Medical Alert Systems Deloraine, Manitoba

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

There are some medical alert systems that incorporate wireless voice, data, and also GPS equipment. This allows for monitoring in real-time, location positioning, as well as provide fast emergency services when needed.

Medical alert systems have a button that can be pressed when aid is required. Pushing the switch will send out an alarm out to a 24-hour emergency contact station. An operator will answer the phone call while being able to watch the person’s health record and also an index of emergency contacts. The help switch can be put on by the individual either on the wrist or as a necklace. The buttons are usually waterproof to make sure that they can even be worn in the shower.

GPS advances (Global Positioning System) enables the operator to identify the specific location of the individual. This gives added safety for the individual who may be out of the house when assistance is required.

Many systems also include automatic fall detection. The button can identify a fall then activate the emergency call.

Simply put:

• The customer pushes the necklace or emergency fall button
• Relevant information is sent to the emergency call centre
• An agent will set up 2-way communication to see if assistance is required
• Based on the concern, an operator will contact a family member, caregiver, or emergency medical services