5 Common Mistakes: Medical Alert Systems

MEDICALALERT SYSTEMS

Common Mistakes5WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

BEFORE YOU BUYWHAT THEY WONT

TELL YOU

Landline or Cellular?Pendant or Watch? Speakerphone?

01Wrong TypeThere are a variety of options

Best option is month-to-monthSome are less expensive depending on length of term Understand what you are signing up for

02Long Term ContractRead the Fine Print

Can range from 400-1,000 feetAsk before you buy

03Not enough coveragefor the size of your home

Is weak, has an unsteady gait, is a fall riskLives aloneNeeds assurance family will be notified in case of event

04Waiting until a crisisAlert systems are good for anyone who:

Is support available for installation?Does a representative install it for you?Will you need special equipment?

05Difficult to Installor directions are not clear

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