5 Reasons Why A Panic Button Is Essential For Elderly

Panic button provides an easy-to-use security option. Not only does it signal authorities with a push of a button and it’s less complicated compared to a smartphone.

With rising crime rates, the safety of our elderly folks is at risk. Especially the ones who choose to live independently. Here are some reasons why senior citizens should have a panic button with them.

1.For Immediate Assistance

One may wonder if assistance is just a phone call away, then why bother with a panic button? Well, because elderly people find it difficult to operate a phone, let alone dial an emergency number. This costs them too much time and sometimes, they’re unable to get up, make a call, and explain their plight.

On the other hand, panic buttons are available as a pendant, watch, or a bracelet. This makes them easily available to our elderly in times of distress. All they have to do is press the button which signals the alarm company, and they dispatch concerned authorities to their house.

2.For Protection Against Crime

Apart from prompt medical assistance, a panic button is extremely helpful in protecting the elderly from unexpected crimes. Whether it is burglary or home intrusion. The panic button is most likely helpful during burglaries after medical assistance.

Besides, houses of elderly folks who live alone are vulnerable and easy targets for thieves. But, with a panic button and a strong security system, elderly folks will have the police on their front porch even before the robber can make a run. Thus, make sure a panic button is always around your independent senior citizens.

3.For Easy Monitoring

Leaving our elderly alone at home means we’ll constantly worry about their safety and well-being. But thankfully almost every home security system is equipped with an application. Every element of your security system is examined through this application, including the panic button. This not only makes it easier for you to check on your loved ones but as and when the panic button is pushed you’ll also be informed.

Apart from that, the application notifies you if the security system isn’t functioning properly or if it requires updating. This is helpful if you’re on a work trip or live far away from your elderly folks.

4.For A Secure Living

Elderly folks can be self-reliant and stubborn, they don’t want to be a burden on their children or grandchildren. Hence, they choose their independence and privacy over living with a loved one. We can be a little hesitant in letting them live alone, but with a panic button, it becomes easier.

Handing over a panic button to our senior citizens, assures us of their safety and well-being. Also, with the help of home security systems, it allows them to keep their independence while living securely. One can also install security cameras, smoke, and water detectors inside the home of the elderly, only if they are comfortable with it.

5.For Peace Of Mind

The anxiety of unfavorable incidents occurring increases when it’s about the safety of our elderly folks. Ironically, with the help of a panic button, our panic about elderly protection is put to rest. Because one of the biggest advantages of a panic button for the elderly is the sense of security and peace one gets from it.

It alerts the police and other departments in case of intrusion, fire, floods, gas leak, etc. It also sends medical assistance to their house in case of emergencies like a heart attack, stroke, falling down the stairs or in the bathroom, and more. With the panic button, we and our elderly folks worry less about being left alone during unfortunate incidents.

Sebastian

Sebastian was born and raised in the busy city of Abbottabad. As a journalist, Saad Mushtaq has contributed to many online publications including the PAK Today and the Huffing Post. In regards to academics, Saad Mushtaq earned a degree in business from the Abbottabad UST, Havelian. Saad Mushtaq follows the money and covers all aspects of emerging tech here at The Hear Up.Thanks