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Winter in the UK
November 24, 2023

How a personal alarm call panicked an intruder

An intruder was scared off by a customer's personal alarm and was caught by the police.

Hillary and Martin on their holiday
November 16, 2023

Transforming lives with an out-and-about personal alarm

How an out-and-about GPS personal alarm helped Hilary and Martin by providing peace of mind and freedom. 

Ashley training new members of Taking Care team
October 27, 2023

Staff stories – Ashley, Operational Trainer

Meet Ashley, our Operational Trainer who trains our new staff in all the different teams at Taking Care.

Emily giving an interview for Taking Care Careers video
September 28, 2023

Staff stories - Emily, HR Administrator

Meet Emily, our HR Administrator who works to recruit new team members and supports staff with the HR queries.

Woman showing her wrist worn digital personal alarm
September 25, 2023

A personal alarm helped Shirley care for her husband despite her own health concerns

How a wrist-worn personal alarm gave Shirley the confidence to take care of husband Howard during difficult times.  

John - emergency resolution operator
August 11, 2023

Staff Stories - John, Emergency Resolution Operator

Meet John, one of our Emergency Resolution operators who answers alarm calls and supports our customers when they need us most.

Steve enjoying his independence with elderly GPS tracker alarm
June 13, 2023

Supporting Steve's independence and safety with a GPS tracker alarm

How an out-and-about GPS personal alarm gives Steve the confidence to remain active in his local community. 

Emergency Resolution Operator - Taking Care
June 12, 2023

Staff Stories - George, Emergency Resolution Operator

Meet George, one of our Emergency Resolution Operators who answers emergency calls.

Jacqueline Hooton fitness coach with elderly parents
May 25, 2023

Jacqueline Hooton: Elderly falls & benefits of exercise for older adults

Fitness coach Jacqueline Hooton describes her experiences of supporting her parents' independence.

Jacqueline Hooton personal trainer with elderly mother
May 25, 2023

Recommended strength and balance exercises for seniors

Personal trainer Jacqueline Hooton gives us her top strength and balance exercises for seniors to help reduce risk of falling.