If you would like to order a Careline alarm for your loved one, or for yourself, we have a very simple ordering system. There are no waiting lists and there is no need to arrange an appointment with an engineer. There are three ways of ordering the Careline alarm: Order Online Ordering online could not be any easier. Once on our website, you can visit the pricing page. Simply select the option that is most suitable from our three main plans: Yearly Plan Monthly Plan Fall Detector Yearly Plan You will then have the option to add any additional products such as a key …
FAQ – What happens when the alarm is pressed?
Most of you may now know how to choose the best Personal Alarm and may also have an idea of how the alarm work. However, do you know the exact procedure when the alarm button is pressed? Due to the many different providers available on the market, the services can differ from one to the other and it is essential that you know exactly how the alarm will work for your loved one. A question we get asked often is: What happens when the alarm is pressed? As explained in our comprehensive guide, the alarm is activated when the red button on the pendant is pressed or via the base unit of …
Physical & Mental Health Conditions that could affect your Older Parents
Around 15 million people in England suffer with a long-term health condition, with around four million elderly cases. The challenges posed by individuals with health conditions are so great that they could represent the healthcare equivalent to climate change, and they have put a real strain on the NHS. Physical Health Conditions that could Affect Your Loved Ones There is a long list of physical health conditions which are very common in older people; but with medical advances happening every day, the senior members of your family now have the tools they need to deal with these …
The Best Smartphones and Tablets for the Elderly
Growing up with smartphones and tablets gives younger people an obvious advantage when it comes to technology. For example, if you were to grow up learning the French language it's very likely that if you needed to learn some new French words it would be a doddle! Whereas, for an older person who has never spoken French it would be more difficult and they may take a little longer picking it up. Technology is similar; If you grow up with a mobile phone in your pocket at all times, and spend your days on a computer or tablet endlessly scrolling through social media it becomes second …
The Benefits of Having a Fitness Tracker
Inactivity or being a “couch potato” isn’t good for your health, it can lead to weight gain, illness and general lack of productivity. We all know this, but at times - especially for the elderly - it can be difficult to find the motivation to get up and workout (let alone knowing what workout to do). Getting fit involves planning, setting goals and keeping track of your progress, and that can seem a lot even without the exercise itself! Fitness trackers are a fantastic way to help your loved one achieve their fitness goals or encourage them to start some gentle exercise and build …
Lifestyle Changes needed after Diabetes Diagnosis
There are many lifestyle changes that people diagnosed with diabetes need to make in order to live a healthy life. People who have recently been diagnosed will need to pay close attention to their diet, sugar level, insulin injections and much more to be able to manage the condition. This can lead to high levels of stress and cause major depression. In this article, I will talk about how to cope with the huge emotional burden that this medical condition causes. Managing Diabetes - Lifestyle Changes There are many factors that need to be managed when people are diagnosed with …
