Medical Alert Necklace

Typical base unit in the medical necklace system

A medical alert necklace is an easily installed system which works with your phone line to provide assistance in case of an emergency. This should not be confused with a medical  ID necklace which is used to notify emergency staff about information like a medical condition or allergies. A medical alert necklace contains a button which when pressed will out for medical or emergency help. This can provide peace of mind for people who live alone or are separated from a loved one for long periods in a day.

How Does A Medical Alert Necklace Work?

A medical alert necklace system, like the bracelet system, is usually comprised of two main parts. The base station is the heart of the system. This unit will plug into a standard electrical outlet and a your phone jack. Built inside the base unit is a powerful speaker system and a very sensitive microphone. This allows for two way communication between the resident and the command center.

A heart shaped pendant is one type of medical alert necklace

The second part is a waterproof button that is worn as a necklace. In the event of an emergency, the wearer presses the button which triggers the base unit. The base unit will then dial out to the command center. The operator in the command center will ask what the problem may be. Then the operator will send the appropriate emergency vehicle to help. The command center can also call loved ones or a neighbor for further assistance.  This makes the medical alert necklace very effective.

The fee for a new medical alert pendant system differs from one company to another yet just about all are going to have a monthly monitoring service charge. Just like the bracelet system, you will find a couple of ways you can begin your services.

Cost Of A Necklace System

Paid Equipment - This is going to be where you pay up front for your equipment. This will likely cost you between $150-$250 and you pay the month to month service charge of $15-$35. The main benefit to those programs will be the reduced  services charge.

Lease or Rental Programs – This plan enables you to begin with absolutely no up front equipment costs. Your  month-to-month service rates could run about $30 – $50 and so the equipment costs are built in to the monthly service charge.

Make sure you have a trusted service provider

We recommend the rental program and have teamed up with Lifestation, a A+ BBB recommended service with the lowest rates and best service around. The links on this site offer a built in $1 per month discount. If prompted, or if ordering by phone, use code 313971 to receive your discount.

Important Note: Make sure that in the event of a power outage the system has a built-in battery allowing it to continue to operate for at least  24 hours. The monitoring center should be notified if your power is lost or battery power is low.

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