Name: Medical Alert
Rating: 3.9

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John Gutz Cedar Rapids, IA

I'm 82 years old and I live alone. My daughter heard about Medical Alert and suggested I buy it. I used it once, so it works well. My experiences overall, and with customer service in particular have been very good.

8 years ago

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Patty Mcclellan Fort Lauderdale, FL

After falling frequently, I got the remote device that I can carry in my pocket. I've had to use a few times already, and it was perfect! Overall, it's a great service.

8 years ago

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EM Kelseyville, CA

A fireman came over to help once, and he recommended I get Medical Alert. It's worked fine, very good. I'm just glad I bought it because it's helped me several times.

8 years ago

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Lea Vanzalingen Sylmar, CA

They offered an excellent Customer Service. Although I'm still hoping for the best, I really haven't had a problem with them so far. It's very easy to use.

9 years ago

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Richard Faoye Lithonia, GA

I'm pretty much satisfied with the service they provided. Plus, I got an immediate response the first time I used it. I'm just happy with Medical Alert.

9 years ago

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Joanne Short Miami, FL

They were excellent! I live by myself so I needed help getting up, considering I was falling quite often and everything was very very good! No complaints.

9 years ago

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Alice Camp Birmingham, AL

It's been very nice having Medical Alert! We needed help, so we decided to get this to call for help in case we fell again. Up until today, they have always treated us well.

9 years ago

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Tuesdee Knight Mabank, TX

I like that I haven't had to use it yet but I feel safer with it. I like the service they provide, they were very good when I spoke to them. It's just been great!

9 years ago

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Anonymous Safety Harbor, FL

I feel that they do a good job! When I look into buying it, they were very informative. The only problem I had was that the alarm system kept going off. It's also a little expensive but still worth it.

9 years ago

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Rose Mancuso West Palm Beach, FL

Very good! Their customer service is very good! Thank God I haven't had to actually use the device, but I really do think everything about the service is great!

9 years ago

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Barbara Schrager Hartsdale, NY

The service has been fine for an elderly person that lives alone like myself. I haven't had a problem with it. All I can say is that I've been very happy with it.

9 years ago

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Beverly Martinez San Antonio, TX

I've had a very good experience with Medical Alert! It was very easy to use, activate and it's comfortable to wear. I love using it, it makes me feel safe at my age.

9 years ago

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Brenda Heacock Albuquerque, NM

It's been a good and helpful service. So far I've set it off 3 times by accident, but it really is the safe thing to do. On my experience, everything has been very good.

9 years ago

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Robert Basile Circle Pines, MN

I have epilepsy and had numerous falls, so it was time to get Medical Alert. Although it has a few bugs, it really is a good service. I like using it, even if the Pendant is too sensible.

9 years ago

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Lois Chapman St George, UT

They've offered a very good service! I have no problem at all using it. I'm 91 years old and have fallen a couple of times, but I'm very satisfied with what they offer.

9 years ago

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Joan Wooten Bloomfield, NM

I have no other loved ones with me, it's just myself, and I'm definitely satisfied with the service. They were great when it came to talking to the representatives. It's just as advertised!

9 years ago

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Bishop Cummins Carrollton, GA

The main reason I got Medical Alert is because I'm 89 years old and so far it's been great! Not much has happened yet, but I had the fire department show up after I pressed the button by accident, so it makes me feel very secure.

9 years ago

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Martha Best Sunnyvale, CA

A friend suggested Medical Alert after I had a stroke. I haven't used it for an emergency after the stroke, however, I can say I'm very satisfied with the service.

9 years ago

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Anonymous Spokane, WA

I had a lot of trouble with the first one I got. We had a hard time getting it to work, I believe it was the reception of the apartment I live in. Besides that, they have good customer service. I haven't had to use it that much, but overall, the service is fine.

9 years ago

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Meg Blase Fresno, CA

I actually feel safe with Medical Alert because they immediately respond when I do the monthly test, or even when I accidentally set it off. It provides me the knowledge of knowing that I, if I ever needed it, I'll get help.

9 years ago

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William Tinder Tilton, IL

I decided to purchase Medical Alert after falling a lot, and so far they've been great! I like using it and I love the fact that they're very professional.

9 years ago

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James Paddock Milwaukee, WI

I purchased a Pendant from Medical Alert after having a stroke. Now I use it everyday and it's awesome! Their product is very good and everybody I speak with is very polite.

9 years ago

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Joanne

Response time is fast very though and professional

2 months ago

Reply from Medical Alert

Thank you for your feedback! We appreciate our customers and appreciate the time you took to leave us a review.

Mar. 30th, 2026

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Eileen

It's a fine product to serve the purpose.

2 months ago

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Eileen, thank you for your feedback! We appreciate our customers and appreciate the time you took to leave us a review.

Mar. 30th, 2026

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Samuel

I am 87. My daughter chose Medical Alert for me last year.

2 months ago

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Thank you for your feedback! We appreciate our customers and appreciate the time you took to leave us a review.

Mar. 17th, 2026

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Jean

You are supposed to bill me not my mother Call me 6784917430

2 months ago

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Jean, thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear about your experience. I have sent you a private message requesting some additional information.

