Emergency buttons for the elderly

• With a simple press, it connects the user to a 24/7 Emergency Resolution Team, ensuring that assistance is available whenever it’s needed.
• These devices are particularly beneficial for elderly individuals, people with medical conditions, or those at risk of falls, as they offer a reliable way to summon help without needing to reach for a phone.
• By offering peace of mind and reducing response times in critical situations, emergency buttons help elderly individuals maintain their independence while ensuring help is always within reach.

• Falls: This is one of the most common reasons for hospital visits among older adults. If someone can't get up after falling, an emergency button ensures help arrives quickly.
• Heart attacks or strokes: Time is critical in these situations, and an emergency button can summon immediate medical assistance.
• Seizures or loss of consciousness: Some conditions can cause sudden blackouts or confusion, making it vital to get help fast.
• Breathing difficulties: Conditions like asthma, COPD, or sudden allergic reactions can escalate quickly, requiring urgent attention.

• Fires or gas leaks: If an elderly person detects a fire or a gas leak but can't reach a phone, an emergency button allows them to call for help.
• Carbon monoxide poisoning: Symptoms like dizziness or confusion can make it difficult to act quickly, but a simple button press can alert responders.
• Burns or cuts: Kitchen accidents or other injuries may require urgent first aid or medical attention.

• Break-ins or burglaries: If an intruder enters the home, pressing an emergency button can notify the Emergency Resolution Team without needing to dial a phone.
• Feeling unsafe: Emergency buttons connect to an Emergency Resolution Team, who can offer reassurance if the user feels uneasy or vulnerable.

• Dementia or memory loss: Elderly individuals with dementia may wander or become confused. GPS-enabled dementia alarms can help locate them quickly.
• Sudden confusion: Whether due to a medical condition or medication side effects, pressing a button can alert caregivers to check in.

• Falls are one of the biggest risks for older adults.
• Taking Care's emergency alarms with fall detection automatically detect a sudden drop and trigger an alert, even if the wearer is unable to press the button.
• This ensures that help is summoned quickly, reducing the risk of complications from being left unattended.

• All emergency button devices are connected to Taking Care’s UK-based Emergency Resolution Team, which operates 24/7.
• If an alert is triggered, trained specialists assess the situation and can contact family members, carers, or emergency services as needed.

• For active older adults or those at risk of wandering due to dementia, GPS-enabled alarms provide real-time location tracking.
• This allows emergency responders or family members to locate the user quickly if they become lost or disoriented.

• With a simple press of a button, users can call for help instantly—whether it’s a medical emergency, a home hazard, or feeling unsafe.
• The device connects directly to a trained Emergency Resolution Team, eliminating the need to find and dial a phone.

• Many accidents happen in bathrooms, so Taking Care’s emergency buttons are designed to be waterproof, ensuring users can wear them while bathing or showering.
• They are also available as pendants, wristbands, or clip-on devices for comfortable all-day wear.

• Whether the user spends most of their time at home or leads an active lifestyle, Taking Care offers emergency button solutions suited to different needs.
• Home-based alarms work through a landline or digital connection, while mobile-enabled devices provide coverage anywhere with mobile signal.

• Some emergency buttons feature built-in speakers and microphones, allowing users to communicate directly with the response team.
• This feature is especially useful if they need to explain their situation or if reassurance is required while help is on the way.

For elderly individuals who are more active or frequently leave the house, a GPS-enabled mobile alarm or smartwatch-style alarm offers protection anywhere with mobile coverage.

If there’s a risk of falls, a fall detection device provides extra reassurance by automatically alerting a response centre if a fall occurs, even if the user is unable to press the button. Our team will be happy to advise you on which emergency button best suits your needs.