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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.
July 16, 2025 Personal alarms
Why is it important to promote independence in the elderly?
Learn how supporting independence helps older adults live safely, confidently, and with dignity.
June 19, 2025 Technology
The top reasons why older adults get a personal alarm
Our latest customer insight survey reveals the top concerns older adults have and one factor stands out.
Recent articles
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.
Influenza in elderly: can you get a free flu jab in 2024?
Influenza can hit older adults and the elderly hard. Can you get a free flu jab this year?
Advice for keyholders: Responding to a personal alarm alert
As a keyholder for a personal alarm user, you may receive a phone call from our monitoring centre.
The UK's favourite TV shows of the 1970s
Revisit iconic British TV shows of the 1970s, including the most popular children's programmes of the era.
How to prevent slips, trips and falls
Download our falls prevention guide for useful tips and advice to keep you or your loved ones safe in their home.
Can I get a free NHS personal alarm?
Find out if you're eligible for a free personal alarm from the NHS and explore alternative options.