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Marceline Garner Cameron, MO
I had only had Medical Alert 4 months, when I fell in my closed garage on 11/13/2019. My left hip was broken, and i could not get up. I pressed my Medical Alert bracelet. They contacted my daughter in Dallas, Texas, my niece locally, and within 20 minutes the responders were here. They were able to use the hidden key to gain entry, found me, and got me to ER. Without the Medical Alert, who knows how long it might have been before I was found!
3 years ago
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Vivian Logan
1 day ago
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Nicole
I returned a call to an agent for assistance with a billing issue, but the person who answered was not the one who had originally called me. Despite that, I explained that there were unfamiliar charges on my father’s debit card and I needed some clarification. The agent was incredibly rude, condescending, and dismissive. Rather than listening to my concerns, he was quick to argue and insist that I was mistaken.
I could also hear a TV in the background, which led me to believe he was working from home, rather than in a professional office setting. I’m not one to lose my temper easily, but his attitude pushed me to the point where I had to let him know how unprofessional and unhelpful he was.
What upset me even more was thinking about how my 84-year-old disabled father would have been treated if he had made that call. This kind of disrespectful behavior is completely unacceptable, and it's disappointing that someone in a customer-facing role, even a collections agent, would treat people this way. Good customer service is built on courtesy, patience, and empathy—qualities this agent clearly lacks.
I strongly urge the company to reevaluate the agents they employ and ensure that anyone who interacts with customers is held to a higher standard of professionalism and basic human decency.
3 days ago
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Kenneth
Works well tests great on a regular basis. I do not like being notified that the rate will go up $10/month without notice. Bad marketing and we will look at other options
3 days ago
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Patricia
I called to get some type of paperwork on a $15 monthly charge that I am paying. I had previously called when the charge started with no response. This time I did get the paperwork on the Premium Protection Plan which covered $10 but not anything covering the remaining $5 Charge. I called again today 10/9 and have been told that paperwork will be put in the mail. I do think that I should have received this info at the time I agreed to the charges without my having to request it.
Note that the call was just about the paperwork and was by phone so your question about time of response below doesn't apply.
My use of the devise for an actual fall has received prompt response for all but one instance where it took several tries to connect.
One of reasons that I went with your system was the lockbox feature. I am now seeing info on systems that don't require recharging that I might have wanted.
Also would like to be able to contact you on-line for issues like this.
1 month ago
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Please reach out to Customer Care with any additional questions or issues:
1-800-906-0872 or CustomerResolutions@medicalalert.com.
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Oct. 16th, 2024
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Elaine Johnson
The representatives are friendly and knowledgeable.
The 3 star rating is based on the worrisome calls repeated daily to try and get me to add more features. The message is very condescending in that they are asking to update my credit card ASAP. Although I've called several time asking to stop calling, I still get the calls.
1 week ago
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Kathleen
Response is wonderful. We have the we have the watches. Unfortunately my husband is hard of hearing so he doesn’t know if his watch goes off and EMS has come out twice when not needed. The watch does not vibrate but only talks to you and he can’t hear it.
1 month ago
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Oct. 16th, 2024
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Jo
I did my research and picked Medical Alert for their excellent ratings by independent raters. Then I got a really good price for all I received--including a door lock. They have been responsive when I asked for a new cord for my button, and have always answered very quickly when I have called with questions. I recommend this company.
1 month ago
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Oct. 16th, 2024
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Iris
My mom is 95 and lives alone.
She had fallen before we purchased Medical Alert. This purchase was a great investment due to her recent fall. When her fall occurred, MA responded immediately. They talked to my mom who was not very responsive. Next, MA called the local rescue squad and my sister (I live out of town.). MA gives me peace of mind knowing that my mom is being monitored 24/7! MA was worth the investment.
