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After review of various devices and making several phone calls to get information, I decided on a Guardian Alarm pendant, for various reasons:
1. The Guardian rep was forthcoming, honest and helpful. Most of the companies which advertise in AARP magazines and bulletins didn't want to talk about their devices - they wanted a name and address to send literature.
2. Some reps didn't return my phone call for a few days. I wasn't impressed with their response time.
3. There were various claims made for GPS wander management, with some ads stating that their device could follow someone everywhere. The Guardian rep told me that GPS devices still had limitations in terms of "everywhere management", that it had tried different ones and was still checking them out.
He was the only one who was honest. I wanted that rather than boastful claims of what a device allegedly could but might not do.
That was sometime ago, though, so the GPS technology may be more accurate now. However, at the time that was the situation and the rep was honest about it rather than claiming it could be entirely accurate as some ads alleged.
4. After getting the device, we learned how sensitive it is.. It's activated sometimes if my father just bends over. It activates when he falls, immediately. Response from Guardian monitoring staff is within a few seconds.
I'm pleased and have no regrets about purchasing this service, from this company. It really gives me peace of mind, especially when I can't reach my father - I know if he had fallen, I would have received a call from Guardian.
(I'm NOT a Guardian employee or stockholder!)
We also purchased a lock box for the front door and attached it next to the door. If a fall occurs, EMS can get in more quickly than I can drive to the house. When I call, I give them the code, which can be changed after any use (not that I worry about EMS releasing the code improperly).
We bought the lock box that's screwed into a stud next to a door; we looked at the box that is like a lock with a handle, but Dad said it could be cut with a bolt cutter. So obviously that wasn't safe.
Looloo, glad my suggestion helped. I even need to get one for me, especially for those times when I lock myself out!
We got ours at Lowe's or Home Depot - don't remember which one.
Ours is something like this:
northerntool/shop/tools/product_200306973_200306973?utm_source=CSE&utm_medium=Google&utm_campaign=Security%20Equipment%20%3E%20Security%20Locks&utm_content=178551&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=178551&gclid=CKLTzJO208UCFZE1aQodcTEAvg There's a sliding panel which can be slid down to reveal the 4 number code to set. The house key is inside and unless someone is a master code breaker, can't be accessed any other way to my knowledge.
I went with "AcadianOnCall" for a few reasons. No contract, they had fall detection, and they didn't pressure me to buy. Very happy with their service.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights.
APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
I agree that:
A.
I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
B.
APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink.
C.
APFM may send all communications to me electronically via e-mail or by access to an APFM web site.
D.
If I want a paper copy, I can print a copy of the Disclosures or download the Disclosures for my records.
E.
This E-Sign Acknowledgement and Authorization applies to these Disclosures and all future Disclosures related to APFM's services, unless I revoke my authorization. You may revoke this authorization in writing at any time (except where we have already disclosed information before receiving your revocation.) This authorization will expire after one year.
F.
You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
1. The Guardian rep was forthcoming, honest and helpful. Most of the companies which advertise in AARP magazines and bulletins didn't want to talk about their devices - they wanted a name and address to send literature.
2. Some reps didn't return my phone call for a few days. I wasn't impressed with their response time.
3. There were various claims made for GPS wander management, with some ads stating that their device could follow someone everywhere. The Guardian rep told me that GPS devices still had limitations in terms of "everywhere management", that it had tried different ones and was still checking them out.
He was the only one who was honest. I wanted that rather than boastful claims of what a device allegedly could but might not do.
That was sometime ago, though, so the GPS technology may be more accurate now. However, at the time that was the situation and the rep was honest about it rather than claiming it could be entirely accurate as some ads alleged.
4. After getting the device, we learned how sensitive it is.. It's activated sometimes if my father just bends over. It activates when he falls, immediately. Response from Guardian monitoring staff is within a few seconds.
I'm pleased and have no regrets about purchasing this service, from this company. It really gives me peace of mind, especially when I can't reach my father - I know if he had fallen, I would have received a call from Guardian.
(I'm NOT a Guardian employee or stockholder!)
We also purchased a lock box for the front door and attached it next to the door. If a fall occurs, EMS can get in more quickly than I can drive to the house. When I call, I give them the code, which can be changed after any use (not that I worry about EMS releasing the code improperly).
We bought the lock box that's screwed into a stud next to a door; we looked at the box that is like a lock with a handle, but Dad said it could be cut with a bolt cutter. So obviously that wasn't safe.
We got ours at Lowe's or Home Depot - don't remember which one.
Ours is something like this:
northerntool/shop/tools/product_200306973_200306973?utm_source=CSE&utm_medium=Google&utm_campaign=Security%20Equipment%20%3E%20Security%20Locks&utm_content=178551&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=178551&gclid=CKLTzJO208UCFZE1aQodcTEAvg
There's a sliding panel which can be slid down to reveal the 4 number code to set. The house key is inside and unless someone is a master code breaker, can't be accessed any other way to my knowledge.