What is a Panic Button for the Elderly?

A panic alarm for the elderly is an extremely useful tool for people wanting to maintain their independence long into their old age. As panic buttons allow the user to summon assistance should they fall or become unwell, both the user and their family and friends are afforded greater peace of mind knowing their loved ones are being looked after. The alarm can also be used if the user feels distressed at all, for example if they have an unexpected or unwanted caller at their door, or feel in danger in any way.

For elderly people living alone, this service can be a vital lifeline. Family members may not always be able to reach their aging loved ones quickly when they call. With a 24-hour monitoring service, older people can remain independent, living in their own homes for longer whilst still feeling confident and secure.

A panic alarm for the elderly can work in a variety of ways, depending on the particular model you choose. Different alarms have different features and benefits, so it is important to think carefully before you choose the one that you feel suits you best.

What most panic alarms have in common is how they help people in the event of an emergency. Most panic alarms are wearable devices that allow the user to call for help by simply pressing the SOS button. Multiple wearing options are available, with most alarms coming with both wrist and neck worn options. If the wearer needs help, for example if they suddenly feel unwell, all they need to do is press the button and the alarm will automatically call out for help.

As mentioned above, most panic buttons for the elderly work in a similar way in terms of having an SOS button to press. As also mentioned above, beyond the headline similarities, there are a lot of different options for the features and benefits you can get from you panic alarm.

SureSafe offers the broadest range of panic buttons for the elderly on the market. Our goal is to be able to have the perfect alarm solution for everyone’s needs, so we go the extra mile to make sure we have options that can suit peoples different needs and budgets.

If you want an alarm with the peace of mind of being connected to a 24/7 response centre then look no further that the SureSafe 24/7 Connect Alarm. If you prefer your alarm to call your family and friends directly then the SureSafe Personal Alarm might be better suited for you as it will call up to 3 numbers of your choice when activated. If you want the additional safety of having a fall detector, where the alarm can actually detect falls and call for help by itself, check out the FallSafe and Fall Alert as potential options, which also both come with 24/7 monitoring.

If you are looking for an alarm that can offer protection both at home and away from it, we recommend that you cast your eyes at the SureSafeGO and SureSafeGO Plus alarms. These mobile alarms can work at home, in the garden and also when away from your home. This could include while going for a walk, going to the shops or doing another outdoor activity that you enjoy. Both alarms also come with fall detection as standard, and include GPS tracking so that people know where you are when they need help.

If all of that sounds like too many options, or if you have any questions or would like any help in selecting the right alarm for you, then give us a call on 0800 112 3201. Our friendly team of panic button experts will be only too happy to help.