We’ve seen those poorly produced commercials about family members who have fallen and can’t get up.
Consumer Reports reviewed these systems and compared the features you better know before deciding on a plan.
Similar to mobile phones, these products have activation and cancellation fees along with monthly service fees.
The systems vary greatly in how they handle alerts.
Some will detect a fall while others won’t.
Before you make your decision, check with the leasing office if your parent lives in a retirement community.
Medical Alert Systems Comparison| Consumer Reports
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