Help when oldie

Cath I know there are various alarms etc but why not get in touch with Age UK who will be able to advise,

Yes - I’d consult the ‘experts’ first. It’s the time and effectiveness of the response that’s paramount.

I think I paid @£20 a month for my Dad’s - probably more now, but worth it for peace of mind.

Hi Cath, not sure where you live but Social Services will help you if you’re over a certain age and have a disability but also if you live alone- They can offer care alarm pendants via your phone- hope this is helpful 🤞🏻

Age UK is definitely the answer to your problem. Look them up locally. They will all have a help and advice centre who will help you

Thanks so much.
A lady is phoning me next week on the matter.

I hope you get sorted as feeling vulnerable won’t be pleasant. Being in Control will give you confidence.

Excellent result Cath9. Hope you get something to suit you. X

There are lots of security things out there, one will suit your needs as not everyone wants to wear a pendant.

I'm in the middle of researching this, with the help of my son. Not a pendant though, I prefer a watch or even a little phone. I hope you find one that suits you.

I am glad you have someone phoning Cath. Hope you get some good advice.

A friend bought a smart watch for her mum but realised it needed charging every day which didn’t work as her mum has dementia, so she had to get something different.
Best ask how long things it last befire needing re charging.

My friend has worn an alarm. either as a pendant or round her wrist for years now. She started when her husband became bedridden and carried on with it after he died because she now lives alone. Recently she went to bed with the wrist alarm on, rolled over on it while she was asleep, and set it off. She vaguely heard her phone ringing but thought it was a scam call, because who would ring in the middle of the night? She was very surprised to be woken up by strange men in her room, wanting to know if she was all right! Still, it's nice to know that they do come out if they think something's wrong.

I have just bought a new landline with 2 extra handsets and this one states it is not compatible with some personal alarms. I do not have an alarm yet but I really should.

Do you need a landline for these? Fil investigating getting one but only has a mobile phone.

A mobile phone on its own should be okay but I did not expect a new landline to be possibly incompatible.