Medical Alert Systems Fredericton, New Brunswick

Medical alert systems function by activating a signal which will send out a signal to monitoring systems. The call can go out to family members, caregivers, and an emergency response base. The situation will be assessed, as well as medical personnel can possibly be sent if required.

There are some medical alert systems that feature wireless voice, data, as well as GPS solutions. This permits monitoring in real-time, location tracking, as well as provide fast emergency support services when needed.

Medical alert systems have a button that can be pressed when assistance is required. Pressing the switch will send out an alert out to a 24-hour emergency call station. An agent will respond to the phone call while having the ability to watch the individual’s health background and a directory of emergency contacts. The help button can be put on by the person either on the wrist or as a pendant. The switches are usually water resistant to make sure that they can also be used in the shower.

GPS technology (Global Positioning System) enables the operator to identify the location of the individual. This gives added safety for the user who might be out of the home when help is needed.

Some systems even include automated fall detection. The button can identify a fall then turn on the emergency call.

Simply put:

• The individual presses the necklace or emergency fall button
• Relevant information is transmitted to the emergency call station
• An operator will establish 2-way communication to see if support is needed
• Depending on the concern, an agent will call a member of the family, caregiver, or emergency medical services