Why Fall Detection is a LIFESAVER: Addressing the Hidden Dangers for Seniors!
Here’s a frightening statistic!
Falls are the leading cause of accidental death for older people in Australia!
Did that send a shiver down your spine thinking of your aging parent or loved one?
Imagine your elderly parent lying unconscious on the shower floor!
Or down the bottom of the outside steps, unable to move and get help.
It could be hours….or days…before someone realises their injury and sends help. Unfortunately, this is a common outcome.
With this in mind, as our loved ones age, ensuring their safety becomes a top priority.
Ramifications of a Fall!
Falls can happen in an instant, but the repercussions can be long-lasting. For seniors, a fall can lead to a loss of independence and a decline in quality of life. Immediate response is crucial to minimize the impact of a fall, making fall detection devices an essential tool for senior safety.
How does Fall Detection Help?
Whether you have a watch/pendant or room sensors, they are designed to automatically detect falls and send an alert to the designated contacts you’ve programed it to.
- My Buddy Gard watches and pendant can send to multiple contacts instantaneously and/or different people at different times of the day making it a practical solution.
- The Buddy Fall Sensors can monitor multiple people at once making it suitable when you have more than one person in the likely-to-fall category.
Benefits of Fall Detection Devices!
- Peace of Mind: Knowing that your loved one has a reliable fall detection device provides peace of mind to both the user and their family.
- Quick Response: Immediate alerts ensure that help arrives quickly, reducing the time a loved one might spend on the ground, which can be crucial in preventing further injury.
- Maintaining Independence: Fall detection devices allow seniors to live independently while still having a safety net in case of emergencies.
- Alerts Staff quickly: Speeds up the process of carers being aware of a fall and can render assistance quickly rather than their next scheduled check.
Real-Life Impact
Take the story of Mrs. Johnson, an 80-year-old My Buddy Gard user. One evening, she lost her balance and fell in her kitchen. Her Buddy Watch detected the fall and automatically sent an alert to her daughter, who was able to call for help immediately. Thanks to the quick response, Mrs. Johnson received timely medical attention and made a full recovery.
Investing in a fall detection device like those offered by us is a proactive step towards ensuring the safety and well-being of our elderly loved ones. By providing quick responses and peace of mind, these devices play a vital role in senior care.
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