2 months ago
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Oct. 16th, 2024
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Victor
Once we got the bugs worked out it is working just fine I would recommend it to anyone who needs one
3 days ago
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Bonnie
I paid for a year, and less than a month later, I tested it, and it didn't work. I was pressured to spend additional money monthly to get them to "turn the signal back on so it would work." It was obvious what had been done. I was called at least two more times to upgrade. Constant upselling! I thought that when I signed up, it included fall detection. I will not renew and will look at other options after my year is up.
1 month ago
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Oct. 16th, 2024
Edna Louise
My Mother seems to be very satisfied with this system and has used it once. I like that if she loses power in her rural home that she can still have access to someone should she need help.
Wh y I did not give a5 star review is because after paying for a full year service starting April 2024, someone called my Mother at her home to lock in her price for just $15.00 , which I was told her annual price is locked in for two years. We have cancelled the extra fee. We will revisit this again if the price goes up in two years, but my Mom did not understand nor even remembered doing this.
1 month ago
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Oct. 16th, 2024
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Armand
Very good product. Representatives are knowledgeable and very professional.
3 days ago
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Guila Noble
I very much like the sense of safety I feel with this system.
1 week ago
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Nancy Gomes Inverness, FL
Funny, as I was dismantling my old Medical Alert box, I dropped the plug, then dropped the unit as I tripped over the wires and fell. I hit my orbital bone and nose on the floor which resulted in the mother of all black eyes. I did get the new unit properly installed, and the fall detector is working fine. I tested everything, telling the person who called that it was a test and everything was fine. The fire department life support unit and an ambulance with EMTS showed up at my house a few hours later, just checking that I was OK. They said it was a service and there was no charge. It was my second fall of the week, the first fall resulted in a trip to the emergency facility. I had a broken rib. Luckily I have not fallen since.
10 months ago
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Thank you, Nancy! We appreciate your review. We value our customers and appreciate the time you took to share your experience.
May. 8th, 2024
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Sara Lovelock, NV
Since I've had my Medical Alert bracelet, I have accidentally set it off and response was immediate and insistent. I was sound asleep at 4:30 a.m. and was awakened by what sounded like someone talking just outside my window. While I was drowsy, the "person talking" got progressively louder until I got up to investigate. The lady on the unit was polite and explained my unit had alerted, she agreed it was an accidental alert and she wished me a good night. I'm impressed and would readily recommend this product anywhere I thought someone might benefit from having it. It simply makes me feel safer in case of a fall or accident in my home.
11 months ago
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May. 8th, 2024
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Pat
If I'm in the shower and accidentally push the button on the pendant I may not be able to get to the mobile device right away.
1 month ago
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Richard
I completed a review explaining what the problem was and that I wanted to return the equipment and get a refund The fall function only works when being worn. When I wore it different angles and lengths the cord ended up rubbing into my leaving an open wound.
1 month ago
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Please reach out to Customer Care with any additional questions or issues:
1-800-906-0872 or CustomerResolutions@medicalalert.com.
Stay safe,
Customer Reviews Team
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Oct. 16th, 2024
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Hannah
The quick response to send help. The people who come are always very courteous and helpful.
I don't k now how much I pay per month because I pay once a year.
3 months ago
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Aug. 8th, 2024
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Shirley
Company tried to put on insurance premium for equipment charged 15$ for it called to ask what is was for. Finally got a confirmation on what is was . Told company to cancel the insurance couple months ago received letter today asking if we wanted to cx insurance …
3 months ago
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Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry for any confusion. Our insurance program is an optional add-on and can only be applied if opted in by the customer. Please contact Customer Care at 1-800-906-0872 or CustomerResolutions@medicalalert.com for further assistance. We're here to help!
Aug. 8th, 2024
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Patti Lampert
I like that I can wear my pendant and be anywhere and help can come to my aid and I don't have to just be at home all the time I like that help will be notified either by myself or by someone with me and that also either myself or someone with me can speak to the people at Medical alert and get advice on what to do until help arrives
4 months ago Edited July 12, 2024
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Aug. 8th, 2024
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Theresa Croson
I have previously called about an issue where the alert button says "battery charged" at the most awkward an inappropriate times (i.e. during church, funerals, meetings, etc. ) Because I can't trust it, I have to remove it from my person and place in my purse where it's likely to be muffled and less obvious to be heard in quiet settings.
