"According to the National Poll on Healthy Aging, which surveyed adults from ages 50 to 80, 88% responded that it was important to remain in their homes as long as possible. For older Americans to age in place well, technology can be useful, especially medical alert systems. "These devices allow those who have fallen or have an emergency to contact someone for assistance," says Jen Teague, Director for Health Coverage and Benefits at the National Council on Aging. "Ultimately, they help an individual maintain independence.""
"Typical at-home medical alert systems have a base unit in the home that connects wirelessly to wall-mounted sensors or wearable devices. On-the-go, or mobile systems, include a rechargeable battery and charger. Both systems typically offer wearable accessories, such as a medical alert necklace, bracelet, or watch, that include a help button. When the button is pushed (or in some models, when a fall is detected), an alarm is activated and the monitoring center, or emergency contacts and responders are notified."
Eighty-eight percent of adults ages 50 to 80 said remaining in their homes as long as possible is important. Technology can help older Americans age in place, with medical alert systems providing emergency support and independence. Medical alert options include in-home base units, mobile systems with rechargeable batteries, and wearable accessories such as necklaces, bracelets, and watches with help buttons. Many models include automatic fall detection that triggers an alarm and notifies monitoring centers or emergency contacts. Average monthly monitoring costs range from $20 to $45, not including equipment or programming fees. Consumer devices like the Apple Watch offer fall detection and emergency calling but do not connect to monitoring centers. Voice assistants can provide reminders and may assist during emergencies.
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