Mar. 12th, 2026

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Louann

I use it due to poor balance. My kids thought it would increase my safety since I live by myself.

3 months ago

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Thank you for your feedback! We appreciate our customers and appreciate the time you took to leave us a review.

Feb. 18th, 2026

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Joan

Very dependable * patient with excited callers

3 months ago

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Thank you for your feedback! We appreciate our customers and appreciate the time you took to leave us a review.

Feb. 16th, 2026

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Cassandra

Because I had fallen down last November 2025 and I had to go to the hospital then.

3 months ago

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Thank you. We appreciate your review. We value our customers and appreciate the time you took to share your experience.

Feb. 11th, 2026

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Carol

Ease of use. Customer service is responsive.

3 months ago

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Carol, thank you for your feedback! We appreciate our customers and appreciate the time you took to leave us a review.

Feb. 11th, 2026

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Monica Forest City, IA

It works! I was taking a shower and although, you can wear it in the shower, I hung it on a towel bar within my reach. It wasn't secure on the towel bar and fell to the floor. Immediately the alarm went off and within seconds an operator was on the unit asking if I was needing help. I explained that I was okay and that it fell on the floor accidently and I was okay. I felt foolish, but, relieved that it worked and she heard my voice.

2 years ago

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Thank you, Monica! 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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Mary Dagnino Fishkill, NY

I did not know it needed cellular. I don’t have any . We moved the base to every window. I was going to return it but kept it hooked up while I looked for another brand. Today I knocked over my walker and a friend came to me saying someone is talking in the kitchen. I went and turned it off quickly and in time to cancel the call. The fall button is very sensitive. I will keep it and make sure it works. I have it facing the window and in it is under pendant light. I had called to make sure the call was cancelled. When I was setting it up I didn’t realize I hit the button. All of a sudden 2 police and 2 paramedics were at my door. Q

7 years ago

Reply from Medical Alert

Hi Mary,
Please call Susan from our escalation team at: 800-226-5400, Ext. 0093 if you would like to discuss your account and discuss your overly sensitive device.

Thanks so much for your feedback! We value our customers and appreciate the time you took to share your experience.

Stay safe,
Alex
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Dec. 10th, 2018

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Mark A Critser Woodburn, OR

The main reason I got a Medical Alert it was because of my wife, she works on Swing Shift. She always little busy during the day all the time. I am US Disabled Veteran and I have other disabilities too. When you are homebound disabled person, YOU have to make YOU strong. People Will - stop dropping in, stopping by for a visit and in end, the phone calls now have been far and few. I didn't want to be alone while she was out and working. So Gussie, my little dog, he's a long hair wiener dog he thinks he is a German Shepherd. So I thought about getting a Medical Alert. and so I wouldn't hesitate to use it if I need it. So I made my self stronger and independent . VA thinks it's very good for me. I think it's very good for Mark. Mark A Critser Woodburn, OR

8 years ago

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Hi Mark,

We love hearing from our customers. Thanks so much for your feedback! We appreciate the time you took to share your experience.

Stay safe,
Alex
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Jun. 14th, 2018

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Tammy Goslow

I went with this home fall detect unit and had it for 5 months absolutely loved it exclamation. The price was right for myself. The people on the other end for emergency calls are very friendly and helpful one time they were backed up and didn't respond as quick but for the most part they're very fast. They also offered one free month and a lock box. They have Southern Accents no hard to understand foreign language accent. I then decided because I fell twice at work and once walking to call and ask about their mobile units. This is where became frustrating for me the first unit worked for fall detect it was the same price as I was paying for my home device but $10 more for fall detect on the go unit which I thought it was okay and worth it as they would be able to GPS my position. Setup work great fall the tech twerk then in shower it turned on the next day I realize from a fall that fall detector was no longer working so I believe it shorted out they sent me a replacement very quickly within 2 days unfortunately fall detect did not work they sent me another replacement fall the tech did not work on the go unit. Now they are sending me the Elite model for the same price but she has given me two months free for as long as I hold the unit so it works out to be the same price as I was paying for the home unit. I'm hoping that this one will work. Even though my mother is frustrated and says the system is junk which I'm on the edge about technology can fail technology is not a hundred percent. I'm very young and I've been enjoyed the home unit I'm just working out the Kinks for the go unit which I would not recommend the elite unit seems a little more complicated but having more things to carry so I will give it a try. So far service 4 the dispatchers, troubleshooters, and testing anyone that I've spoken with has been so helpful and polite amazing help that is why I'm willing to give the elite a try if it does not work then I would have to say in Canada it's not very good for mobile unit but I will see home unit price was right and comparable to others and very friendly service so yes home unit is good for Canadians with my experience. I hope from Reading other people's reviews if I do decide to go with another service provider that I do not have trouble with finances and getting it back I will write more reviews later

8 years ago

Reply from Medical Alert

Hi Tammy,

Thank you for providing such a detailed review! This helps customers when making decisions about the services they feel are right for them.

Medical Alert systems keep tens of thousands of customers safe every day.

