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February 19, 2026 Personal alarms
The growing usage of personal alarms
Discover why usage is growing, how they’ve evolved, and how they support independence and safety.
January 27, 2026 Personal alarms
Why wearing your alarm in bed could save your life
Learn how a personal alarm worn at night improves safety and peace of mind.
January 9, 2026 Caring for elderly
Do my parents need a personal alarm?
Watching parents get older can be worrying - this article explains the key signs a personal alarm could help.
Recent articles
What has to be done when someone dies
A step-by-step guide with advice about what to do when someone passes away.
The analogue phone line switch off
Our Customer Service team have been explaining what the digital upgrade will mean for analogue phone lines.
Enjoying the company of new friends and partners
When we retire, we often lose daily interaction and conversations with people with a shared purpose so how can you get to know new people?
Can you be forced into a nursing home in the UK?
We discuss your rights and the circumstances when a nursing home or care home may need to be considered.
A guide to walking aids
Walking aids such as walking sticks, rollators and zimmer frames can greatly help your independence, if you choose the right model for you.
What is Taking Care doing to deal with the coronavirus pandemic?
Find out how we are keeping our personal alarm customers and staff safe during coronavirus. We continue to provide 24/7 alarm services during Covid.
The 8 most common types of in-home care for your loved ones
Considering home care? We explain the most common types of in-home care.
We've been voted Best Elderly Personal Alarm Specialist!
We’re excited to have been awarded Best Elderly Personal Alarm Specialist in the GHP Social Care Awards 2022.
The benefits of a rise and recline armchair
Do you struggle with getting in and out of your chair? Or with sitting comfortably for large parts of your day? If so, a riser recliner may be the chair for you. Rise and recline armchairs,...
Supporting RAF veterans to maintain their independence
Our partnership with the RAF Benevolent Fund will support veterans to remain independent for longer.