Medical Guardian
Personal Emergency Response System (PERS)
1818 Market St, Ste 1200, Philadelphia, PA, 19103
Distance: 129 Miles
(800) 668-9200
info@medicalguardian.com
https://www.medicalguardian.com
Service Details
Description
Personal Emergency Response Systems (PERS) are electronic devices for older adults and people with disabilities to easily call for help in an emergency.
The person may also wear a portable "help" button to allow for mobility. The system is connected to the user's phone and programmed to alert a response center once the "help" button is activated. The response center is staffed by trained professionals.
Additional Information
Medical alert devices allow older adults and people with disabilities to call for help in an emergency
A medical alert button comes as a pendant, belt clip or wristband. In an emergency, the button may be pressed to be connected with the operator who can dispatch emergency services or non-emergency contacts, such as a neighbor or caregiver.
Features
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Payment
- Private pay
Fees
Monthly service fee
Area Served
Nationwide
Websites
Phone Numbers
| Type | Number | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Main | (800) 668-9200 |
Last Update
5/3/2023
Other Locations
This provider does not offer this service at other locations.
Other Services or resources
This provider does not offer other services or resources at this location.
Taxonomy Terms Used: Clicking a taxonomy term from the list below launches a new search.
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PH-1800.6260Personal Alarm Systems Definition
Programs that provide electronic equipment which connects frail elderly individuals, people who have disabilities or people at risk of violence from an ex-partner with the police, participating hospitals, paramedics or other sources of emergency assistance.
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YB-8000Older Adults Definition
Individuals who are age 50, 55, 60, 62 or 65 or older depending on the minimum age for qualifying as an older adult which varies by program.
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YJ-8750People With Disabilities/Health Conditions Definition
Individuals who have physical, sensory, developmental, cognitive, mental or emotional limitations, illnesses or injuries that affect their ability to engage in one or more major life activities. Disabilities and health conditions may be temporary or permanent, may be present at birth or occur at any point in a person's lifetime, and can be of different levels of severity.