Medical Alert Systems Melville, Saskatchewan

Medical alert systems function by setting off an alarm which will send out a signal to monitoring systems. The call can go to family, caregivers, as well as an emergency response team. The situation will be assessed, as well as medical workers can be sent if needed.

There are some medical alert systems that include wireless voice, data, as well as GPS systems. This enables monitoring in real-time, location tracking, and provide fast emergency services when required.

Medical alert systems have a switch that can be pushed when aid is needed. Pressing the button will send an alert out to a 24-hour emergency contact centre. An agent will answer the phone call while having the ability to view the user’s health record and an index of emergency contacts. The help switch can be worn by the user either on the wrist or as a necklace. The switches are generally water-proof so that they can also be used in the shower.

GPS advances (Global Positioning System) allows the agent to find the location of the user. This provides added safety and security for the customer who may be away from the house when help is required.

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

In short:

• The user pushes the pendant or emergency fall button
• Details is sent to the emergency call centre
• An operator will set up 2-way communication to see if support is needed
• Based on the concern, an operator will contact a relative, health worker, or EMS