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January 7, 2025 Personal alarms
Personal alarms that contact friends and family
Compare benefits, costs, and features of monitored vs unmonitored alarms to find the perfect solution.
December 30, 2024 Company news
1.48 million alarm calls answered in 2024
Our Emergency Resolution Team continued their unwavering dedication in 2024 to keep personal alarm customers safe and supported.
November 13, 2024 Benefits and entitlements
Financial support and discounts for disabled adults
Georgina Colman explains the financial support available to people living with a disability and savings available from high-street brands.
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The National Bereavement Service has provided some sensitive advice on how to cope with bereavement and those painful reminders.
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Caring for aging parents checklist
View this handy checklist for those looking into assistance with caring for elderly parents.
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Take a look at our tips to help combat the effects of loneliness in the elderly.
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Later life can be a great time to start new hobbies and interests, bringing multiple physical and mental health benefits to over 60s.
Eight fire safety tips for elderly relatives
Government research shows that fire fatalities are more common in the elderly than any other age group.
Tips for talking to elderly parents about changes to lifestyle
Having a conversation with elderly relatives about making some changes to help keep them safe can be challenging.
Taking.Care are the first personal alarm provider to complete testing ahead of the digital switchover
Taking.Care are the first personal alarm provider to complete full testing of their product range ahead of the digital switchover.