I had a very positive experience recently with Life Alert. I always wear my pendant. Recently I fell and hurt my foot and could not get up. I am 85, no spring chicken. I pressed my pendant and the rescue squad responded immediately. The key to my apartment is in a lock box by my door and the fire department had the key to the building and the key to my apartment and they were able to get in without trouble. I was in my way to the hospital in no time. My sister also lives alone and on my recommendation she also has Life Alert and while I hope she never needs it - my experience is comforting to both of us.

E. K., Oakton, VA

A couple of month ago I had allergic reaction to an antibiotic. I took it about 10 at night and started to fix something to eat. 15 minutes later I started to itch a little and then a lot. Then my throat was swelling shut. I knew I didn’t have a lot of time to spare so I pushed the button on my necklace and let Life Alert take over. The girl came on right away and asked me if I needed help. I said, “Yes, I do”, and she called 911. The ambulance was here in record time. She also called my son. I was hooked up to an IV until 3:00 a.m. when they let me go home. The girl who answered the Life Alert signal was a life saver. You people do good work and I have been telling everybody.

M. H., Berkeley Springs, WV

I am crippled and wear braces on both legs. I live alone and have trouble walking. I have had several falls and some real bad cuts on my head and bleeding very bad. I cannot get up when I fall. I wear my Life Alert pendant around my neck all the time and always call Life Alert when I need them. They are always here within 10-15 minutes and help me up and take me to the emergency room at the hospital if I need to go (which has been several times). I highly recommend Life Alert to anyone who lives alone or to older couples who live alone. I’m 86 ½ and Life Alert is my best friend.

E. G., Athens, AL

I left the house and forgot I left a pot on the stove cooking corn beef. I was gone for four hours, and the pot caught fire after the water was gone. This caused the smoke detector to go off, which alerted the fire department and Life Alert. The fire department came and the stove was on fire and they were able to put everything out. Thank you for saving my home.

J. W., Knoxville, TN

On April 1, 2013 I fell in my house (bad sprain in right wrist, I thought it was broken). I have two knee replacements and I could not get up, so I called Life Alert for help. They came, along with my neighbor and two techs. They transported me to the ER right away to get checked out. My neighbor later took me home. I am happy to have Life Alert. Thank you.

P. O., Sebring, FL

Because of a fall in my home and ensuing injuries accompanied by excessive bleeding due to medication, I needed Life Alert twice in a week; March 26 and March 29. When I first decided to have Life Alert it was in the event I had a situation when I could not get up. That occasion occurred, unfortunately. Fortunately I had Life Alert to help out for which I am very thankful. Subsequently my medical providers praised my decision and looking back not only was this a good decision on my part, I was so grateful to have Life Alert looking out for me. Thanks from the bottom of my heart.

J. D., Plainfield, IL

In an attempt to transfer my husband from the wheelchair to the toilet, he slipped very gently right down to the floor. I tried to help him up but to no available. Then I called Life Alert and they immediately replied telling me help was on the way. Shortly after the police arrived, then the EMS and they took care of the situation. Thank you for the prompt service. P.S., my husband was not injured in anyway.

C. R., Greenwich, CT

I experienced pain and pressed the Life Alert button and had help immediately. Life Alert was prompt, clear, polite and got help for me right away. I was in the hospital on Wednesday at night, and had a heart stint inserted on Thursday and then I came home on a Friday at night. All is going well and I am grateful to you. Our son is the one who brought this great service for us.

S. P., Fort Myers, FL

I fell getting out of bed and I couldn’t get up myself. I managed to get to my phone and then pushed the Life Alert button and got a response immediately. Excellent service. My daughter was notified right away. 2 girls and two men came and they checked my vitals and took me to the hospital. I had a problem with my heart. Thank you for the help.

N. R., Las Vegas, NV

I had a fall on my back in the back hall of my home where I live alone. I can never get up unassisted. I punched my Life Alert button and soon the alarm went off. Life Alert stayed on the phone while I was waiting for the paramedics and rescue squad to arrive. All were very polite and helpful in getting me up. I was taken to the local hospital where I got the word that there was no broken bones.

E. H., Humboldt, TN

I was outside and started to the bathroom. I was real dizzy and fell at the commode and couldn’t get up. I pushed my Life Alert button and in 10 minutes the police was at my door. The ambulance came and they helped me up to my feet.

