Panic Button Saves Lives During Elderly Home Invasions

Another use for elderly panic buttons are home invasions. According to a United States Department of Justice report, 38% of assaults and 60% of rapes occur during home invasions, with over 8,000 home invasions a day in North America alone.

Some ways to protect yourself from home invasion include a door brace on your front and back door. The door is the main way in which criminals gain entrance to your home. Having support for those entry ways is a smart decision.

A dog can also deter attackers from entering your home. Larger breeds that bark are typically the first choice for obvious reasons. All dogs have excellent hearing however, and can alert an owner to an impending intruder buying them valuable time to contact authorities or get to safety. There are also “Barking Dog Alarms” available for those folks who would love the protection without having to care for the dog.

Neighborhood watches and other awareness programs can be a viable deterrent to criminals as well. Just knowing that neighbors will be watching, taking information and possibly contacting authorities for anything that looks suspicious will be enough to keep violent criminals from invading your home.

Finally, there can be no better piece of mind than having your own home or medical security alarm system. This system will allow you to contact authorities and have them at your door with the simple press of a button.

For more information contact www.FirstResponseSystem.com.



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First Response Systems provides Senior Medical Alert Systems and Wireless Panic Button Alarm's for the Elderly. Contact us at 866-930-1130 or visit us on the web at http://www.firstresponsesystem.com.

Evaluating a Medical Alert Alarm System for Eldercare

With so many elderly adults choosing to live in place, or remain in their own homes well into their old age, choosing a care system where family will know they are safe and well protected can be one of the most important decisions made during this time. A personal alarm system can help alleviate the worry and concerns placed on family members.

An important factor to consider first during the evaluation period is the length of time the company has been in business. This will help you consider the next step of whether to buy, rent or lease your equipment, since those businesses that have not been in business for very long run the risk of going out of business leaving you with the equipment and no way to use it.

Another consideration should be whether you want a national or a local center. When considering this factor, the quality and training of the personnel involved and the speed at which they are able to reach your loved one should be the strongest criteria for your decision. You also want to consider the procedure for notifying emergency personnel and the process and frequency of unit testing.

If price is a consideration, then you will also need to know that at present neither private insurance companies, Medicare or Medicaid cover the cost of senior panic buttons or medical alarm systems. While renting is often the best choice according to consumer groups, the cost can range from $15 to $50 per month.


Be sure to ask plenty of questions and determine a reasonable budget for you and your loved one before signing any contract or agreement.

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First Response Systems provides Senior Medical Alert Systems and Wireless Panic Button Alarm's for the Elderly. Contact us at 866-930-1130 or visit us on the web at http://www.firstresponsesystem.com.

How to Choose a Medical Alarm System for an Elderly Loved One

There are several suggested factors you need to look for when choosing an eldercare medical alert system.

• Inspect and evaluate several systems before committing to their use.
• Determine if the equipment will be compatible with other service centers.
• Question pricing, service and features of each system and compare costs.
• Test and ensure that the unit will work from everywhere in the house and that nothing will interfere with its signal.
• Read everything very carefully before signing or agreeing to any contracts.
• Check on the availability of the monitoring center. Are they available 24 hours a day?
• On average, how long does it take to get a response to an emergency call?
• How in depth is the training given to staff members at the center?
• What is the procedure and frequency for testing units in the home?

A personal medical alarm system is a big investment and important decision. Be sure to do as much fact gathering and research as possible before making a decision or signing a contract for service.

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First Response Systems provides Senior Medical Alert Systems and Wireless Panic Button Alarm's for the Elderly. Contact us at 866-930-1130 or visit us on the web at http://www.firstresponsesystem.com.

Senior Panic Button Information

According to many health and safety codes, a personal emergency response system is “an alarm system installed in a residence; monitored by an alarm company; designed to signal a medical or personal emergency so that the company may dispatch appropriate aid; and not part of a combination of alarm systems that include a burglar or fire alarm.”

In these systems, the user carries or wears a pendant or wristband transmitter that is connected both to the user's telephone and the monitoring facility.

During an emergency, and when the button is depressed, the transmitter sends a message to the monitoring company who then determines through conversation with the user, what the best course of action will be. The monitoring company will either dispatch medical professionals or emergency services, or call a family member to help the user.

There are typically two types of monitoring centers, local area or provider-based centers and national centers or manufacturer-based centers. Owning your system gives you the choice between which type to use, while renting or leasing locks you into using one or the other.

Many provider services are individual to each center and range system testing frequency, languages offered, quality, training and experience of personnel, cost, and emergency call procedures.


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First Response Systems provides Senior Medical Alert Systems and Wireless Panic Button Alarm's for the Elderly. Contact us at 866-930-1130 or visit us on the web at http://www.firstresponsesystem.com.

Senior Panic Button Gives Elderly Back Independence

Maintaining independence while being carefully cared for has always been a consideration of the elderly and disabled. First Response System medical alert systems and panic buttons are designed to give elderly and disabled individuals freedom, mobility and independence while maintaining dignified monitoring of their condition.

First Response System will provide you with a base station for communication with our central facility in the event of an emergency. You will also have a choice of a wearable panic button as either a necklace, bracelet or pendant, for ease of contact with our UL listed facility. A lockbox outside your home provides emergency personnel with a way to reach you quickly. The First Response System can also be used to answer incoming telephone calls by pressing the button without ever leaving your seat, and has a 36 hour battery life in the event of a power outage or other electrical emergency.

