Dear Savvy Senior: Are there any monitored medical alert devices that you know of that don’t require pushing a wearable help button? My 82-year-old father, who lives alone, has fallen twice during the ...

In retirement, older Americans can face challenges like living on a fixed income and facing unexpected medical bills. But seniors face more than just personal finance issues. Older Americans can also ...

Medical alert devices can provide lifesaving support when you’re living alone and experiencing a medical emergency. These systems are also called personal emergency response systems (PERS). They can ...

More than 36 million older adults report falls each year. Medical alert systems allow people to live independently for a longer period of time. Look for a medical alert system with 24/7 urgent ...

Medical alert systems help older adults maintain their independence, and offer loved ones peace of mind. In the event of an emergency, these systems are designed to alert caregivers and emergency ...

Dear Savvy Senior: Are there any monitored medical alert devices that don’t require pushing a wearable help button? My 82-year-old father, who lives alone, has fallen twice during the past year but ...

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Medical alert systems are wearable devices that contain a call button. In the event of an emergency, such as chest pain or a fall, the wearer can press the call button. The best medical alert systems ...

These aren’t your grandmother’s medical alert devices. Medical Guardian, a 12-time Inc. 5000 honoree, offers innovative systems that empower aging, chronically ill, and physically disabled individuals ...

Medical alert systems like those provided by SafetyLine, in Kenmore, WA, can give seniors more independence and give their loved ones more peace of mind. According to the Centers for Disease Control ...

Macy Alcido is a former writer for Forbes Health, based in New York City. She discovered her love for health reporting while attending the Columbia Journalism School, and has since contributed ...