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January 6, 2026 Technology
Personal alarms for couples - how do shared systems work?
A shared in-home personal alarm is a simple, reassuring solution to support the independence of couples.
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.
December 4, 2025 Personal alarms
The best personal alarms for women
Discover the best personal alarms for women that are stylish and reliable. Alarms that provide safety and peace of mind.
Recent articles
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.
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.