As we get older, many couples want to stay independent and continue enjoying life together in the comfort of their home. But it’s natural to start thinking about safety too, especially if one or both partners have health concerns or mobility issues.
An in-home personal alarm for couples can be a simple, reassuring solution which means both of you can get help at the touch of a button, without needing two separate systems. Wherever you or your loved ones live, a shared in-home alarm can help you feel confident and secure knowing help is never far away if needed.
What is a personal alarm for couples?
An in-home personal alarm for couples is designed to be used by two people living in the same home. Rather than each person having their own separate personal alarm service and alarm unit, couples can share one account and base unit, which is the central device that connects to Taking Care’s UK-based Emergency Resolution Team, available 24/7.
Each person has their own pendant or wrist-worn button, which they can use independently. If either person presses their button, the system connects immediately to the monitoring team, who already know their details, location, and medical information.
It’s a simple and efficient way for couples to share protection while keeping costs and equipment to a minimum.
How dual-user systems work
When you choose a shared alarm system, both pendants connect to the same base unit. This means:
- Either user can raise an alarm from anywhere within the system’s range.
- The monitoring team will know which pendant was activated and who is calling for help.
Both the Digital Personal Alarm and Digital Fall Alarm allow a second user and pendant to be added to the same base unit, so they are an ideal choice for couples who want to share protection but maintain their own personal button and independence.
What are the benefits of a shared personal alarm system?
A joint in-home alarm package for the elderly offers many advantages:
1. Peace of mind for both partners
You can rest easy knowing that no matter who needs help, day or night, the response is immediate, reliable, and professional.
2. Cost-effective protection
Adding a second user to an existing system is often more affordable than buying two separate alarms. It’s a smart way to ensure both partners are covered without doubling the expense.
3. Less equipment, less clutter
A single base unit means fewer cables, fewer devices, and a simpler setup. Everything connects seamlessly through one user-friendly hub.
4. Ideal for couples with different routines
If one of you enjoys gardening or being outdoors, while the other prefers to stay inside, the in-home alarm's 300 metres (984 feet) range means you’ll both stay protected around the home and garden.
How Taking Care’s alarms work for couples
At Taking Care, we’ve designed our personal alarms to suit the lifestyle and needs of real people, and that’s including couples who want shared reassurance when in and around the home.
Digital Personal Alarm
Perfect for couples who spend most of their time at home, this system offers dependable coverage (up to 300 metres / 984 feet) throughout the home and garden. You can easily add a second pendant for your partner, both connected to the same base unit.
The great thing about our alarms is that each pendant can be worn as a necklace or wristband, offering flexibility and comfort for both users.
Digital Fall Alarm
For extra reassurance, couples can choose a version of our personal alarm that has automatic fall detection, so if a fall is detected, it will trigger an alert even if the wearer can’t press the button.
When an alarm is triggered, our UK-based Emergency Resolution Team will know exactly who activated the device and respond appropriately, contacting family members or emergency services if needed.
Things to consider when sharing a personal alarm system
Distance and range: Most in-home systems, like the Digital Personal Alarm, cover up to 300 metres (984 feet). If you have a large garden or want coverage when you are out and about, check the range suits your property or consider a GPS alarm.
Connection type: All of Taking Care’s alarms work via a reliable digital connection, not the old analogue phone network, so they’re ready for the upcoming UK digital switchover.
Personal preferences: Each partner can choose how to wear their alarm, as a pendant or wristband.
Budget and ongoing cost: A shared system is often more cost-effective than two separate ones, but be sure to explore available plans and optional extras, like fall detection.
Sharing a personal alarm system is a simple but powerful way for couples to look out for one another. With one base unit and two pendants, you can both enjoy the freedom to live independently with the reassurance that help is always close by.
So whether you’re pottering around the garden, relaxing indoors, or enjoying time together, a shared alarm system means you’re both protected day and night. And because it’s designed to fit around your routines and lifestyle, it offers confidence without compromise.
