Why Every Household Should Have a Panic Button System
If you want to be proactive in keeping you home and your family safe and secure, then choosing to install a household panic button system is a fast and discreet way to get help during an emergency. Whether it is urgent medical attention you need because of a fall or an accident, or you need to alert law enforcement because of a break in from burglars or other unwanted intruders, knowing you can get immediate help if you want it can give everybody peace of mind.
Whether you are a vulnerable individual or a family unit that wants to feel safe and secure in your own home, having a household panic button ready to go gives you the security to know that you will get a rapid response no matter what the situation. Speed is the essence in any emergency, and by enabling a rapid response from a monitoring centre or emergency services, you can help prevent a worse outcome to any event.
Every Second Counts in an Emergency
Nobody wants to think unwanted thoughts, but sometimes things happen that are out of our control. Break-ins, robberies and home-invasions happen so quickly that you don’t have time to think, let alone react, and in the case of an accident or fall, every second counts. It is not always practical to think you can reach for your phone, or that you will be in a position to make a call. A panic button provides immediate access to emergency assistance, which in the worst case scenarios, can literally mean the difference between life and death.
Having a household panic button system is not about doom and gloom and always thinking the worst is about to happen. The worst may not (and probably will never) happen. It simply means you are being prepared in case something did happen, and giving yourself the best outcome should you need help.
Panic buttons are one of the most effective safety measures you can take in case of an accident or emergency. Nobody wants accidents to happen, but let’s face it – they do happen, and often when you are least prepared and definitely not expecting it.
Which Household Panic Button System is Right for You?
Personal alarms that are worn as pendants or wristbands, or entire home security systems all have one thing in common – your safety. You don’t have to be old to feel vulnerable, as anyone can have an accident at any time in their lives. There are numerous safety devices out there today designed to get you help fast, should you need it.
At SureSafe we recognise that people are different, as are their needs, and therefore we offer different options to suit individual requirements and lifestyles. We have a range of traditional in-home alarm systems and more bespoke personal alarm systems to suit everybody, and we are happy to help you find the best solution available.
Personal alarms and household panic buttons are there to give you assurance that you will receive help fast, should you need it. They also provide older people with the opportunity to continue to live alone and independently, giving their loved ones peace of mind that help is at hand if necessary.
When you choose a panic button system make sure you are getting 24/7 reliable monitoring. Most systems are continuously connected to a monitoring centre and can assess the situation any time – day or night – and dispatch the appropriate help, whether that is a family member, a carer or the emergency services.
How to Maximise the Value of Your Household Panic Button System
Whether you are setting up a panic button system for your own household or for a loved one’s home, you are giving yourself and everyone involved peace of mind, knowing that when something goes wrong help is on its way. It is a simple, yet powerful tool that every home should consider having, and is a small, but immense addition to your home security.
When you choose your household panic button system make sure the whole family are educated in how and when to use it. Installing panic buttons in the best places is crucial to being able to get the fastest response, so make sure they are installed in frequently used areas like bedrooms, kitchens and living rooms, and that everyone who may use them knows exactly where they are.
Ensure they are connected directly to your security provider and make sure that the panic button is working correctly by conducting regular tests.
Consider Going Mobile
It doesn’t take long to feel comfortable and confident knowing someone has got your back when you’re at home, so why not have that same feeling when you are away from home. Accidents still happen, unwanted situations still occur, the same panic button can still provide emergency help should you need it.
Mobile panic alarm systems work by the user wearing a device like a pendant or wristband, or a keychain fob or mobile app that sends a wireless signal to a central receiver or remote monitoring system. Some systems use GPSs to share the user’s location in real time, which can be extremely helpful if the wearer is suffering symptoms of dementia and has a tendency to wander off or forget where they live.
No need to worry anymore, panic button systems are there to help you feel secure knowing you’ve got a safety net. To find out more and get your questions answered, reach out to our team at SureSafe here.
