Table of Contents
One of the most alarming statistics is the amount of fall-related injuries occurring in the older adult population. According to the National Council on Aging NCOA (LINK), falls are the leading cause of fatal AND non-fatal injuries in seniors.
Furthermore, every 11 seconds an older adult is treated in the emergency room for a fall, and every 19 minutes an older adult dies because of a fall.
fall-related injuries cost the United States $50 billion in the year 2015, and this number is expected to increase.
Falls can occur suddenly and without warning. Oftentimes, older adults are simply completing their daily routines, and (1) mishap can lead to a fall.
This is why following consistent safety precautions are so important for reducing the chances of falls in seniors.
In my blog titled Falls in the Elderly Risk Factors and Preventions (LINK), I discuss the primary reasons why falls occur in the elderly, and how to reduce these falls in the future.
Property of rehaballey.com
As a Physical Therapist who works in the rehabilitation unit with the elderly on a weekly basis, I also recommend a medical/fall alert device. Typically, this is a pendant that can be worn or used around the house.
When a fall or an emergency occurs the user can press the button to activate an emergency response team. This can save valuable time, which can be crucial in a life or death situation.
A medical/fall alert device can be used by people of all ages however; I highly recommend a medical/fall alert device for older adults, and especially older adults who live alone.
Property of rehaballey.com
researching many different companies, I have decided that one of the best companies in the industry that produce medical/fall alert devices is a company called MobileHelp.
MobileHelp offers a wide range of fall detection products and is very cost-effective and easy to use. Not to mention, they have an excellent customer service team and tons of opportunities for savings and discounts.
In this blog, I will be providing information on the different types of products that MobileHelp has to offer.
But first, I would like to provide a brief background of this company, as well as some of the benefits of their services.
MobileHelp Background
MobileHelp is a Florida-based company founded in 2006 and is a provider of medical/fall alert devices (LINK). MobileHelp produces many different types of fall alert devices, which will be discussed in more detail in the sections below.
As a Physical Therapist, I am absolutely impressed with the products that are offered through MobileHelp.
Property of rehaballey.com
MobileHelp holds an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau (LINK), and according to consumersadvocate.org (LINK), MobileHelp has an overall rating of excellent and operates by using (6) convenient products which includes:
- Classic Cellular
- Classic Landline
- MobileHelp Micro
- MobileHelp Solo
- Home Duo Bundle
- Mobile Duo Bundle
I will discuss these various products in detail in the sections below.
Property of rehaballey.com
MobileHelp Products
Classic Cellular
The Classic Cellular system comes with an in-home based unit and (1) waterproof help button that can either be worn around the neck or wrist depending on your choice upon purchase. Some of the features of the Classic Cellular includes:
- No landline requirement
- FREE Equipment
- While subscribed to the MobileHelp payment plan, the equipment is free of charge.
- Remote activation of 1400 ft. range
- 24/7 U.S-based monitoring
- FREE Lockbox (with annual plans)
- Compatibility with MobileHelp fall button
- FREE ground shipping (with annual plans)
- FREE activation
- AT&T Coverage
- No long-term contracts
- No cellular contracts
With the purchase of the Classic Cellular system, you also have the option of adding an automatic fall detection button for $11 additional each month. The automatic fall detection button works best for individuals or those in a situation who are unable to actively press the alert button themselves.
The automatic fall detection button will automatically alert the MobileHelp emergency operators when it detects a fall. Individuals who may benefit from an automatic fall detection button include:
- Individuals with a life-threatening emergency including but not limited to:
- Heart attacks
- Strokes
- Unconciousness
- Severe fractures
- Severe bleeding
- Individuals with dementia or memory impairments
- Individuals with arm paralysis, upper limb amputations, or those with limited use of their arms.
MobileHelp Warning: Automatic fall button does not detect 100% of falls. Users should alway push their button for assistance if they are able. The fall button is not intended to replace a caregiver (LINK)
Classic Landline
If you are someone you love prefer to use a landline-based medical alert system, then the Classic Landline will be the option for you. Some of the features of the Classic Landline system includes:
- No activation fee
- Landline connection hook-up
- No cellular signal requirements
- Up to 600 ft. coverage area
- (1) neck pendant help button
- No equipment needed for purchase
- Built-in speakers with 2-way communication
- 24/7/365 emergency monitoring service
- FREE Lockbox (with annual plans)
- FREE ground shipping (with annual plans)
- No long-term contracts
MobileHelp Micro
The MobileHelp Micro is one of the newest patented products by MobileHelp, and is the smallest and lightest version of its mobile device products.