4 months ago
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Please reach out to Customer Care with any additional questions or issues:
1-800-906-0872 or CustomerResolutions@medicalalert.com.
Stay safe,
Customer Reviews Team
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Oct. 16th, 2024
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Macel
Since I have never had to use the device I am very satisfied with it. I just hope that when I do need to use it that it will work as it is supposed to and then we will be elated.
5 months ago
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Jun. 17th, 2024
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Judy Everitt
I have never had any problems with one exception but I got it resolved without any problems or hassle of any kind. Customer Service is very easy to talk to and understand any problems.
5 months ago
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Oct. 16th, 2024
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Alice
It’s a wonderful device but the one thing I don’t understand I paid for a lockbox and I never received it so that’s the only bad thing I talked to fella on the phone and I paid $23 and some change a month but never received the lockbox for my mom‘s house
6 months ago
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Please reach out to Customer Care with any additional questions or issues:
1-800-906-0872 or CustomerResolutions@medicalalert.com.
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May. 8th, 2024
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Susan
It hiver me comfort to know help will be available when i really need it. I have fallen more times than i can count. Because of my knees & insufficient strength in my arms i cant get myself up again. It is a tremendous help to have competent people to help me to my feet & make sure i really am ok.again.
6 months ago
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May. 8th, 2024
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Judith
When I accidentally pushed my medical alert button in my jeans pocket by leaning into
a table and didn't yet know how to stop the call, we had two EMTS coming through our
front door within minutes by accessing the lockbox outside near the door. It was all very impressive both the response time and the attitude of the two responding techs.
7 months ago
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Apr. 10th, 2024
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Tom Tribley
I got this for my 92 year old mother after a near fatal battle with Covid. She’s actually used it once already, and I have to give them high marks for the expeditious service they provided. They called the ambulance and then me, and though I’m only 5 minutes from her, the EMT’s were already in the house and attending to her before I got there! High marks for that! So why did I only give 3out of 5 stars? That’s due to the relentless hounding that their sales staff hammers you with after the purchase! Calling under the auspices of “have you tested your pendant lately?”, the call quickly turns into a sales pitch to get you to buy add ons! Two weeks after my mother used hers in a situation that had her transported to the hospital, the sales people called once again saying “the pendant hasn’t been tested or used!”. Once again, just an ill researched attempt to make another sale!
7 months ago
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Apr. 10th, 2024
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Teresa
In the second week that I had it I had to push the button and they answered me right away. They Hecould hear me saying something but not understand but asked if I needed help and heard me say yes and sent the ambulance.
I don’t like that they want to tack on $7.99 month for damage insurance.
7 months ago
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Apr. 10th, 2024
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Michelle Wilson Philadelphia, PA
I'm happy with the medical alert except for one thing that bothers me (1) I wear it all time as instructed. (2) I have both the pendant and the wrist bracelet, but I am a Decorative Artist and I paint large decorative items such as chairs, end tables, trunks, etc., which require moving them around, etc. to paint them. In the process, I have very frequently accidentally brushed them and set off the alarm. I live alone and the base is downstairs so I do not know I've done it until the ambulance and attendants are at my
door. This could so easily be prevented if the button on my person could make a sound
or beep when accidentally set off and I could cancel it. It makes no sound and I cannot hear the alert from upstairs in my studio. This has happened 10 or 12 times in the last couple of years. I do however appreciate the prompt response the teams give to the alarms. In the event it was a necessay alert they are very quick, responsive and so caring.
8 months ago
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Please reach out to Customer Care with any additional questions or issues:
1-800-906-0872 or CustomerResolutions@medicalalert.com.
