DEMENTIA GPS TRACKER
Familyr shares your location with a chosen family or friend in case you need help or become lost. Your family or friends can call and speak to you through the Familyr device. Familyr also shows them where you are, in case they need to come to you.
SOS Panic Button
2 Way Voice
Track/Locate anytime
Geofence/Safezone

GPS Trackers for Elderly with Dementia
Caring for a loved one with dementia comes with immense worry—especially when they start to wander.
The fear of them getting lost or confused can be overwhelming, and we just want to make sure they are safe while maintaining their independence. The Familyr is a GPS tracking device can provide much-needed peace of mind, helping families keep their loved ones secure while allowing them to live with dignity.
Why GPS Trackers Matter for Elderly Parents with Dementia
Dementia can cause memory loss, disorientation, and confusion, making it easy for a loved one to become lost—even on short walks in familiar surroundings. A GPS tracker ensures that, if they do wander, we can quickly locate them and bring them back to safety. Familyr provides family the ability to real-time track a loved one, so they can respond immediately in case of a dementia wandering event.

Familyr Features For Dementia Wandering
Reliable & Accurate Tracking: Familyr use GPS, Wi-Fi, and GSM technologies for better accuracy, even in areas where GPS signals are weak.
Easy to Use: Many elderly individuals with dementia struggle with complex technology. Familyr is a simple device with clear buttons is essential for ease of use.
Safezone GeoFence: Setting up a “safe zone” means that if our loved one wanders beyond a designated area, family will receive an alert. This feature allows them freedom while ensuring they don’t stray too far from safety. (Minimum safe zone is 250 meters radius)
SOS Button for Emergencies: An emergency SOS button allows them to call for help at the press of a button, instantly notifying designated contacts with their location.
Long Battery Life: Familyr comes with a long-lasting rechargable battery (2-3 days active use, 4-5 days when close to Base) helps ensure constant protection.


Choosing the Right GPS Tracker for Your Loved One in New Zealand
At Mercari Technologies, we understand the deep concern families feel when caring for a parent with dementia. That’s why we offer Familyr – A GPS tracker designed specifically for elderly individuals—prioritizing senior safety, independence, and reliability. Our local expertise in New Zealand ensures that families have access to dependable personal safety alarms tailored to their needs.
If you’re worried about keeping your loved one safe, Familyr can be an invaluable tool. It provides reassurance that family can find them and bring them home safely or get assistance from police with assistive and accurate information.
A dementia tracker means your loved one is never alone. At the touch of a button, they can ask for help at any time of day or night, every day of the year. Allow them to stay at home longer and enjoy life as independently as possible. Don’t wait until something happens.
If a person suffering from dementia/cognitive impairment goes missing or wandering
- Do not wait. Call 111 immediately to report the person missing to Police.
- Be prepared to answer questions with information, such as:
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- history of previous wandering
- missing person’s state of mind
- Location information from Familyr Tracking
- known frequented places.