Senior Alert Systems Can Mean More Independence

Your independence matters. That's why a senior alert system is so important. It can allow you to live your life as you normally would, but with the promise of help just around the corner anytime you might need it.

Staying Safe While Living Alone

There are many safety precautions you can take in addition to the purchase of a personal alarm system. Take a good look at these tips and ask yourself: What can I do that I'm not already doing to stay safe and secure?

• Make your home safe. Avoid slippery conditions and trip hazards in your home. Use non-slip pads and safety bars in your bathroom. Get rid of throw rugs, run cords next to the wall instead of through the room, and use nightlights to provide ample glow at night. Test your smoke alarms on a regular basis.
• Have a daily "checking in" phone call. Ask a friend or family member to call you once a day to make sure you are okay. If there is no one you can count on to do this for you, look for a medical alarm system that offers a daily call as a part of their service.
• Meet your neighbors. Your neighbors can check in on you from time to time. They can also notice if things are amiss. For instance, if you always get your mail promptly, but it's nightfall and you haven't come out to get it, they will know something could be wrong.
• Keep all medical information handy. Keep lists of medications, allergies, important phone numbers, and the like in an area where it will be seen by emergency responders. On the kitchen counter next to the phone is usually a good place.
• Consider a lock box. A lock box on your door can allow friends, family, and emergency personnel to access your home in the event of an emergency. Many senior alarm systems suggest a lock box, and will keep the access combination on file in order to help EMS teams get into your home without delay.

Get a Senior Alert System

You've made your home as safe as possible. Now it's time to take that extra step with the insurance of a med alert system. If there is ever a fall or other emergency, help can be there at the touch of a button--and that's a safety feature anyone would love to have.