Everyday Tech That Gets You Help Fast

It's shocking how quickly things can turn. In the blink of an eye, your life has been upended due to one little incident. Be it an accident, a health issue arising, or a crash when driving home from work. All it takes is for one small thing to happen, and suddenly you're following a different path than you expected. And when these incidents occur, you need help. There's no denying that. But if you're too far from your home to call emergency services, how do you get the help you need?

Personal Medical Alarms

A personal medical alarm is perfect for reaching out for help when you can't use a phone to contact anyone. One press on the alarm connects you to trained operators who can get you the help you need—be it contacting family, friends, or neighbors, or calling the emergency services.

They're not the bulky hospital-style pendants you're probably imagining; modern devices are light, waterproof, and connect through Wi-Fi or cellular networks. You can wear them while you work, in the shower, or while walking the dog. The system stays active 24/7, too, and you can simply forget it’s there until you need it.

Home Panic Buttons

Not everyone wants to wear the tech that can help them, and that's fine. This is where panic buttons for your home come into the picture. Fixed buttons in place in your home connect directly to emergency responders or pre-set contacts. They're placed where the problems usually happen—kitchen, garage, bathroom, or where you feel they'll be best utilised.

You simply hit the button, speak through a built-in mic, and stay on alert until help arrives. It's that simple. Whether you're living with reduced mobility, a serious health condition, or just need added peace of mind, home panic buttons are a great safety tech item to utilise.

Voice Assistants

The key to using voice assistants is to make sure they're set up for emergencies. They can carry out the alerts for you simply by requesting them to. These devices are capable of much more than simply telling you the weather forecast or playing your favorite music while you wash the dishes. You can link them to contact emergency services or set them to flash as a signal to get you help.

If you fall, burn yourself, or panic during a medical episode, you can use your voice-assisted devices by giving a simple command, and you get the help you need with nothing more than your words.

Smart Wearables

A bit like a personal emergency button, your smart wearables can help you when you need them. These days, most devices detect changes in heart rate and irregular rhythm or can sense heavy falls. And when something unusual happens, they vibrate or flash to check if you're okay, and if not, they send an alert (please check your devices for these added features, as they're not all as standard).

This alert can deliver live data to your location. It's instant, private, and does not require extra setup once activated. It's perfect for joggers who need assistance when out for accidents or safety reasons, cyclists, people who work outdoors, or just about anyone.