Medical Alert Systems Clarenville, Newfoundland and Labrador

Medical alert systems work by triggering an alarm which can send out a signal to monitoring devices. The call can go to family, health professionals, as well as an emergency response services. The situation will be examined, as well as medical workers can possibly be sent if required.

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

Medical alert systems have a button that can be pushed when assistance is needed. Pushing the switch will send an alert out to a 24-hour emergency contact station. An operator will answer the phone call while having the ability to view the user’s medical history as well as a list of emergency contacts. The help switch can be used by the person either on the wrist or as a necklace. The buttons are usually water-proof to ensure that they can even be worn in the shower.

GPS technology (Global Positioning System) allows the operator to identify the location of the individual. This provides added security for the user who might be outside of the house when help is required.

Many systems even come with automated fall detection. The switch can identify a fall and then turn on the emergency call.

In brief:

• The user presses the necklace or emergency fall button
• Details is sent to the emergency call station
• An agent will set up 2-way communication to see if assistance is needed
• Depending on the need, an operator will contact a relative, health worker, or emergency medical services