Are you feeling unsteady on your feet or a little lost because you live alone? With an emergency call bracelet for seniors, you can make an emergency call in critical situations. Some devices, like the One Button Phone, also offer additional features. We find the fall detection and pedometer particularly useful. Vital signs monitoring is also a real plus for seniors. Learn more here about choosing and using an emergency call bracelet – it could be a lifesaver!

Tip 1: Choose the right device

It's important that the emergency call bracelet for seniors fits the wearer and meets their personal needs. Only then will it be helpful. So don't just buy any device, but specifically look for a model that truly addresses all your particular requirements. You can pay attention to the following criteria, among others:

• Device type: Simple emergency call bracelets with an emergency button are straightforward and inexpensive. However, many devices lack useful additional functions. Often, they can't even display the time. But if you're already wearing an SOS button on your wrist, it would be practical if it could do more. Modern smartwatches, however, are often too complicated. Instead, you could opt for a one-button phone.
• Features: Since additional features can be quite useful, they play an important role in the purchasing decision. An emergency call bracelet for seniors can score points if it offers fall detection, GPS tracking, and a pedometer. The ability to measure vital signs is also very interesting for many seniors.
• Ease of Use: Since an emergency call bracelet for seniors should primarily provide reliable service in emergencies, its operation must not be too complicated. If you are under a lot of stress, you certainly don't want to have to press a combination of buttons to make an emergency call. Devices with very simple and clear operation are much better. With the One Button Phone, for example, you only need a single button!

Tip 2: Check for senior-friendliness

We've already discussed usability. Since it plays a crucial role in making the device suitable for seniors, we'd like to mention it again here. It's not just about how easy the device is to operate, but also how complicated or simple the setup is. With the One Button Phone, you can set it up using the accompanying family app. This app needs to be installed on a smartphone and can then be used, for example, to enter emergency contacts.

If you feel you're not up to the task because you're not comfortable with the new technology, it's best to ask a family member. They can then set it up for you. Once it's complete, the One Button Phone can be used entirely without the app! So it doesn't matter at all if you're not familiar with smartphones.

The family app isn't just helpful for setup. It also allows remote monitoring by a family member, which is another advantage for seniors. For example, your location can be displayed via the app. The results of blood pressure and pulse measurements taken by the One Button Phone are also recorded there. Of course, you have a right to your privacy and can decide for yourself who has access to your location and health data.

Last but not least, being senior-friendly also means comfort and practicality for everyday use. A senior emergency call bracelet should be easy to put on and take off. A comfortable feel is also a plus.

Tip 3: Thoroughly test the emergency call bracelet for seniors

If you've decided on a senior emergency call bracelet based on our previous tips, you should take the time to thoroughly test the device and its functions. Set it up yourself or get help with it, and familiarize yourself with how to use it. Pay attention to the following points:

• How do I make an emergency call?
• How do I charge the device and how often do I need to do so?
• Is the mobile connection working?

Moreover, you can try out at your own pace how the available additional functions can enrich your everyday life. The One Button Phone offers a whole range of extras. For example, it counts your daily steps or measures your blood pressure and pulse.

Conveniently, we offer a 30-day money-back guarantee for the One Button Phone, allowing you to explore and test all its features . If you find the device unsuitable or don't see any added value in your daily life, we'll take it back within the 30-day period and refund the purchase price.

Because of its simple operation and senior-friendly features, we find that hard to imagine. Just try it out for yourself.

Tip 4: Specify your emergency contacts

To ensure you can successfully make an emergency call with your bracelet, you must specify at least one emergency contact. Choosing the right person isn't always easy. First and foremost, you should trust this person completely. Being readily available is also important.

Someone who can't answer their phone for hours every day is therefore rather unsuitable. However, you can't assume that a single person is available around the clock for an emergency. So, ideally, you should designate more than one contact. The emergency call bracelet for seniors must be designed for this. Some devices allow for a call cascade, where contacts are dialed one after the other. When someone answers, the cascade is interrupted. Naturally, the One Button Phone offers this feature!

Of course, you could simply specify 112 as your emergency contact. However, every emergency call would then be immediately forwarded to the emergency call center. So, if you press the button once when you're panicking or simply don't know what to do, but don't actually need medical help, it can be quite frustrating.

Therefore, think carefully beforehand about how you intend to use the device. Do you only need it for life-threatening situations, or do you also want to receive quick help if, for example, you are lost or locked out?

Tip 5: Keep emergency contacts up to date

Things don't always go smoothly: It can certainly happen that you designate an emergency contact who ultimately can't help you because they're far too busy themselves. Perhaps your initial contact becomes ill or moves, moving too far away. In such cases, you need a new contact quickly! Take care of this and update the numbers in your call chain. After all, the emergency call bracelet for seniors is only helpful if you can actually reach someone when you make an emergency call.

