Medical Alert Systems Courtenay, British Columbia

Medical alert systems work by triggering an alarm which will send out a signal to monitoring systems. The call can go out to family, health professionals, as well as an emergency response base. The situation will be reviewed, and medical personnel can possibly be sent if needed.

There are some medical alert systems that feature wireless voice, data, and also GPS equipment. This permits monitoring in real-time, location positioning, as well as provide fast emergency support services when required.

Medical alert systems have a switch that can be pressed when assistance is required. Pressing the button will send out an alarm out to a 24-hour emergency call centre. An agent will answer the phone call while being able to view the individual’s health background and also a directory of emergency contacts. The help switch can be put on by the person either on the wrist or as a pendant. The switches are typically water resistant to ensure that they can also be used in the shower.

GPS advances (Global Positioning System) permits the operator to identify the specific location of the individual. This provides added security for the individual who may be away from the house when help is needed.

Some systems even come with automated fall detection. The switch can identify a fall and then activate the emergency call.

In short:

• The individual presses the pendant or emergency fall button
• Relevant information is transmitted to the emergency call station
• An operator will set up 2-way communication to see if support is required
• Based on the concern, an agent will get in touch with a relative, caregiver, or emergency medical services