Difference Between a Medical Alert Bracelet and a Medical Alert System
July 30th, 2021

The Critical Difference Between a Medical Alert Bracelet and a Medical Alert System

In an emergency, time is of the essence. We want emergency personnel to respond rapidly and have the information they need to deliver care quickly. The combination of a medical alert system wearable and a medical ID can help. EMTs and other first responders are trained to look for a medical ID when treating someone who Read more >>

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August 13th, 2020

Lifeline Cares: Your Personal Care Plan

How to make sure the right help will always be there – a closer look at the personal care plan. What is a personal care plan? When your loved one sets up their Lifeline service, they are asked to complete a personal care plan It contains important information for first responders, such as medications and Read more >>

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August 13th, 2020

Lifeline Cares: Tips for Care Recipients

Your personal care plan – tips to make sure the right help will always be there. What is a personal care plan? When you set up your Lifeline service, you are asked to complete a personal care plan. It contains important information for first responders, such as medications and instructions for how to access the Read more >>

July 1st, 2020

Caregiver Tips: Technology for Seniors to Connect with Family

One thing that worries many family caregivers – especially those of us who don’t live nearby – is our family members feeling lonely or isolated. “We are social animals and need to have family and tribe and a sense of belonging to be psychologically whole,” says Andrew Duxbury, professor in the Division of Gerontology, Geriatrics Read more >>

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June 4th, 2020

The Emergency Response Center Is Key When Choosing a Medical Alert System

As much as we try to avoid injuries and medical emergencies, they tend to occur more frequently as we age. In fact, seniors account about for one-third of all hospitalizations, according to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. Every year, there are more than 13.2 million hospital stays for seniors in the United States, Read more >>

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May 27th, 2020

Family Caregivers Get a Hand from Lifeline

Providing care to someone in need is one of the most selfless things a person can do. Without hesitation and often without compensation, family caregivers provide essential assistance to aging partners and relatives, family members living with disabilities, and others. We know. Many of us at Lifeline are also family carers. That’s why we work Read more >>

Tips for Caregivers: How to Replace or Recharge the Batteries of Medical Alert Devices
February 28th, 2018

Getting the Most Value From a Medical Alert Device

The market is filled with a variety of options for medical alert devices. When you’re considering one for you or your loved one, you’ll discover that a number of companies offer similar products. Each, however, has its own set of pros and cons. To decide on the best device for your needs, opt for one Read more >>

Methods to combat the costs of caring for an aging parent
January 9th, 2018

5 Ways to Reduce the Financial and Emotional Cost of Caring for Aging Parents

“If we care about someone, it’s going to have a financial impact, an emotional impact, and a physical impact,” admits Chris Cooper, a certified financial planner in San Diego. This isn’t exactly news for most adults who care for their aging parents. But Cooper points out that it is possible to lighten the emotional and Read more >>

Tips for Caregivers: How to Replace or Recharge the Batteries of Medical Alert Devices
August 1st, 2017

Men’s Health Wearables: Medical Alert Bracelets & Pendants

Wearables are all the rage, but these handy devices aren’t just fashionable. When an accident or medical emergency occurs, medical ID and alert wearables play a critical role in men’s health —  getting you the help you need as soon as possible. IDs and alert devices are available in a wide range of styles and Read more >>

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