Tip 6: Actually wear your senior emergency call bracelet

Imagine you've bought an emergency call bracelet for seniors, but most of the time it sits unused in your drawer, perhaps not even charged. You feel fit and safe, so you don't see any need to wear it. Then, of all times, it happens: you slip on the freshly mopped kitchen floor and can't get up. The bracelet is far away. Your landline is also out of reach. To prevent such scenarios, you should integrate the bracelet into your daily routine from the start and wear it as much as possible.

• Integrate the senior emergency call bracelet into your morning routine and put it on immediately after waking up. For example, you can place it on your bedside table and put it on first thing in the morning. After a few days, this should become second nature.
• You'll definitely prefer wearing a comfortable watch that fits perfectly. An adjustable bracelet greatly enhances comfort. Plus, you can easily adjust it if your wrists swell slightly, which can happen quickly in hot weather.
• You might also want to wear the bracelet at night. Perhaps you're afraid of falling out of bed or tripping while using the toilet. In that case, simply leave it on while you sleep. However, you need to make sure the device has sufficient battery power. If so, it might be a good idea to get two bracelets. Wear one during the day and one at night, while the other charges in between.
• Practicality for everyday use also includes an appealing design. We think the One Button Phone doesn't look like an emergency bracelet at all, but rather like a stylish digital watch.

Tip 7: Use the settings options

Individual settings allow you to customize the emergency call bracelet for seniors to your needs. This starts with selecting your emergency contacts. Devices that offer fall detection are particularly practical. The One Button Phone has special sensors that register falls. It then sounds an alarm and places an emergency call. This can save your life! After all, if you are unresponsive, you can't press the SOS button yourself.

If you don't want emergency calls to be made automatically, you can deactivate fall detection on the One Button Phone . You can also adjust the sensitivity. If you're a very active person, the sensors might trigger far too early. Thanks to the settings options, this can be prevented on the One Button Phone!

Tip 8: Don't forget to charge!

The emergency call bracelet for seniors won't work without power. Since you wear it on your wrist, it can't be constantly plugged in. That's why these small devices are equipped with a battery, the lifespan of which varies depending on the model and usage. With the One Button Phone, a single charge can last up to four days! However, if you keep GPS constantly activated and make a lot of calls, the battery will run out faster. To help you remember to charge it and make the process as convenient as possible, we've put together these tips for you:

• The right cable length: The more convenient and less cumbersome the charging process, the more likely you are to regularly plug the device into the mains. Therefore, choose a cable of the right length so that you can comfortably place the device down while it charges.
• The ideal charging contact: Many small electronic devices are charged via USB cables. For a device as small as a senior citizen's emergency call bracelet, a micro-USB port is often chosen. While this is nice and small, it makes inserting the cable a real fiddly business. A magnetic charging contact is better – like the one used on the One Button Phone!
• A designated charging spot: Find a specific place to leave your senior emergency call bracelet in the evening. Ideally, it would also charge automatically there. For this, we recommend the stylish charging stations for the One Button Phone. Simply place the device on the station, and it will begin charging.
• Set a reminder: A reminder can let you know when it's time to charge the device again. The One Button Phone also displays the battery level in the app. Perhaps you could ask a family member to install the app and remind you to charge the One Button Phone when the battery is low.

Tip 9: Combine your emergency bracelet with other safety precautions

With a senior citizen's emergency call bracelet, you can request help when needed, allowing you to often remain largely independent in your own home even in old age. Of course, the bracelet cannot solve all problems, but rather forms one of several important pillars for greater safety in old age. In combination with other measures, it creates an effective safety net.

For example, you can prepare a medical emergency card. This can be done digitally on your smartphone or in a paper version. Simply print the card and fill in your information. This gives emergency responders a quick overview of your general health and any pre-existing conditions. If you become disoriented or even unconscious, the team can react quickly.

You can also create additional safety by making your home accessible and suitable for seniors. A walk-in shower, a raised toilet seat, grab bars on the walls, and removing tripping hazards reduce the risk of falls. Don't forget another important aspect: ensure your home is well-lit so you don't have to wander around in the dark at night. In some areas, motion detectors might even be useful, so the lights switch on automatically.

If necessary, you should not forgo using aids such as a walking stick or a rollator. These also reduce the risk of falls and allow you to move around more safely at home and on the go. You remain mobile and can continue to participate actively in life.

For your health and safety, you should also ensure that you take your medication regularly. A special medication box helps with sorting and organization. This way, you can see at a glance whether you've already taken your dose for the day or not. You can also set an alarm to remind you to take your medication. This is also possible with the One Button Phone!