More than 400,000 elderly people live in care homes in the UK. At the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, care homes hit the headlines with high case rates and inadequate supplies of PPE. However, many older people may feel as though they have no choice but to move into care. Additionally, many families worry about their elderly loved ones living at home, either by themselves or with a partner. Families may feel that a care home is the only option, despite the risks. Thankfully, there is an easier and more affordable alternative.
Saying “no” to a Care Home
Although we’d like to, it’s impossible to be available every minute of every day in case a relative needs your help. We all have our own responsibilities such as childcare, work, and our own health and fitness.
When elderly parents and relatives need some support, a care home might be the obvious solution. But there are ways for elderly people to keep their independence and continue living at home, whilst safely supported by Careline365.
Careline365 - Putting Concerns at Ease
The solution is our Careline alarm system. We offer a range of personal alarms for the elderly to help them stay safe and independent at home. With just one touch of the alarm button, your elderly loved one will be able to call for help whenever they need it. Our alarm technology is easy to set up and simple to use. We keep our prices low so that as many people as possible can benefit from the service.
Every Careline alarm comes with a comfortable, wearable pendant, which can be worn around the wrist or neck and used to call for assistance. Our 24/7 Care Team, based in the UK, are always on hand to answer the call and arrange help for the user. Whenever a user activates their alarm, we will call their emergency contacts and ask them to go and help urgently. We will reassure the user while they wait for assistance to arrive - if necessary, we can call for an ambulance too.
Careline Alarm Technology
We offer a range of life-saving telecare alarms, including:
- Standard Careline Alarm Unit and Waterproof Pendant button - available on a monthly or annual plan
- Fall Detector Alarm - can detect a fall and raise the alarm automatically with no need to press a button
- GSM Alarm and Waterproof Pendant button - ideal for those without a landline connection
- Careline GPS Alarm - our most advanced alarm, supporting true independence wherever you go
More Information
We recommend that Careline alarm users also use a key safe. This is a lockable metal box for storing spare keys, which can only be accessed by someone who knows the access code. You won’t need to get spare keys cut for each of your emergency contacts. Instead, just give the combination code to anyone who may need to come and help you, such as relatives, friends, and neighbours.
Read more about our Key Safes Careline365 today.
What Next?
Ready to learn more about the Careline alarm service? Click here to read our handy guide.
Alternatively, if you have any queries, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our friendly team. Call 0808 304 4510 or email info@careline.co.uk.
You can order a brand new Careline alarm system online or over the telephone at any time. Every alarm comes with free next-working-day delivery, so you could have peace of mind within just 24 hours of placing your order!
Note: updated 21/05/21.
