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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 is a GSM alarm system?
Find out what a digital GSM alarm system is and the benefits over a traditional analogue personal alarm system.
How to reduce bruising after a fall
Bruises can not only hurt but may look unappealing too. There are a few ways you can reduce bruising and treat the injury.
Why do I need a panic button?
Worried how to get help when on your own? A panic button can be used by the elderly to quickly get help in an emergency.
Personal alarm stories: Help and support during coronavirus lockdown
Lynn's Mum was able to call for help using her personal alarm during the Coronavirus lockdown.
CPR Guardian Watch now available
Taking Care, providers of the life-saving 24/7 personal alarm system, have teamed up with CPR to add the award winning GPS enabled Guardian Watch II to their monitored product offering.
Volunteer’s Week 1st-7th June 2020 – Being a Dementia Friends Champion
To mark Volunteer Week, we sharing volunteering our staff do for Dementia Friends.
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.
How do I claim Carer's Allowance?
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.
What are Lasting Powers of Attorney?
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.