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December 7, 2024 Personal alarms
Recommended alarms for disabled people
Disability alarms can promote independence, as well as being a lifeline in an emergency.
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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Taking Care donate £100,000 to Age UK's Emergency Coronavirus Appeal
Age UK has launched a £10 million Emergency Coronavirus Appeal to support the elderly through the pandemic. We are delighted to announce Taking Care are donating £100,000 to the appeal.
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Carer’s Allowance is the main welfare benefit that helps carers. Even if you don’t think of yourself as a carer, you may still be able to claim it.
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Many of us have heard of a power of attorney but do not fully understand what it is or whether we should have one. This useful guide will help you understand more.
Personal alarm stories: Supporting people with Alzheimer's and Dementia
John has Alzheimer’s disease and uses his GPS personal alarm to live independently. Taking Care used the GPS to find John when he went missing.
Personal alarm stories: Supporting Tricia and Multiple Sclerosis
Tricia is 52 years old and has multiple sclerosis, a neurological condition. Taking Care’s personal alarm service means she can live safely and independently and continue with her studies.
We're a member of the Exeter Dementia Action Alliance
We are delighted to be working with the Exeter Dementia Action Alliance as we take another step towards being recognised as a ‘Dementia-Friendly’ organisation.
Personal alarm stories: Getting a fall alarm
Val was sceptical about getting a fall alarm, until she needed to get help in an emergency. Now she loves her Taking Care personal alarm service.
Advice for the elderly in hot weather
For the elderly, the dangers from the cold are well known. But when the temperature goes up, it’s easy to forget there are just as many health risks. Read our advice for the elderly in...
How your personal alarm service works
When you press the emergency button on your personal alarm, it quickly calls one of our monitoring centres in the UK. Learn more about how your personal alarm service works and what happens in an emergency.
Personal alarm stories: Maintaining independence
Joan uses her personal alarm to live independently in her own home. Read how it helped her remain independent and get help in a fall.