Medical Alert Systems Quinte West, Ontario

Medical alert systems function by activating an alert which will send out a signal to monitoring devices. The call can go to family, health professionals, and an emergency response services. The situation will be reviewed, as well as medical workers can possibly be sent if needed.

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

Medical alert systems have a switch that can be pushed when assistance is required. Pushing the button will send out a signal out to a 24-hour emergency call centre. An operator will respond to the call while being able to observe the person’s medical background as well as an index of emergency contacts. The help switch can be worn by the user either on the wrist or as a pendant. The buttons are usually water resistant so that they can also be worn in the shower.

GPS advances (Global Positioning System) enables the operator to locate the location of the individual. This gives added safety and security for the user who may be outside of the house when help is needed.

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

In brief:

• The individual pushes the necklace or emergency fall button
• Relevant information is sent to the emergency call station
• An operator will set up 2-way communication to see if help is needed
• Depending on the concern, an operator will call a relative, caregiver, or EMS