E. M., Guin, AL

My mom couldn’t breathe very good. I pressed the Life Alert for help. The response was immediate. While I was with my mom your representative gave the medics all printed info on mom. Great service. I feel safe for mom when I’m not with her.

A. V., Philadelphia, PA

I fell from my wheelchair onto the floor, and could not get up. I couldn’t reach the phone and the front door was locked. I was so scared. I punched the Life Alert button and they were here quickly. They helped me up and made sure I was ok. Thank you.

F. A., Kingsport, TN

My mom fell several times when she was alone. With Life Alert, you folks were able to call someone for help; all she really needed was help standing back up. The one time she needed to go to the hospital she got help right away. If it was not for her Life Alert who knows how long before help would have come.

M. C., Running Springs, CA

I fell and I couldn’t get up. I rolled over and hit the floor, and within 5 minutes the ambulance arrived and a very large man picked me up and put me in a chair. Then he checked me out and asked if I needed to go to the hospital, I did not. Thank goodness I finally, at 87, got Life Alert. They were wonderful.

B. M., Rockwall, TX

I fell coming in the door and had numerous cuts and was bleeding a lot. I pushed my Life Alert button and they were great. They stayed on the line with me until EMTs came. I would recommend Life Alert to everyone that is aging or lives alone. The service is wonderful.

M. D., Saluda, VA

While slicing an avocado, the knife slipped and the point dug between my fingers. I could not stop the bleeding. After about 8 minutes I called Life Alert. The EMTs arrived very quickly and took me to the hospital emergency room, where the doctors helped me. I am most grateful to the Life Alert service.

D. E., Elkhorn, NE

I had a sudden nosebleed and started having clumps of blood in my mouth. Life Alert answered my pressing the alert button immediately and had the ambulance and fire trucks here within 5 to 10 minutes, and contacted all contact members. My nosebleed stopped and the EMTs checked me out to make sure everything was ok and I declined going to the hospital. My husband then arrived and was able to stay with me all day. I am recovering from a stroke I had on 9-2-12 and I’m on Coumadin and that was my alarm when clumps of blood starting coming in my mouth.

C. W., Sparks, NV

I became ill at 9:15 on 3/28/13 and was in bed. I tried to get to the bathroom, but couldn’t walk or stand. I was too dizzy, and having very bad diarrhea. I knelt on the side of the bed and called Life Alert. In detail, I told them where I had the hidden key. They were there immediately and they saved my life. I had gastroenteritis.

V. H., Irving, TX

I did not feel good that evening so I drank a ginger ale, which helped very little and pain just got worse. I got ready for bed and soon after that had severe pain on my left arm, neck and head. I was short of breath and dizzy so I got up and sat in my chair but pain did not change. I called for help with my Life Alert box. The person talked to me and got me the help I needed. Thank you.

L. R., Fountain Hill, PA

I was unable to use the telephone. The Life Alert operator was aware that I was not functioning well and sent the paramedics. I had an A-fib with a pulse rate of 183. After stabilizing me they took me to the hospital and there they found I was ill with a UTI. I only now have returned home after hospital and a rehab stay. Thank God for you.

G. P., Grandview, WA

I fell on my front porch, when I came too a woman was holding my head. It was covered in blood and the first thing I did was mash my Life Alert button. The next thing I remember, the ambulance was there and they were putting a neck brace on me. I was so happy that you sent someone and to know you hear that far away. My fall popped both my hearing aids out, so I could not hear you. Thank you.

O. C., Dalhart, TX

On April 5th, I tripped on a surfaced maple tree root while pushing a lawn fertilizer spreader. I fell, heavily on my left side and x-rays showed a severely bruised 3rd, rib and upper left side. I was unable to get up due to lack of upper arms strength. I am 85 ½ years old. I had to use my Life Alert button to summon local fire department and ambulance which took me to the hospital for x-rays and to determine the extent of the injury.

J. B., Kent, OH

My mother suddenly went limp, no pulse and too low of a blood pressure reading. We pushed the Life Alert button and someone was on immediately. The operator was so helpful. He stayed on the line with me the entire time, and said he’d gotten 911, and had given them all the info ahead of time. The best part was that he said he was going to call my siblings (all 3) and then my sister called right away. He even called them back a second time with an update. I can’t say enough good things about Life Alert and the man on the line with me. Thanks.

