Medical Alert Systems

Living alone doesn’t have to mean going it alone. From medical alert systems and smart home devices to fall prevention tools and kitchen aids, discover the essential products that help seniors stay safe, comfortable, and independent at home.

Caring for aging parents while managing your own life is no small feat. Learn three essential strategies — from sharing responsibilities with family to enlisting outside help — to reduce stress and provide the best care possible without losing yourself in the process.

A medical ID bracelet and a medical alert system may sound similar, but they serve very different purposes. Learn the key differences between the two — and why having both can provide the most comprehensive protection in an emergency.

Did you know medical equipment costs may be tax deductible — including your medical alert system? Learn which IRS-approved deductions apply to seniors and caregivers, and how itemizing could help reduce the financial burden of aging or caregiving.

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 >>

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 >>

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. Supporting Our Family Caregivers Many of us at Lifeline are also family carers. Read more >>

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 >>

“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 >>

A medical alert system, also called a personal emergency response system or “PERS”, provides you and your family members with peace of mind.