First Response Systems offers Spanish and English speaking operators, and a state of the art facility. Monitors and systems are checked weekly for accuracy and performance to ensure that it will work when it is needed.

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First Response Systems provides Senior Medical Alert Systems and Wireless Panic Button Alarm's for the Elderly. Contact us at 866-930-1130 or visit us on the web at http://www.firstresponsesystem.com.

How to use a PERSONAL RESPONSE SYSTEM or WIRELESS HELP BUTTON

As the baby boomer generation ages and families are living farther apart, it is imperative that the aging population is protected against emergencies when they are home alone. One way that is making it possible for this group of people to live alone longer is the introduction of the emergency personal response system. One of the biggest questions that arise is what to do if you were to fall and not able to make it to the phone for an emergency, or were having trouble breathing, how would you let someone know? The wireless help button medical alert system is a developing market that makes it simple for people to get police, fire, and medical attention even when they aren’t able to dial 911.

Emergency personal response systems are designed to be very simple, even for those who are apprehensive about technology. Knowing how to use these systems is quite easy to explain to someone. If your company does not provide a home installation, it is not difficult for an amateur to install. Once you have selected the product and payment plan right for your budget, you will simply need to take the following steps:

Make sure that all parts were in the packaging, and make sure to pick up any additional parts you might need. Once you have checked the directions for the parts and installation, you are ready to go ahead and set it up.

Plug the phone line into the unit (to make sure the phone line is active plug your existing phone into the bottom of the base unit and check for dial tone), and plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. Once it is ready, the unit should light up to indicate you have everything plugged in correctly.

Next it is time to test the alert buttons. Simply press the wireless alert button included with the system or the emergency button included on the base unit. The system will go into alarm mode and begin to signal to the monitoring station. Within about 30 seconds the voice of a central station specialist will be heard over the base units built in speaker. At this time you will let the central station specialist no you are testing the system. You will be instructed by the central station to test the sound quality of the built in speaker throughout different rooms in the house. It is also a good time to test the range of the wireless help button within the boundaries of your living space inside and outside.

Once you’re personal response system is set up properly, make sure that you keep the wireless help button with you at all times when you are home. This will usually be worn either as a bracelet or necklace. You choice the style that fits you best. If you ever have an emergency, simply press the button and the wireless alert will notify the monitoring station. Once they have been notified, a central station specialist will attempt to make contact with the medical alert user. If no contact is made, the monitoring station will dispatch emergency services until the nature of the emergency is known. Using a personal response system has many advantages over relying solely on calling 911 in a time of need. Many times in an emergency being able to reach a phone or even speak may be impossible. This is no longer a concern when you are wearing your wireless help button. You are never more then a push of a button away from receiving the medical help that you need. The monitoring station will also have additional information: the resident’s age, medical conditions, and someone who can allow access to the home. This is often invaluable information during an emergency when police, fire, and medical help are being dispatched.

Having a medical alarm system in your home not only protects you, but also gives your family a sense of security, knowing you can call for help anytime. The simple set-up makes it an essential tool for anyone who lives alone.

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First Response Systems provides Senior Medical Alert Systems and Wireless Panic Button Alarm's for the Elderly. Contact us at 866-930-1130 or visit us on the web at http://www.firstresponsesystem.com.

First Response Announces a Higher Level of Product Safety

“Currently the industry standard for testing medical alert systems is monthly testing. First Response has taken it upon themselves to raise the bar so their medical alert systems are all tested once a week to ensure they will be working when needed.”

Katonah, NY May 26, 2009 – Currently the industry standard for testing medical alert systems is monthly testing. First Response has taken it upon themselves to raise the bar. Becoming a leader in the medical alert service arena “takes a little extra effort and sacrifice”, says Mr. Gregory Ribaudo, the Vice President of Operations for First Response Medical Alerts.  “We go the extra mile when monitoring our medical alert customers; all of our medical alert systems are tested once a week to ensure they will be working when needed.”  Mr. Ribaudo goes on to say, “At First Response we feel monthly testing leaves the end user at risk that their system may not be communicating with the central station in a time of need.”

Providing the highest quality service to customers has always been the mission at First Response, a national provider of medical alert services.  Many medical alert system users may not realize that their telephone line is not communicating properly.  It may have been disconnected by accident or there could be an issue with the local telephone provider.  These are problems that occur each day and need to be addressed more then once a month.  

Another area that First Response differentiates their services from most competitors is by staying on the line with their customers during an emergency response until medical help arrives.  This is an additional service that First Response feels is necessary in order to keep their end users calm during a potentially stressful time.  Minimum industry standards allow operators to put the user on hold during an emergency while they call for help.  At First Response the care specialist always stay on line with the user to provide a sense of comfort.  A second operator will then make the necessary calls to the emergency services and family members.  

These added benefits offered by First Response are essential when trying to provide the highest level of care throughout the industry.   Greg comments, “We strive to give our customers the best personal emergency response systems at a cost that competes with all the major providers.”

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First Response Systems provides Senior Medical Alert Systems and Wireless Panic Button Alarm's for the Elderly. Contact us at 866-930-1130 or visit us on the web at http://www.firstresponsesystem.com.