Find the Best Medical Alert Systems in Nashville, TN

How to choose a medical alert system in Nashville

Thanks to recent advancements in technology, medical alert systems can perform a variety of beneficial functions.

These capabilities can include:

• Signaling for help
• Fall detection
• GPS location tracking
• Medical monitoring and information
• Activity monitoring
• Fitness tracking
• Check-in services with representatives or medical professionals
• Home security monitoring

Several of these features are also helpful for individuals with certain physical disabilities or injuries.

In 2017, according to the census, 10.8% of Nashville’s population was over the age of 65, and about 8.5% of those under 65 had a disability. With Nashville’s overall population growing and the number of senior citizens on the rise in areas such as Bellevue, Green Hills and Hillsboro Village, the need for medical alert devices in Nashville is also increasing.

Consumers should weigh several factors when determining which medical alert device to purchase:

• Wearability—Will the device be comfortable to wear? Is it unobtrusive? Is your loved one willing to wear the device? Can the device be worn in the shower/bathtub?
• Cost—Be on the lookout for hidden fees, long-term contracts or odd language. Caregivers should only need to pay a monthly fee.
• Quality—Ask the provider about the device’s range, connectivity and mobility. Can it be connected to Bluetooth? How far from the home can the device go? Will it need external batteries or can it be charged? How are the technology updates managed?
• Emergency response—Does the medical alert device company have its own emergency center or is it outsourced? Your loved one should have a response in seconds, not minutes. In addition, ask if you can control how calls are routed. Can the calls go to a specific emergency facility or family member?
• Monitored vs. unmonitored—Monitored alert devices have trained staff keeping an eye on your loved one either when the device triggers a call or the wearer requests help. Unmonitored devices have professionals respond only when the alert button is pressed.

Naturally, for those researching medical alert systems in Nashville, cost is a major concern. Inquire about the availability of discounts and possible tax advantages. Most insurance plans will not cover the cost of a medical alert device. Be sure to look for products with a money-back guarantee and no-fee cancellation policy.

Ask your local Music City senior citizen center about available medical device alert programs. In addition, a senior living community may offer such a service or program.