M. G., Lake Wales, FL

I fell in the bedroom and could not get up. I pushed the Life Alert button around my neck and a voice came on. A lady wanted to know what happened and I told her and she said that she would send help right away. The paramedics came and helped me get up and made sure I was alright. They were all very nice.

M. W., Pleasant Grove, AL

About a week ago I had a bad asthma attack. I was chocking and was unable to breath. Life Alert called the paramedics and they were at our place within 7 minutes. Life Alert stayed on the phone until help arrived. The operator on the line was very well trained. He was comforting me the whole time. I wouldn’t be without Life Alert. Thanks.

J. E., Tucson, AZ

My son fell out and started having seizures. I am 84 years old and didn’t know what to do. I couldn’t get to him because of hip surgery so I called Life Alert and the proper medical personnel came. Life Alert also contacted the children on the call list and let them know what hospital my son was going to. Life Alert personnel saved my life several times and now my son with their quick and accurate response. Thank you.

A. H., Tulsa, OK

I fell and was not injured but needed help getting up. My husband was here but couldn’t help me because he had a kidney transplant. Even though my husband was here Life Alert stayed on the line and kept checking on me until EMS arrived. Good job and thank you.

S. B., California, PA

Twice in less than 2 weeks Life Alert was needed for a series of mini strokes and seizures. Both times family members were alerted along with follow up once the patient was in ER. The response was quick and thorough. The family greatly appreciates the care shown in this situation. Thank you.

M. T., Clifton Park, NY

My heart was going bananas, it scared me. Paramedics came quickly. The lady at Life Alert was very sweet and kind. Paramedics took a cardiogram, pressure and asked me questions. I had stopped taking pressure medication and she told me to get back on them and continue, which I have. Heart not bad, just irregular heart beat. I am A-ok now. Thank you.

E. H., Doraville, GA

My mother fell and hit her head and we found her unconscious. My husband pushed the Life Alert button and called 911 at the same time. The Life Alert operator was a great help, she helped keep us calm and told us what to do, and when my mom started to become a little conscious the operator was telling her to stay still and wait for the ambulance. She also gave the ambulance personnel all the information they needed about mom. She stayed on the line the entire time with us. My mom ended up with a brain injury from the fall and spent 2 ½ weeks in the hospital and at the rehab. She is still healing, but is doing a lot better. We would recommend Life Alert to anyone. Thanks to the operator that helped us.

F. M., New Bern, NC

I found my mother on the floor in her bedroom. She fainted due to low blood pressure and wasn’t moving. I pressed the Life Alert button on her necklace and asked for help. She also complained of chest pains. The Life Alert person assured me help was on the way and would inform EMS about the chest pains. Help arrived quickly and took my mother to the hospital. I was grateful for the help. Thank you.

R. F., Fountain Hills, AZ

I was feeling as though I might be starting to have a heart attack or stroke and was very afraid. I live alone so I pushed my Life Alert pendant button and I was so happy to hear that comforting voice. The person helped to calm me down and stayed on the phone with me until an ambulance and paramedics came and took over and helped me. Thank you so much for being there with me.

H. H., Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

I am 91 years old, live alone, and feel very safe wearing my Life Alert button. On that certain night at 11:30 p.m., I was suffering very painfully from a bladder infection. The Life Alert operator stayed with me on the recorder until emergency arrived. She also notified my family and neighbor. All was greatly appreciated and I felt safe. I have recommended Life Alert to friends.

G. S., Columbus, OH

New Year’s eve, I experienced weakness as I was getting up to use the bathroom. I did fall and called Life Alert. They arrived and helped me back into my wheelchair; I was not hurt, so I thanked them and they left. I proceed to the bathroom and just as they closed the front door, I fell again. This time I was in the bathroom. I called them back and they returned and I was taken to the hospital and admitted. Thank you for the help.

W. K., Brooklyn, NY

I fell on my kitchen floor and nothing to pull myself up to my knees or feet. I punched my Life Alert button that I wear at all times around my neck. Help was here in a very short time. They were very courteous and checked my vital signs, and asked me questions about myself. I was lucid. Thanks.

