Personal Emergency Alarm Systems
There are a few companies that offer medical alert systems in Ontario. Not every provider has the same product, longevity and experience, so it is essential to ask questions necessary to ensure your loved one will receive the service for their needs.
Lifeline Canada was developed in 1974 by a husband and wife team of gerontologists with a reputation for maintaining safety and independence for older adults in their own homes. All help calls are answered in Canada 24/7 by our Lifeline Response Associates. The Response Centre Associates receive 240 hours of training on the emergency needs of older adults, plus annual recertification. They can be reached at 1-866-916-8146
Galaxy Medical Alert Systems operates at the highest standards and backed by industry leading certifications. Their Emergency Medical Technicians are trained and certified experts in the medical industry. During an emergency, you or your loved one will be taken care of by knowledgeable and experienced medical professionals.Â
Promyse Home Care is partnered with Galaxy Medical Alert to provide an affordable, reliable monitoring service for our clients that will ensure help is only a call away – 24 hours a day. They can be reached at 1-855-905-7414
Peace of Mind and Independent Living
Falls are a serious concern for an ageing population and can lead to devastating consequences. A simple fall can prevent you from continuing with your activities of daily living. Falls can also contribute to poor health and make independent living difficult. It is very important to take preventative measures and to make sure you have access to emergency medical help if a fall should occur.
What is a Medical Alert System?
A medical alert system is also known as a personal emergency response system (PERS). It is a live two-way voice hands-free communication system that functions similarly to a speakerphone. It consists of a base unit and a remote (usually worn by an individual in the form of a pendant, necklace, bracelet or belt clip). The base unit and remote have a help or panic button to be used for personal medical emergencies. Pushing the help button signals to the Response Centre that emergency medical help is needed immediately.
Benefits of a Galaxy Medical Alert System
- With the costs of long-term care homes and private in-home health care services increasing each year, medical alert systems are an affordable alternative care option for at-risk individuals. A medical alert system allows for a more private lifestyle through living independently.
- Medical alert systems enable independent living and staying in the comfort of your own home longer without needing regular support.
- With one of our medical alert systems, you will have peace-of-mind knowing that it is safe for you to be alone because you have access to emergency medical help, should you need it, through the Galaxy Medical Alert Response Center, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
How It Works
- Press the button on the pendant or base unit for emergency help from trained medical professionals.Â
- Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) will assess the situation and send help if needed. If you’re unable to communicate at any time with the EMT, emergency services will be sent automatically to your location.Â
- Emergency services will be sent to your location. First responders will be provided with your vital medical information. Your personal contacts will be notified. An EMT will continue to talk to you until help has arrived.
Types of Products
Home Cellular System:
- User-friendly and easy to install
- Uses 3G/4G/LTE technology
- Ideal for individuals that spend the majority of their time at home
- Protection during an emergency without a traditional phone line
- Offers increased speed, accuracy, reliability, and durability when contacting the Galaxy Medical Alert Response Centre during an emergency
- Designed by experts to provide the highest quality sound and clearest live two-way voice communication
- 24/7 medical monitoring
Mobile Watch System with GPS:
- Easy to use and ideal for an active lifestyle
- Attractive, lightweight help button that can be worn on the wrist
- Instant hands-free communication
- Ideal for individuals that spend the majority of their time on the go
- 4G LTE cellular technology
- Sensors: customers can monitor their heart rate (BPM), blood pressure, blood oxygen, and step count using our simple touch interface
- Location detection: combination of GPS and WiFi provides the fastest and most accurate location service available
- 24/7 medical monitoring services from virtually anywhere
Mobile System with GPS & Fall Detection:
- Easy to use and install
- Attractive, lightweight help button that can be worn on a lanyard or belt
- ONE button activation and/or automatic fall detection
- Instant hands-free communication
- Ideal for individuals that spend the majority of their time on the go
- 4G LTE cellular technology
- Automated fall detection – designed to detect a fall as soon as it happens
- After just 10 seconds, if there is no movement or tilt from horizontal to vertical positioning detected, an unconsciousness alarm will be sent for medical help
- Automatic GPS location or Wi-Fi location
- 24/7 medical monitoring services from virtually anywhere
What’s Next?
Are you trying to decide which personal emergency response system (PERS) is the right system for yourself or a loved one?
To make your decision easier and to ensure that you have the most up-to-date information about Galaxy products, please call 1-855-905-7414. Mention you heard about them through this article by Promyse Home Care