Stay safe,
Customer Reviews Team
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1-800-906-0872 or CustomerResolutions@medicalalert.com.
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Apr. 10th, 2024
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Minerva Saint Charles, IL
it is easy to set up and just wear it. the only trouble I have is when I accidentally lean on something and pushes the button.
I wish it was less expensive. the button works fine and the response from the company is excellent.
8 months ago
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Apr. 18th, 2024
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Teresa
Never sent a clean barcelet that I requested several months ago. As a long time user it get dirty from ink and stains
2 weeks ago
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Bill Macomb, MI
The button is a little to sensitive for me, I think people who have plenty of hand strength should have an option for an alert that isn't quite so sensitive. I realize it should only be used as a last resort since it's purpose is to save an individual in a situation of dire need. I don't know what a good idea to address this issue would be, in my case like last night, I rolled over in bed and my finger it it just right to set it off. Also, yesterday I was opening a coke bottle and brought it up to my chest since they sometimes require better leverage to open. To my surprise the bottle hit the button and set off a false alarm. Just a thought, I've taken to removing it at night when I go to bed and put it on my night stand. I can still reach it and hit the button, that works for me.
9 months ago
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Apr. 18th, 2024
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Heather Rogers
It is very effective when you sound alarm. Unfortunately I do not check in on a regular basis.
1 month ago
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Oct. 16th, 2024
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Peggy Sheets Albuquerque, NM
First it was the price that got me and after that it was the personnel. I have had several flash alarms by mistake and they have always been very nice. I cannot remember this lady's name that she called to check on me after several months of not checking in. I didn't pay attention that I needed to do that. But it was a blessing to talk to her since she convinced me that I needed a different alarm necklace. I was trying to save money but not getting the fall detection device I'm not really what is the reason I got this. I'm very blessed and thankful for that person and I wish I could remember her name.
2 years ago
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Margo B. Sisson
I've had excellent service from Medical Alert. I've never actually needed them, but occasionally I hit my button by mistake and they always respond. I feel guilty thinking I am bothering them, but they have never made me feel this way. - Even though I have rated them very high, I recently had a situation where I was mistakenly charged double for a new medical alert. I called them and they credited the $50.00 overcharge. However, I was charged $54.50 and and to date I have not been refunded the $4.50. I realize it's a small amount, but it's the principle of the issue. They overcharged me and they should refund me for the full amount.
5 years ago
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Alyce Marshall New Milford, PA
I got this product for my mother who has fallen out of bed a couple times. Once she started using Medical Alert, they would dispatch me when she didn't respond right away to them in an emergency. There was one incident where my mother pressed the medical alert button when I was out of town. I didn't hear my cell phone go off, so they went and called the very next person on her 'list of people to contact'. They've been very patient and quick to respond! It's a very lightweight device, and there are many options for her to wear it. She can wear it as a necklace or as a wrist bracelet. They give us peace of mind, and it's nice to know that they can get there faster than I can in an emergency.
6 years ago
Reply from Medical Alert
Hi Alyce,
Thanks so much for your feedback! We value our customers and appreciate the time you took to share your experience.
Stay safe,
Alex
Customer Reviews Manager, Medical Alert
Thanks so much for your feedback! We value our customers and appreciate the time you took to share your experience.
Stay safe,
Alex
Customer Reviews Manager, Medical Alert
Sep. 28th, 2018
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Anonymous
I think they were the first company that contacted me, so I took it. I've seen other companies advertised, but I decided to stick with Medical Alert. I guess the price is okay, I have to pay every month but it's fine. I have the device that you have to push to call them and I just got the new necklace that's supposed to detect when I fall. I'm satisfied with the first one, but I'm having problems with the necklace. I haven't even touched it, I just sit around with it under my shirt, but it has had a lot of false alarms. I've had 3 calls in the last 2 days. I don't want to hear from them that I need to be more careful or things like that. I think it was last year when I actually used it. I fell in the kitchen and pushed the button to get help. Two men came out right away and took me to the emergency room.
