Familyr: No Equal Comparison

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Traditional Medical Alarms vs. Familyr: A Modern Approach to Emergency Assistance

For decades, traditional home-based medical alarms have provided a safety net for seniors living independently. These alarms typically work by connecting a user to a call center in the event of an emergency, allowing an operator to assess the situation and dispatch emergency services if needed. While this system has been a lifeline for many, modern technology now offers a more advanced and family-centered solution: Familyr.

Familyr is a state-of-the-art SOS alarm designed for seniors who wish to maintain independence while ensuring their loved ones stay informed and involved in their well-being. Unlike conventional medical alarms that rely on a call center, Familyr connects directly to multiple family members in an emergency. This shift from a professional monitoring service to a personal network of trusted contacts provides numerous advantages, offering peace of mind to both seniors and their families.

Key Differences Between Traditional Medical Alarms and Familyr

1. Connectivity & Response Time

Most traditional medical alarms require an emergency call to be routed through a monitoring center, where an operator assesses the situation before contacting emergency services or a designated caregiver. This process, while effective, can introduce delays in critical moments if no ambulances are available, or potentially leaving elderly family members in hospital waiting areas alone for long periods while they wait to be seen. 

Familyr, on the other hand, alerts multiple family members, ensuring that help can arrive faster. Since the alert goes directly to trusted individuals, responses may be quicker and more personalized compared to a call center’s standardized procedures for emergency or non emergency events. Familyr may be especially helpful when an affected family member may be living remotely and friends or family are closer than any emergency service. 

2. GPS Tracking for Real-Time Location Updates

One of the most significant limitations of traditional alarms is their reliance on a fixed base unit within the home. This means if an elderly person experiences an emergency outside their home, the alarm system is ineffective.

Familyr integrates GPS as well as bluetooth, wifi and GSM for its location tracking, allowing family members to see the user’s real-time location. Whether a senior is at the grocery store, visiting a friend, or out for a walk, their loved ones can quickly locate them in case of an emergency. This feature is particularly useful for seniors who are still active but may be at risk of wandering due to cognitive decline.

3. Voice Communication for Immediate Reassurance

Familyr enables two-way voice communication with family members. This direct contact allows seniors to immediately explain their situation, providing clarity and reassurance to their loved ones without the need for a middleman.

Friends and family can call Familyr just like a cell phone, anytime, and have a conversation with their loved one…. even if its not an emergency. 

4. Fall Detection for Automatic Alerts

Falls are one of the most common and dangerous risks for seniors living independently. Traditional alarms often require the user to manually press a button for help, which may not be possible in the case of unconsciousness or immobility.

Familyr includes automatic fall detection, which senses sudden movements and sends an alert without requiring manual activation. This ensures that family members are notified even if their loved one is unable to call for help.

5. Geofencing & No Motion Detection for Proactive Monitoring

Unlike traditional systems, Familyr offers geofencing, allowing families to set safe zones and receive alerts if their loved one wanders beyond predefined boundaries.

Additionally, the no-motion detection feature identifies prolonged inactivity, which may indicate a health issue or emergency, further enhancing proactive monitoring.

A Modern Solution for Independent Living

Familyr represents a significant evolution in personal emergency response systems (PERS). By removing the need for a call center and directly involving family members, it fosters a more personal and immediate response. The added benefits of GPS tracking, fall detection, no motion detection and geofencing make it a comprehensive solution for families wanting an extra layer of protection for their aging loved ones.

For those seeking an alternative to traditional medical alarms, Familyr offers a smarter, faster, and more reassuring way to stay connected, ensuring that independent living remains both safe and fulfilling.

What does a medical alarm cost?

In New Zealand, according to Work & Income, for a traditional MSD Accredited ‘House bound’ medical alarm, rental can cost up to$970.84 a year. For an ‘Anywhere’ type alarm that works beyond the walls of a home, rental can cost up to $1559.48 per year…. and the MSD Medical Alarm provider may even require you to have 2 alarms as their house bound alarms may not work beyond your house walls. Thats right, you may need to rent 2 separate alarms if you want to do the gardening outside! Thats could cost you up to $2530.32 per year just to rent!

Familyr works in and out of the home. When you have Familyr, You OWN Familyr. If you are mobile, independent, not house bound and still have a sense of adventure then consider Familyr.  

Features include

SOS Button

Fall Detection

Geofence

No Motion Detect 

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We invite you to check pricing and features of all MSD Accredited Medical Alarms Suppliers to confirm for yourself.  

Familyr is more than a just a Medical alarm.