With an ageing population and people staying fitter longer, it's not surprising that more and more people are staying independent longer.
However, when people are staying alone, they are still at risk of suffering mishaps which is why telecare services for the elderly are so important.
They provide reassurance not only to elderly individuals but also to their loved ones such as friends and family that if anything untoward did befall them, help would soon be at hand.
Alarm monitored services work by supplying individuals with a base unit and a personal alarm to carry on their person in the home. This may be in the form of a pendant, bracelet or necklace.
Should an elderly individual have an accident, they can activate their alarm, and will immediately receive assistance.
Normally, a call will be made to the base unit but if for whatever reason the individual is unable to communicate, then the personal alarm service seeks to contact pre-designated keyholders such as neighbours or relatives, and if necessary the emergency services.
Usually, such telecare providers will already have been fully briefed about individuals and be able to call up any relevant medical information on their computers. Such telecare services provide support 24/7, so their benefit in providing peace of mind is clearly incalculable.
And, obviously, it's not only the elderly who can benefit from telecare services but anyone with any sort of infirmity but who wish to retain their independence.
Ageing can be distressing for some people especially when they suffer from ailments which can affect their independence. And, one of the most distressing aspects is being told that it's too risky for someone to remain in their own home which often they have become hugely attached to.
Alarm monitored services, however, have provided a lifeline to those who may be at risk but are still relatively mobile.
It means many people can retain their independence longer, making positive choices about where they'd like to reside, with the prospect of entering a home only required for the very infirm or those requiring round the clock medical attention.
This is clearly a progressive step for an ageing population staying healthier longer, and thankfully, many not for profit organisations operate in the telecare market, so the pricing of such alarm monitored telecare services tends not to be overly prohibitive.
The only drawback is the personal alarm being located close to the base unit so help is easily available when an individual is at home.
But with the giant strides continually being made in digital and mobile technology, it's not beyond the realms of possibility that such alarms will be usable in the near future - wherever any individual may be.
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