6 years ago
Reply from Medical Alert
Thanks so much for your feedback. We value our customers and appreciate the time you took to share your experience.
So glad you got the help you need!
Stay safe,
Alex
Customer Reviews Manager, Medical Alert
So glad you got the help you need!
Stay safe,
Alex
Customer Reviews Manager, Medical Alert
Jun. 14th, 2018
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Fred Macedonia, OH
When my wife passed away last year I was looking into a service like this. I had all the information, so I thought that getting it would be a good thing for me. It has been a good deal so far. Shortly after I got it I fell outside and hit my head in the driveway. I wasn't hurt badly but I used it and they came for me and took me to the emergency room. I also accidentally bumped it when it was in my pocket. They called me and asked me if I was alright and I just told them I was. They are really good. At some point I lost the receiver or some other bit of the thing, so I called them and I got another one in the mail. When the snow melted I found it on the ground and it still worked so I just sent it back. One of the things I'd like them to change is the range of the medallion. You can only use it to talk to them if you're within a certain range of it. If I were to fall in a different room in my house, I would basically have to yell for them to hear me. Because of that I basically have my medallion and the receiver on me all the time.
6 years ago
Reply from Medical Alert
Hi Fred,
I am so sorry about your wife.
Thanks so much for your feedback. We value our customers and appreciate the time you took to share your experience.
I've shared your comments with product development.
Stay safe,
Alex
Customer Reviews Manager, Medical Alert
I am so sorry about your wife.
Thanks so much for your feedback. We value our customers and appreciate the time you took to share your experience.
I've shared your comments with product development.
Stay safe,
Alex
Customer Reviews Manager, Medical Alert
Jun. 14th, 2018
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Anonymous Apple Valley, CA
I have a back injury so I don't really walk more than a few steps at a time. I knew I needed something like this. I was looking around at various ads and found one at a local drugstore for Medical Alert. I called, got the information that I needed, and signed up. They've handled all of our interactions professionally. Lately I've had some problems with the button because it's very sensitive. The other night, when I was ready to go to bed, I put it in my nightstand drawer. I dropped it maybe 3 inches on something off and it just went off. I had to answer the phone to let them know that I was ok. The other night I had it in my hand, just resting there, and it went off. I made my way to the base unit as quick as I could to tell them it was not an emergency but what came out was this robot voice that would only take yes or no as an answer.
6 years ago
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Thanks so much for your feedback! We value our customers and appreciate the time you took to share your experience.
Stay safe,
Alex
Customer Reviews Manager, Medical Alert
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Alex
Customer Reviews Manager, Medical Alert
Jun. 14th, 2018
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Andre Gordon
I live alone and didn't really feel confident on my own, that's why I got one of these. I went with Medical Alert because they have a GPS system so, no matter where I am, they can send me help. Now I feel safer when I'm at home or when I drive. The devices are compact and they don't take up a lot of space. The pendant is very handy. You can wear it around your neck and if you fall it will alert someone right away, you don't even need to push the button. Luckily I haven't had to use it. Unfortunately, I've been having some false alarms because I jump or push the button at night while I sleep. I wish there was a way to cancel the alarm for whenever that happens. On those occasions it sometimes takes them a minute or two to come on the line. Still, it gives me peace of mind knowing that I have the equipment. If I need it, help is just a button push away.
6 years ago
Reply from Medical Alert
Hi Andre,
Our GPS device is excellent.
Thanks so much for your feedback. We value our customers and appreciate the time you took to share your experience.
Stay safe,
Alex
Customer Reviews Manager, Medical Alert
Our GPS device is excellent.
Thanks so much for your feedback. We value our customers and appreciate the time you took to share your experience.
