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The aging population is getting worse; it’s normal that elderly people are left at home alone. The hidden danger brought by seniors living alone has become a social issue. A panic button is a smart device that can be worn on your body or placed in an easily accessible location, allowing you to quickly report a warning if you need help. Panic alarms for elderly can even detect when an elderly person falls and report it to the alarm system. In this article, we will give a comprehensive introduction to panic alarms for elderly, including the benefits of this sensor, its working principle, and panic buttons from MOKOSMART.
What is panic alarm for the elderly?
Panic alarm for elderly, also called Telecare Systems, Personal Alarms, Panic Buttons, Emergency Calls, etc., is a simple and immediate call to the police for seniors who live alone or otherwise may need emergency assistance. This panic alarm solution is usually in the form of a wearable, badge, or wall button. When the elderly suddenly feel unwell, fall down or are in other dangerous situations, they can press the panic button to obtain support and help from the designated personnel. Panic Buttons on the market generally have two options: silent panic alarm and audio panic alarm. The audible siren alarm is preferable to the elderly as other members of the family or neighbors can rush to help as soon as they hear the sound.
How can a panic alarm help you take care of the elderly
A panic button is a necessary tool for the elderly, as listed in the following are a few advantages of panic alarms we organized in detail for you:
Respond to emergencies faster. As we age, we are likely to fall and lose, increasing the potential for emergencies. An emergency button for elderly that detects falls neatly solves this problem, detecting problems in time and reporting them to supervisors.
Make older people who live alone feel more secure. The panic button for seniors is small and portable, whether worn around the neck or on the wrist, allowing them to easily set off the alarm when they need help, which gives them a sense of reassurance that their needs can be answered quickly and not be ignored.
Reduce anxiety about falling. Older people are less flexible than younger people have poor balance, and the more afraid they are of falling, the more likely they are to have accidents. With the panic button, the elderly can relax when they live alone and even do some exercise without worry.
Give you peace of mind. Not only will the elderly feel safe because of the panic button, but also their family members or related guardians who work far away from home. They will receive the alarm for the first time when the elderly encounter an emergency, and can also check the elderly’s movement and remind them to take medicine on time.
How does a panic alarm for the elderly work
The working principle of the panic alarm system for the elderly is very simple. It includes an IoT sensor that can transmit signals to the gateway, and the gateway then transfers the signal to the cloud, where the end-user can receive notifications and take corresponding actions.
What to consider before purchasing panic buttons
After discussions with several senior panic button solution providers and nursing home managers, it’s clear that we all agree that the most important features of an elderly panic alarm solution are simplicity and reliability.
Simplicity means the device is easy to use, deploy and upgrade. It has a clear purpose – to send help to the location of the person who pressed the button. Since the panic buttons are for the elderly, who may be old and forgetful, an easy-to-press button and a large battery are essential. Minimal setup should also be required.
Reliability is crucial because help must be dispatched as quickly as possible to the correct location. Regardless of where the elderly person is, each press of the panic button should provide the real-time positioning and instant notification of caregivers who can respond immediately.
Although some may worry about false alarms due to the button’s sensitivity, this concern is unnecessary. Once the panic alarm is triggered, the situation can be verified in the background, a necessary step to ensure timely rescue. If the personal alarm is directly connected to the monitoring department, staff can immediately contact the elderly person and their guardian to confirm the situation.
Best panic button for the elderly from MOKOSmart
At MOKOSMART, we’re the leading provider of IoT devices and location-based solutions. Some of our most popular panic button devices are:
- B1 Bluetooth Panic Button
- B3 Emergency Button
- B5 Bluetooth Rechargeable Badge
- LW004 LoRaWAN Panic Button
- LW014 LoRaWAN Wearable Panic Button
The difference lies in their transmission technology and some innovative highlights. Let’s briefly introduce some features of these old people panic buttons so that you can get to know more about our devices.
Technology
B1, B3, and B5 panic buttons use Bluetooth technology, which can cover up to 150m and is suitable for elderly people who are active at home or nursing home.
LW004 and LW014 adopt low-power long-range LoRaWAN technology, which combines GPS + Bluetooth locating technology. With coverage of up to 7 km, they are more suitable for hospitals and larger nursing homes. In addition, they can also be used in schools and other open areas.
Deployment method
Personal panic buttons can be worn around an elderly person’s neck or wrist. Alternatively, you can use double-sided adhesive tape to place distress panic buttons anywhere in your home that is easily accessible.
SOS alarm
All of our wireless panic buttons are easy to press. When the elderly need help, they can press the button to trigger the alarm and report their location.
Fall detection
Some of our panic buttons have a built-in 3-axis accelerometer, which can trigger an alarm when the elderly person falls accidentally. Relevant personnel can receive the alarm in the end and take corresponding measures. With fall detection, users can rest easy knowing that they will get the help they need even if they can’t press the help button on their device after a fall.
Treatment compliance
In addition to the SOS alarm and fall detection, the panic button can also be used for treatment compliance. Elderly individuals are often more forgetful and may miss their medication schedules. With the panic buttons, reminders can be set to prompt the elderly to take their medicine on time, and if they forget, doctors or guardians can remotely send reminders.
Waterproof
MOKOSmart’s panic buttons for elderly are IP66 or IP67 waterproof rated. A high waterproof rate is an important indicator to check whether the panic button works well because the bathroom is a common place for elderly people to fall.
Wrapping up
The panic alarm exists to provide elderly users with a safe, simple, and quick way to help in emergency situations. The market for such emergency calls is endless. As an ODM OEM manufacturer that is dedicated to the R&D and manufacturing of IoT devices and location tracking solutions, MOKOSMART provides customized solutions according to the needs of customers so that you can rest assured outside, and the elderly in your family can feel more secure when living alone. Contact us to learn more about our panic button devices for the elderly!
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