Medical Alert Systems
Bay Alarm Medical
They offer a choice of a traditional medical alert system that
works with or without a home telephone line, or a mobile GPS
device if you don’t want to be tethered to a mobile base station.
Great customer support. You don’t have to sign up for a longterm contract.
Fall detection: Yes
Mobile option: Yes
Cost: Starts at $25.95 per month
Long-term contracts: No
Website: BayAlarmMedical.com
Phone: 1-877-522-9633
MobileHelp
MobileHelp carries a cellular in-home alert system, a mobile
option, and a pendant with fall detection. Their mobile option
connects to the AT&T network so it can be used anywhere with
cell service. They refund prepaid money if you cancel your service.
Fall detection: Yes
Mobile option: Yes
Cost: Starts at $29.95 monthly for home
Long-term contracts: No
Website: MobileHelp.com
Phone: 1-800-992-0616
Medical Guardian
You can choose from a traditional device, or a cellular
one if you want to stay protected on the go. Medical
Guardian also offers optional fall detection. No longterm contracts, easy to install. Excellent range on the inhome system (1300 feet).
Fall detection: Yes
Mobile option: Yes
Cost: Starts at $29.95 per month
Long-term contracts: No
Website: MedicalGuardian.com
Phone: 1-800-668-9200
ResponseNow
The company offers in-home and mobile options, including
our personal favorite, their mobile device Belle. Belle has a
battery life of 30 days, is waterproof and can be used
anywhere that’s covered by the AT&T network.
Fall detection: Yes
Mobile option: Yes
Cost: Starts at $24.95 monthly
Long-term contracts: No
Website: ResponseNow.com
Phone: 1-866-795-4321
Alert1 Medical Alert Systems
Now includes a pendant with automatic fall detection, and a
small mobile emergency response button called the Kelsi. You
can also purchase a traditional pendant style alert if that’s what
you prefer. The Alert1 offers a US-based emergency response
center.
Fall detection: Yes
Mobile option: Yes
Cost: Starts at $29.95 per month
Long-term contracts: No
Website: Alert-1.com
Phone: 1-855-572-8717
LifeFone
If you’re looking for a traditional landline based system,
they’ve got that. On the other hand, they also have equally
high quality cellular options. If you’re worried about staying
safe when up and about, you’ll like their pendant with fall
detection.
Fall detection: Yes
Mobile option: Yes
Cost: Starts at $24.95 monthly
Long-term contracts: No
Website: LifeFone.com
Phone: 1-844-253-7939
Jitterbug Cell Phone
Jitterbug is a wireless cell phone plan with an easy-to-use phone and an
optional built-in medical alert.
5Star Urgent Response
Be prepared for any situation, anytime, anywhere
5Star Urgent Response Service provides easy-to-use and reliable access to
IAED (International Academies of Emergency Dispatch). Certified 5Star
Agents will confirm your location, evaluate your situation, and get you the
help you need. Trained in CPR and other emergency procedures, they can
assist you with any uncertain or unsafe situation, 24 hours a day.
Service includes:
911 Support and Follow-up - 5Star Agents can call 9-1-1 on your behalf or
conference you in.
Your Personal Profile - The secure information you choose to provide in
your Personal Profile empowers your 5Star Agent with critical details for faster, more personalized
assistance.
Reliable Nationwide Coverage - Anywhere wireless coverage is available, your phone calls and 5Star
Service are powered by the nation’s most dependable wireless network.
Multilingual Support - 5Star Agents can provide translation support for over 100 languages.
How it works:
1. Press the button to speak immediately with a 5Star Urgent Response Agent.
2. Agent will confirm your location, evaluate your situation, and even stay on the line until your
situation is resolved.
3. Agents can call emergency services, get roadside assistance or a locksmith, or contact family.
Cost: Starts at $24.99 monthly
Website: GreatCall.com
Phone: 1-800-650-5918