Stay safe,
Alex
Customer Reviews Manager, Medical Alert
Jun. 14th, 2018
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Cathy
I read an advertisement in a magazine about them and looked them up online. It seemed to have all the things that I needed, so I got it. Customer support gave us answers to the questions that we had in the beginning. On a typical day I wear my device overnight. I have a care giver come in the morning and I go through my routine. I shower and then put on the bracelet or the necklace on for the day. I put the bracelet on my right hand rather than my left hand. Sometimes I have it on all day long since it's not a problem for me. The button is very simple to use and the information and explanations that they give you are easy to follow. I can check on my computer whenever I get charged. I receive my invoice and it's always right. The only difficulty that we've had is that the machine needs to be plugged into the wall. I live in a condo and usually these buildings don't have that many wall outlets. I wish that device was somewhat smaller too. Even though I'm in a rather large condo I still have limited space. The device takes up a full table. Still, it has worked for me, I'm quite satisfied.
6 years ago
Reply from Medical Alert
Hi Cathy,
Great feedback! Thanks so much for your review. We value our customers and appreciate the time you took to share your experience.
Stay safe,
Alex
Customer Reviews Manager, Medical Alert
Great feedback! Thanks so much for your review. We value our customers and appreciate the time you took to share your experience.
Stay safe,
Alex
Customer Reviews Manager, Medical Alert
Jun. 14th, 2018
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Darlene Voogd Sheridan, WY
I had been falling a lot at the time and decided that I needed something that could help me when that happened. A lot of people don't realize that you can travel with it. You can just let them know where you're going and that's it. That's really nice because I can take it with me wherever I go out on Christmas. This year we went to Vegas and then to Florida, it was a nice trip. It doesn't cost that much. They have helped me a lot so far, everybody is very polite. Once I accidentally bumped the device on my neck against the counter and set the alarm off. Their people were here right away and even called me 3 times just to make sure I was alright. Now my sister and mom have one too. I feel safer with it knowing that there's someone right there ready to help.
6 years ago
Reply from Medical Alert
Hi Darlene,
Thanks so much for your feedback! We value our customers and appreciate the time you took to share your experience.
Stay safe,
Alex
Customer Reviews Manager, Medical Alert
Thanks so much for your feedback! We value our customers and appreciate the time you took to share your experience.
Stay safe,
Alex
Customer Reviews Manager, Medical Alert
Jun. 14th, 2018
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Sandra Plutchak
At the time I looked at two different companies and since they had the best plan I went for it. I'm happy to have it in case I fall in the shower or something. I live alone so someone will be able to reach me and help me as long as I have it. I haven't had to use it but I always have it on me. I use the bracelet when I'm in bed and put the necklace on when I get up in the morning. There have been a couple of times when I either bumped it or dropped it and they responded right away. It's a bit too easy to bump the bracelet and set it off but I guess it's better for it to be too sensitive than to not be sensitive enough.
6 years ago
Reply from Medical Alert
Hi Sandra,
We do have the best plans and pricing out there!
Thanks so much for your feedback! We value our customers and appreciate the time you took to share your experience.
Stay safe,
Alex
Customer Reviews Manager, Medical Alert
We do have the best plans and pricing out there!
Thanks so much for your feedback! We value our customers and appreciate the time you took to share your experience.
Stay safe,
Alex
Customer Reviews Manager, Medical Alert
Jun. 14th, 2018
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Barbara Rogers West Delray Beach, FL
I've had it for years. Every time I've used the Medical Alert button they've been here in no time. One time I fell right outside the door of my house, between the garden and the door, and couldn't get up. I pushed the button and even though the base unit was in my bedroom they were still able to hear me. I could barely hear them, but it was enough and things just went beautifully. They sent out the paramedics and they arrived very shortly and picked me up. They have always been there when I need them. It's a good system. Talking to my girlfriend who has a different system I realized that they're all pretty much the same when it comes to how fast they get to you. Right now I'm trying to decide if I should get the one that can go with you anywhere since my husband travels sometimes.
