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June 2, 2025 Digital switchover
Landline Digital Switchover - Customer Advice
Information for customers of Taking Care, Age Co and Age UK personal alarms.

June 2, 2025 Personal alarms
What is a pendant alarm?
A pendant alarm offers a simple and effective way to get help quickly in an emergency.

May 1, 2025 Personal alarms
Supporting your loved one’s independence with a community alarm
Discover how community alarms can support elderly independence, with a wide variety of alarms from Taking Care’s UK-based team.
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How care innovations are transforming alarms for the future
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Staff stories - Debbie, Customer Services Advisor
Meet Debbie, one of our dedicated Customer Services Advisors, who delivers exceptional care and support to our customers.

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.

Recommended alarms for disabled people
Disability alarms can promote independence, as well as being a lifeline in an emergency.

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.

Hospital discharge for elderly: what you need to know
Discharging an elderly loved one can be stressful, but with the right information, you can navigate this transition.

Long lie falls and health complications
Learn about the risks of long lies after falls and how to reduce them. Take our free Falls Risk Score assessment today.