Which is the best personal alarm for the elderly? (updated for 2018)

A guide to choosing the right personal alarm for you in 2018 Choosing a personal pendant alarm for you or a loved one can be a confusing process. There are many different alarms...

03/07/2018

A Guide to the Many Names of an Elderly Fall Alarm

A Panic Alarm for Elderly People Panic Alarm is an overarching term that applies to any alarm used by a person to call for help when they find themselves in need of...

26/06/2018

Why Is a Quick Response So Important When the Elderly Fall?

Whilst it is possible to take steps to minimise the chances of such accidents, it is a sad fact that at least a third of over 65s fall once or more each year. As many as 50%...

17/07/2017

5 signs your elderly parent needs help at home

Thanks to technology and services like Helpline, today more and more older people are able to live independently and safely in their own homes for longer. We understand that...

16/06/2017

Making sure your loved one is safe in warmer weather

As the country heats up we can forget some of the dangers the elderly community faces during the winter period. However, it’s important to remember that the summer can...

17/05/2017

Helpline at the Devon county show

From the 18th-20th of May 2017, The Devon County Show is treating their visitors to three days of the very best of food, farming, entertainment and fun! As one of the most...

28/03/2017

Elderly personal alarms are a more worthwhile investment than you might think

There are so many reasons why people all over the world finally decide to invest in a personal alarm, and you’d be surprised to know that not every purchase is for those with...

22/02/2017

You could be a life line for the elderly

You may think that saving the lives of the elderly is a job restricted to doctors, nurses and care providers but life lines for the elderly come in all different forms. Small...

03/01/2017

When should you consider full-time care for your elderly parent?

Considering the number of centenarians in the UK has risen by 65% over the last decade (2015), life expectancy is at an all time high. Thus, there will come a time in most...