Sometimes I get asked this very question by concerned children of aging parents and it’s a very good question to ask.

Cell phones are great mobile devices to use in emergency situations such as when you are driving down the highway and are in a traffic accident but when it comes to home safety they fall short.

There are several reasons why medical alert systems are a better choice around the home.

1. When an elderly person falls at home they do not always have their cell phone on their person. If the phone is not within reach, it becomes useless for a fall victim if they are immobilized. This is why medical alert systems come with transmitters that can be worn around the neck or as a wristband.

2. Cell phone batteries constantly need recharging. What happens if the battery is dead when you go to call 911? Your medical alert pendant will last for many months before having to replace the battery and if the battery gets low an automatic call is sent to the monitoring station to alert them of the low battery condition.

3. Cell phones can be confusing to operate especially if it’s one with very small buttons. Many seniors have reduced dexterity in their fingers due to arthritis and other medical conditions and dialing small buttons in an emergency situations can be overwhelming. With MedFirst Alert’s medical alert system you are able to have an unlimited emergency call list. Our care specialist will call your physician, caregiver, children or whoever you want us to call. Your safety is what’s most important!

So, for safety in and around the house, there’s nothing quite as effective as a medical alert system from MedFirst Alert. If you or someone you know may need a medical alert system, give us a call today at 1-800-595-0718.

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