How does a medical alert system respond to be traced? Anybody know? If somehow connected to cell this would make sense for Mrs. Moses.
This is so concerning. Could she have headed to a place from her long ago past if she was starting to get confused?
How to Choose a Medical Alert System
•operate over cellular networks and incorporate GPS technology. This way, if you get lost or press the call button for help but are unable to talk, the monitoring service can find you.
How Do Medical Alert Systems Work? - Caring.com
Mobile Systems
Mobile systems that work on cellular networks are becoming more popular largely due to the greater flexibility they offer medical alert plan subscribers. These systems can be comprised of a single mobile device, a wearable call button or both, and they may also offer the option of a cellular base unit to place in a central location in the subscriber’s home.
Because they’re not tied to a fixed phone line, all the components are fully portable. They allow a senior to press a button and reach their medical alert provider’s monitoring center from almost anywhere inside and outside their home as well as when they’re on the go and within range of a cellular signal.
In-Vehicle Systems
In-vehicle systems are the latest innovation in medical alert technology and are currently available through one provider. These systems consist of a portable device that plugs into a vehicle’s 12-volt adapter to access power. They also have a backup battery so they’ll work even if a 12-volt source isn’t available.
As with mobile systems, in-vehicle medical alert devices work on cellular networks. They feature automatic crash-detection sensors and use GPS geolocating to pinpoint the user’s location if an emergency or accident occurs. These devices also have a built-in speaker, microphone and an instant-connect button that, when pressed, immediately establishes a cellular connection with the provider’s call center.
