Medical Alert Systems St Catharines, Ontario

Medical alert systems work by activating an alert which will send out a signal to monitoring devices. The call can go to family members, caregivers, and an emergency response base. The situation will be examined, as well as medical workers can be dispatched if required.

There are some medical alert systems that feature wireless voice, data, and also GPS solutions. This enables monitoring in real-time, location tracking, and also provide quick emergency support services when needed.

Medical alert systems have a switch that can be pushed when assistance is required. Pushing the switch will send out an alarm out to a 24-hour emergency call station. An operator will respond to the call while being able to watch the individual’s health record and an index of emergency contacts. The help switch can be worn by the person either on the wrist or as a pendant. The buttons are normally water resistant to ensure that they can even be used in the shower.

GPS technology (Global Positioning System) allows the operator to identify the specific location of the user. This gives added safety and security for the user who might be out of the house when support is needed.

Some systems also include automated fall detection. The button can detect a fall then activate the emergency call.

In brief:

• The individual presses the necklace or emergency fall button
• Relevant information is transmitted to the emergency call station
• An agent will establish 2-way communication to see if assistance is required
• Depending on the need, an agent will contact a member of the family, caregiver, or emergency service