6 years ago
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Alice Baker Peru, IN
I got it because I wasn't allowed to leave the hospital until I got some kind of system like this one. Since it had the best reviews I decided to go with it. On an occasion I was trying to reach something and had no support or anything. I ended up falling on my back and had to use the button. I got a good response. I've had some false alarms and other times when I call them to check in, but I've only really had that one emergency. The device is easy to use, it just sits on my neck and I have no problems with it. It's good, it gives me security and I know that if I need help they'll send someone.
6 years ago
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Argy Hager Bedford, VA
I had a medical alert system for years but it was tied to the house's phone line. I couldn't go beyond 100 feet away from my home. I looked around and they were the ones that met my needs and requirements so I went with them. I'm 85 years old, so I don't get out much, but I do go out occasionally and because of that I wear the fall detector around my neck. At first I was concerned about the GPS system since I wasn't sure it was going to be accurate. To test it I actually drove 15 miles out of town and pressed the button. They called me right away and told me the address that I was calling from. I was very pleased about that. Whenever I accidentally bang it against something they are always there right away to check on me. One time when I went out to check my mail, the neck piece got caught on the mailbox. I didn't realize it and it fell to the ground. When I saw it I picked it up and went back into my apartment only to realize that they were calling me. They wanted to make sure I was fine since the button had detected a fall. That made me feel very confident. Even though it was an accidental drop they were right there. The one time I actually needed them to send someone they paramedics were out there almost immediately. It's comparatively more expensive than other 2 services that I looked at.
6 years ago
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D.D. or Anonymous Halifax, NS
They were the ones that I learned about first so I just kind of went with it. It's just there, if I need it I just use it. Over the years that I've had it I haven't had to call too many times. I had a very bad beginning with them though. It had been about a month since I had paid for the service and I was still waiting to get the device and everything. At night I fell off the bed and just kind of laid there on the floor from 4:30 in the morning until 2 o'clock in the afternoon. I couldn't move, get up, or get help. In the end my daughter came and helped me and took me to the hospital in an ambulance. I got a concussion and three stitches from that fall. The very next day I got a parcel on the mail with the emergency button in it. I'm not sure why it was slow at coming, but it would've been useful if it had arrived just one day earlier. I would've had help right away rather than laying on the floor for hours. I've had no problems whatsoever since then though. Their customer service is very good. They always explain everything to me, even if I call them by accident in the middle of the night. They are always there when you call them and talk to you for as long as you want to talk to them. I'm satisfied with that.
6 years ago
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Shirley Smith Corona, CA
I live in this apartment building for older people. It's nice and about twice a week I go to the dining hall and talk with others and everything. They have activities like movie nights and such. I also occasionally have doctor appointments and shop around a little. Because of that my daughter thought it would be good to have, just in case I need it. I've never had to call and sometimes I get confused with the buttons and everything. Still, I feel like it's always there and it gives me a feeling of security to have it. I know that it'll always call the right phone numbers on its own. I think it's the best, especially since my daughter wouldn't get anything but the very best for me. She takes very good care of me. I feel confident about the service, even though I really haven't had to use it. Sometimes when they call I don't always respond or don't cooperate all the time, but that's because I'm very hard of hearing and I get confused sometimes. I'm happy about the whole thing. I don't have negative comments about it. As long as I have my little button to press I feel confident in being able to help myself.
6 years ago
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Carol Jensen Fort Collins, CO
I checked them out and they seemed to have the best price. If you call for anything they help you out. On an occasion I became dehydrated and didn't realize it. When I tried to get up, I just slid out of my bed and fell. I pushed the button right and they came and got me right away. I ended up in the hospital, but I was ok. They're very thorough and I'm just completely satisfied with that. I had the one that detected falls but I didn't like that one at all. It seemed like it just went off on its own if you moved even a little bit, so I sent it back and got the regular one. It goes around my neck and it has been great. I haven't used it that much but I'm really liking it so far. I feel safe having it in case I need them here.
6 years ago