E. G., Weldon, CA

I fell that Saturday in the morning on the 6th of April and could not get up. I pushed the Life Alert button on the chain around my neck. I told them I fell and couldn’t get up and where the front door key was hidden. They were there right away and helped me up and got a cup of water I asked for. When leaving they put the key in an envelope and back in the hidden spot. I was very impressed. My daughter is paying for this and said that it works like they told her it would. That is great and we are very pleased with Life Alert.

B. S., San Angelo, TX

I take 3 blood pressure medications and sometimes experience a little “light-headiness”. This problem normally doesn’t last long or happen very often. On this particular occasion, however, I awoke feeling extremely “light-headed”, and was afraid of falling, if I stayed up. I contacted Life Alert and several local paramedics arrived shortly to take me to the emergency room at the local hospital.

R. P., Schaumburg, IL

I experienced a fall, and found myself on the kitchen floor and could not get up. I use a cane. Everybody came, medical and family members, I was not hurt and I did not faint. My blood pressure was normal for me and all was ok. I was asked if I wanted to go to the hospital and I said it was not necessary. I was not hurt. I am 86 and always careful. P.S. the person on the phone is always so nice.

M. Z., Roselle, NJ

My 85 year old mother fell in the house and broke her right leg. After pushing the Life Alert button, the emergency unit arrived in minutes. Life Alert also called me immediately after notifying emergency responders. I was able to notify a family member who was able to be at the hospital ER when she arrived. Thanks.

O. T., Fraser, MI

I had a stroke, pressed the Life Alert help button and the ambulance was here within a few minutes. They took me to the hospital and I was well taken care of. I appreciate all that you did. Thank you all so very much for the wonderful help.

M. R., South San Francisco, CA

Mom was suffering from severe back pain and could not get to a sitting position from lying down in bed. She needed to get her pain medication, so she pressed her Life Alert button. Paramedics came and assisted her. No transport. Thank you.

L. R., Whittier, CA

I fell, hit my bedroom door, and had a bloody nose. I was unconscious for a few seconds. My next door neighbor was with me, so she pressed my Life Alert necklace. The paramedics arrived and transported me to the hospital. Thank you, Life Alert.

H. C., Spokane, WA

I fell and hit my head and body into a wall and door frame at the end of the hall. This resulted in a concussion, broken ribs on the left side and a broken foot (left one). As soon as I pushed my Life Alert button someone answered and got me help.

S. K., Sidney, OH

I had severe pains in my back with loss of breath. I went outside to get cool air and the ambulance was here, and they took me to the hospital. Life Alert helped me by getting the ambulance so quickly. Thank you for the speed.

J. V., Kearney, NE

If I ever doubted having Life Alert before, well I do not now. My mother had chest pains and pushed her call button. An operator from Life Alert called me in another state to update me on her situation. I am her daughter and I provided Life Alert for her. I was able to get on an airplane the next morning to be with her. My mother had to use the Life Alert system at least 3 times. They were always prompt, courteous and I believed they saved her life. I take great comfort in knowing she received help immediately. I am a Life Alert convert.

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I am diabetic and I had a sudden drop of my glucose, and I slid off my kitchen chair onto the floor. I pushed my Life Alert button and in no time the rescue squad and my daughter and her husband were here. Life Alert stayed on the line keeping me informed. They are great. Thank you all so much.

J. W., Crystal Lake, IL

I fell on the right side, twisted my ankle, and hurt my knee and wrist. The ankle remained painful, so I got on my bed and slept 2 hours. Then I awoke and I had horrendous pain in my right thigh and my foot was icy cold. I called Life Alert because I thought I was having a blood clot in my thigh. My blood pressure jumped to 198/105, so paramedics took me to the ER. The pain subsided and blood pressure dropped to normal. X-rays were all negative.

A.M., Denton, TX

Life Alert reacts very fast and courteous. On the day of Palm Sunday, I passed out and fell, when I regained consciousness I pushed the button of my Life Alert and they came really fast. After they checked me out, they took me to the hospital in an ambulance for further checkups by doctors. I’m so glad and grateful for their fast reaction. Thank you.

R. W., Clermont, FL

When mom was not answering her phone we needed someone to check on her. We called Life Alert and we called her neighbor who has her keys. When they got there, mom had fallen. Life Alert sent an ambulance and the police. Whenever there was a situation Life Alert was always available until help arrived or the situation was confirmed ok. Thank you.

M. G., Brooklyn, NY