Personal Alarm for an Elderly Parent
"Personal alarm" means two different things for older people. It is worth knowing which one your parent needs.
Keyring alarm (like Ashley)
A loud siren and light they carry when out: walking to the shops, the bus stop, the car park. No app, no subscription, no monthly fee. It does not call anyone and does not detect falls. Its job is to draw attention nearby.
Monitored pendant or telecare alarm
Worn at home, connected to a 24/7 response centre, often with fall detection. There is usually a monthly fee. Choose this if your parent lives alone, has had falls, or may not be able to get to a phone.
Which is right?
- Active, out and about, wants reassurance: a keyring alarm
- At risk of falls or unwell at home: a monitored pendant
- Many families use both: a pendant at home and a keyring alarm for outings
Why Ashley suits older users
- One simple action: pull the pin
- Up to 1 year on standby, so it is not another thing to charge every week
- Bright strobe helps people find them in the dark
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