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Senior Safety

Medical alert systems are wearable devices that make it easy for older adults to call for help in case of an injury or accident. We’ve collected our favorite systems based on affordability and features to find the best match for you.

See the Best Medical Alert Systems

Top medical alert brands

Bay Alarm Medical has emergency devices for your home, your car, and on the go. Help is never far away with this system.
Bay Alarm Medical Review

Whether you’re channel-surfing or water-surfing, Medical Guardian has a medical alert system for all lifestyles.
Medical Guardian Review

GetSafe offers a flat professional monitoring rate. Whether you want the basics or the works, you get an affordable price.
Get Safe Review

As a trusted name in home security, ADT also offers easy-to-use medical alert devices with the same reliable monitoring centers.
ADT Medical Alert Review

If you’re active outside the home but need a reliable safety net, Connect America’s Medical Alert has great on-the-go fall detection.
Medical Alert Review

LifeFone offers some of the best prices and caregiver services we’ve seen from a medical alert system.
Lifefone Review

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Aging in place

More people are choosing to stay home through their golden years. But it takes some preparation and planning to do it safely. Check out our resources on making your home smarter and safer for your aging loved ones.

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Resources for older adults

Resources for caregivers

Senior Safety FAQ

As your parents age, it can be difficult to know how to keep them safe. We answer the most frequently asked senior safety questions to help!

Senior Safety FAQ

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Safety accessories for seniors

These safety accessories give seniors more independence to do what they love. We’ve gathered stylish wearables that track health stats and heart rate monitors that keep your ticker in check.