Help me choose an emergency response system

• Buying Guide - A Buyer's Guide to Personal Emergency Response Systems

  Guide to personal emergency response systems, or PERS. Home devices that connect your parent to a 24-hour call center with the push of a button.

• Checklist - 10 Questions to Ask When Shopping for a Personal Emergency Response System (PERS)

  The PERS (personal emergency response system) market is highly competitive. Know what to ask to find a reputable provider and get the best deal.

• Checklist - 5 Ways to Ensure Your Parent's Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) Really Works

Questions & Answers

• Question - What can I do to encourage my dad to wear his personal emergency response (PERS) device?

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• Question - Should I get a personal emergency response system (PERS) for my mom, who has early-stage Alzheimer's?

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• Question - Is a personal emergency response system appropriate for a parent who travels?

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• Question - What can I do to encourage my dad to wear his emergency response device?

  This question has been answered by two Caring.com Experts

Tips & Reflections

• Tip - PERS Devices Only Work When Your Parent Is at Home

  If your parent travels or is frequently out and about...

• Tip - Ask About Training for Personal Emergency Response System Staff

  If you're looking into getting a personal emergency...

• Tip - Use a Waterproof Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) Transmitter for Bathing

  If your parent uses or plans to use a personal emergency...