I hope your Elite device is working well and providing you safety and peace of mind. Don't hesitate to reach out to us again if there's anything we can do.

Sincerely,
Alex
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Feb. 22nd, 2018

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Michael T

I purchased this service for my parents. I recognize that medical alert systems is a highly competitive arena. Like a lot of industries, the breakout for me is hands down Customer Service. I called today about an issue that my folks were having. I was very impressed with the reps that I talked to. My impression was that was talking to people with a lot of integrity. So much so that I feel that I am new ambassador for "Medical Alert." They are the best!.

8 years ago

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Ann Merklin

Have not had to use this yet, but even when I dropped it, they immediately responded as the “drop” to them was considered a “fall” and they wanted to make sure I was alright! SO nice to know they are there if needed! They even told me not to worry when I apologized for dropping it! They just wanted, again, to make sure I was OK, and would've sent help had I needed it! Salem, OR

9 years ago

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Charlene

Watch allows verbal communication with helpers and also ability to shut down if a mistake occurs.

4 months ago

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Thank you for your feedback Charlene! We appreciate our customers and appreciate the time you took share your experience.

Jan. 22nd, 2026

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John

1. It didn’t work when I fell and injured my hip! 2. It goes off sometimes when I set it down!😤👎

4 months ago

Reply from Medical Alert

Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear about your experience. Please call our customer service department at 1-800-906-0872, our representatives will be happy to assist.

Jan. 8th, 2026

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Ed

Prices and services seemed reasonable. I liked the people I spoke with.

4 months ago

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Thank you for your feedback Ed! We appreciate our customers and appreciate the time you took to leave us a review.

Jan. 8th, 2026

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Bernard

Wanted fall protection for my dad. Constant contact with medic needed

5 months ago

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Thank you, Bernard! We appreciate your review. We value our customers and appreciate the time you took to share your experience.

Dec. 26th, 2025

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Delores

Liked their service model and device. Communication is easy for my mom.

5 months ago

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Thank you for your feedback! We appreciate our customers and appreciate the time you took to leave us a review.

Dec. 19th, 2025

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Carole

The thing that I liked about it you can count on somebody coming when I fall

5 months ago

Reply from Medical Alert

Thank you for being part of our family Carole! We are glad that you feel safe with our service and appreciate this kind review. Please be well, safe, and take care.

Dec. 15th, 2025

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Ralph

Our daughter in law was the one who chose this medical alert. It does work.

5 months ago

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Thank you for your feedback Ralph! We appreciate our customers and appreciate the time you took to leave us a review.

Dec. 12th, 2025

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Frances

Recommended by other users. I don't see why I need 40 characters.

5 months ago

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Thank you for your feedback! We appreciate our customers and appreciate the time you took to leave us a review.

Dec. 11th, 2025

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Susan

confidence that we will be protected and helped when we need it

5 months ago

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Susan, thank you for your feedback! We value our customers and are honored to be part of your safety plan. We appreciate the time you took to share your experience.

Dec. 11th, 2025

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Verna

My daughter-in-law is a nurse and she recommended this for me.

5 months ago

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Verna, thank you for your feedback! We appreciate our customers and appreciate the time you took to leave us a review.

Dec. 11th, 2025

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Toni

I don't like you guys dispatching EMS if my battery is low and I don't answer the phone. Don't like short battery life

5 months ago

Reply from Medical Alert

Toni, thank you for your feedback! We appreciate our customers and appreciate the time you took to leave us a review. If you have any questions about your equipment or service, please call our Customer Service Department 1-800-906-0872 . Our representatives will be happy to assist.

Dec. 11th, 2025

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Kristy Schaff

Terrible company. No customer service. We waited over 2 months to get a refund. My sister literally took the day off work multiple times to wait hours on hold to talk with someone. This company makes their money by charging a year at a time with no way to get money back in a convenient or transparent manner.

3 months ago Edited February 18, 2026

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Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We take this feedback seriously and your satisfaction is very important to us. I was not able to locate the account with the information provided. Please contact our Customer Service department at 1-800-906-0872 or CustomerResolutions@medicalalert.com so that we can get this matter escalated over to our supervisor team to investigate and follow up with you to address all your concerns.

Feb. 24th, 2026

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Eva Gallagher

Terrible service! I have been trying to cancel my mom's account for over a month after she moved to assisted living and they have not allowed me to do so. After being on hold for hours, I am told I need to come back despite receiving continued billing. The service was find when I needed it but canceling it has been a total scam!

3 months ago

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Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We take this feedback seriously and your satisfaction is very important to us. I was not able to locate the account with the information provided. Please contact our Customer Service department at 1-800-906-0872 so that we can get this matter escalated over to our supervisor team to investigate and follow up with you to address all your concerns.

Feb. 19th, 2026

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Arlene

I know for a fact that Medic Alert buttons work. My mother accidentally hit hers. Before she could call and cancel the alert, the EMTs had arrived.

6 months ago

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Thank you for your feedback Arlene! We appreciate our customers and appreciate the time you took to leave us a review.

Nov. 20th, 2025