Medical Alert Systems Stratford, Ontario

Medical alert systems function by triggering an alert which will send a signal to monitoring systems. The call can go to family members, health professionals, and also an emergency response services. The situation will be examined, and also medical team members can be sent if needed.

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

Medical alert systems have a button that can be pushed when help is required. Pressing the button will send out an alert out to a 24-hour emergency contact centre. An operator will answer the phone call while having the ability to view the person’s medical record as well as a list of emergency contacts. The help switch may be put on by the individual either on the wrist or as a pendant. The switches are typically waterproof so that they can even be worn in the shower.

GPS advances (Global Positioning System) allows the agent to locate the location of the individual. This offers added safety and security for the customer who may be outside of the home when support is needed.

Some systems also include automated fall detection. The switch can detect a fall then turn on the emergency call.

Simply put:

• The individual pushes the necklace or emergency fall button
• Info is transmitted to the emergency call station
• An operator will set up 2-way communication to see if help is required
• Depending on the need, an agent will call a member of the family, caregiver, or emergency medical services