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Some of the medical alerts claim to have GPS tracking, but when we arranged to get a medical alert pendant for my father, the company I chose told me that at that time the GPS devices weren't that accurate. This was in contrast to other companies that fudged on the issue and back pedaled when I asked them specifically about the accuracy of GPS tracking. This was also about 1.5 years ago. GPS accuracy may have changed since then.
What I haven't yet seen is something a bit more reprehensible, and it's related to the technology used in ankle bracelets for parolees. I believe that kind of tracking is more specific. However, I'm not aware that it's been adapted for elder use.
Your local Area Agency on Aging might have more current information.
There are also some more high tech devices that can link to a Smartphone and provide more accurate tracking, but I suspect that they're more expensive as well. I'm not sure as well whether they would require your husband's participation in sending data.
I'll check with the person who told me about this and update you when I get more information.
In the meantime, someone posted here sometime ago that they were able to get a device through the local fire department. It's something to check out.
If you want to do some research, google "wander management systems." There might be more advances that I'm unaware of.
Is there anyone staying with or caring for your husband while you're at work?
Thank you for the information. I will check with the fire dept .and it was suggested I checked safereturn website, which I did they have the bracelets etc with just name on it. etc. I already have that if he keeps it on:) When I am working my son and his wife live right next door, so they watch and care for him, so I am blessed for that help. It is so upsetting when all of a sudden, just like a kid, he is out of sight. Had to call the sheriff, one time, and he luckily was in our pole barn, sitting in one of his cars and fell asleep. whew:) Do you have a spouse going through this too? TTYLR Thank you once again, enjoy your day. Carol
How about him wearing something that triggers an alarm when he opens house doors to go outside? Or in the summer, triggering an alarm when either the front door or the gate in the backyard is opened? I wonder if ADT has something like that.
Look into great all 5star. I use it as a safety device since I live alone. I know it can track me, but do research it to see if it is available where you live. Has AARP endorsement
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:
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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").
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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.
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APFM may send all communications to me electronically via e-mail or by access to an APFM web site.
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If I want a paper copy, I can print a copy of the Disclosures or download the Disclosures for my records.
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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.
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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.
What I haven't yet seen is something a bit more reprehensible, and it's related to the technology used in ankle bracelets for parolees. I believe that kind of tracking is more specific. However, I'm not aware that it's been adapted for elder use.
Your local Area Agency on Aging might have more current information.
There are also some more high tech devices that can link to a Smartphone and provide more accurate tracking, but I suspect that they're more expensive as well. I'm not sure as well whether they would require your husband's participation in sending data.
I'll check with the person who told me about this and update you when I get more information.
In the meantime, someone posted here sometime ago that they were able to get a device through the local fire department. It's something to check out.
If you want to do some research, google "wander management systems." There might be more advances that I'm unaware of.
Is there anyone staying with or caring for your husband while you're at work?
This is a child locator with voice. Accurate within 5 feet. Works with an app for a smartphone. $18/month.