Unlike the products listed above, MobileHelp Micro comes equipped with the entire unit that can be worn around the neck, eliminating the need for a separate unit and waterproof push button. Now that’s what I call a simple design!
This device weighs only 52 grams, can be worn anywhere including the shower, and comes with a detachable lanyard.
Property of rehaballey.com
The MobileHelp Micro also comes equipped with a multi-mode location accuracy GPS, a high-quality audio speaker, and an optional automatic fall detection.
As mentioned with the previous products, the additional features includes:
- FREE ground shipping (with annual plans)
- FREE equipment
- FREE Lockbox (with annual plans)
- FREE activation
- No landline requirement
- No cellular contract required
- No long-term contracts
- AT&T coverage
MobileHelp Solo
The MobileHelp Solo is best used when you are on-the-go, or travel periodically outside of the home.
the MobileHelp Solo system comes with a mobile unit that can be used in the home or on-the-go, and includes (1) waterproof help button that can either be worn around the neck or wrist.
Property of rehaballey.com
The features of the MobileHelp Solo includes:
- No landline requirement
- GPS Tracking
- Waterproof help button
- Easy installation
- remote activation
- Compatibility with MobileHelp fall button
- 24/7 US-based monitoring
- FREE equipment
- FREE ground shipping (with annual plans)
- FREE Lockbox (with annual plans)
- No cellular or long-term contracts
- AT&T Coverage
One of the highlights of the MobileHelp Solo is that it comes with a GPS tracking system, which allows the emergency response team to quickly track your location.
The medical alert system with GPS works with GPS satellites, which constantly transmit locations to your device (LINK).
Property of rehaballey.com
This can not only help save precious time during an emergency but also allows the closest emergency responders to be dispatched to your location.
Home Duo Bundle
one of the products that I highly recommend is the Home Duo Bundle, which includes an in-home based unit AND a mobile unit.
One of the benefits of having both of these units is that it offers complete protection. For example, this product includes a home-based unit that does not require a landline, as well as an on-the-go unit perfect for traveling.
In addition, this product also comes with a water-proof pendant to be worn either around the neck or on the wrist for quick, easy access to MobileHelp Emergency Operators.
As mentioned above, the purchase of this product includes:
- FREE equipment
- FREE ground shipping (with annual plans)
- FREE Lockbox (with annual plans)
- FREE activation
- No landline requirement
- No cellular contract required
- No long-term contracts
- AT&T Coverage
Mobile Duo Bundle
The Mobile Duo Bundle is the industry’s only 2-for-the-price-of-one GPS Medical alert system (LINK). In other words, you can cover up to (2) people under one payment plan.
The Mobile Duo Bundle works great for spouses, roommates, or family/friends who share the same address.
Property of rehaballey.com
as mentioned with the Classic Cellular system, you have the option to add an automatic fall detection button for $11 additional per month.
With the purchase of a mobile duo bundle you will receive:
- Two help buttons
- Two-way communication at home and way from home
- Water repellent technology
- 24/7 emergency monitoring service
- Patented GPS technology
- No equipment to purchase
- FREE Lockbox (with annual plans)
- FREE ground shipping (with annual plans)
- No landline requirement
- No cellular contract required
- No long-term contracts
- AT&T coverage
Promotions and Additional Savings
Now, for the moment you’ve all been waiting for, SAVINGS! there are some excellent savings and promotions that you, as a customer, can take advantage of.
For this blog, there are (2) primary promotions that come with the (annual) plans.
MobileHelp customers can receive FREE Shipping, lockbox, and activation on MobileHelp Annual Systems. Please click the banner below for additional information on this offer.
Lastly, MobileHelp customers can receive $24 off MobileHelp Classic Landline with annual plan. no coupon needed! For more information on this particular offer, please click the link below.
As a reminder, all MobileHelp products and plans come with a risk-free 30-day trial. A full refund will be issued if all equipment is received before the end of the 30-day trial.
Property of rehaballey.com
Hopefully, this article provides you with better information regarding the MobileHelp alert system.
This device is definitely worth the investment by offering peace of mind that you or your loved ones have security while they are at home or on the go.
To read other health-related topics regarding general health, safety, and rehabilitation please visit my website at https://rehaballey.com/blog/.
Be safe, stay optimistic, and as always GOD BLESS YOUR ENDEAVORS!!
**This blog uses affiliate links, Rehab Alley may get a commission for the sale of this product**
