Medical Alert System for Seniors
Preserving Freedom with a Reliable Safety Net

Medical Alert System for Seniors
Preserving Freedom with a Reliable Safety Net

Medical Alert System for Seniors
Preserving Freedom with a Reliable Safety Net

Medical Alert System for Seniors
Preserving Freedom with a Reliable Safety Net

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Medical Alert System for Seniors
Preserving Freedom with a Reliable Safety Net

Medical Alert System for Seniors
Preserving Freedom with a Reliable Safety Net

Medical Alert System for Seniors
Preserving Freedom with a Reliable Safety Net

Medical Alert System for Seniors
Preserving Freedom with a Reliable Safety Net

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Trusted by families. Chosen by older adults. LifeStation delivers medical alert systems designed for real emergencies—backed by clear pricing, nationwide coverage, and fast access to help when it matters most.

Not all medical alert systems are built for seniors—or for real-world emergencies. LifeStation medical alert systems are intentionally simple, easy to wear, and quick to use, connecting seniors directly to trained emergency response specialists at the push of a button. Every device is supported by a professionally staffed, U.S.-based monitoring center available 24/7.

LifeStation offers both in-home and mobile medical alert systems, giving seniors reliable protection whether they’re at home or on the go. Using a secure cellular network, the system stays connected even without a nearby phone. Features like automatic fall detection, GPS location tracking, and lightweight wearable devices are designed around how older adults actually live—providing safety without complexity.

Choosing a medical alert system is about more than a button—it’s about trust, reliability, and response time. With LifeStation, families can add emergency contacts, access location information when needed, and feel confident knowing help is always within reach. Protection is immediate, intuitive, and built to deliver peace of mind for seniors and the people who care about them.

Trusted by families. Chosen by older adults. LifeStation delivers medical alert systems designed for real emergencies—backed by clear pricing, nationwide coverage, and fast access to help when it matters most.

Not all medical alert systems are built for seniors—or for real-world emergencies. LifeStation medical alert systems are intentionally simple, easy to wear, and quick to use, connecting seniors directly to trained emergency response specialists at the push of a button. Every device is supported by a professionally staffed, U.S.-based monitoring center available 24/7.

LifeStation offers both in-home and mobile medical alert systems, giving seniors reliable protection whether they’re at home or on the go. Using a secure cellular network, the system stays connected even without a nearby phone. Features like automatic fall detection, GPS location tracking, and lightweight wearable devices are designed around how older adults actually live—providing safety without complexity.

Choosing a medical alert system is about more than a button—it’s about trust, reliability, and response time. With LifeStation, families can add emergency contacts, access location information when needed, and feel confident knowing help is always within reach. Protection is immediate, intuitive, and built to deliver peace of mind for seniors and the people who care about them.

Trusted by families. Chosen by older adults. LifeStation delivers medical alert systems designed for real emergencies—backed by clear pricing, nationwide coverage, and fast access to help when it matters most.

Not all medical alert systems are built for seniors—or for real-world emergencies. LifeStation medical alert systems are intentionally simple, easy to wear, and quick to use, connecting seniors directly to trained emergency response specialists at the push of a button. Every device is supported by a professionally staffed, U.S.-based monitoring center available 24/7.

LifeStation offers both in-home and mobile medical alert systems, giving seniors reliable protection whether they’re at home or on the go. Using a secure cellular network, the system stays connected even without a nearby phone. Features like automatic fall detection, GPS location tracking, and lightweight wearable devices are designed around how older adults actually live—providing safety without complexity.

Choosing a medical alert system is about more than a button—it’s about trust, reliability, and response time. With LifeStation, families can add emergency contacts, access location information when needed, and feel confident knowing help is always within reach. Protection is immediate, intuitive, and built to deliver peace of mind for seniors and the people who care about them.

Trusted by families. Chosen by older adults. LifeStation delivers medical alert systems designed for real emergencies—backed by clear pricing, nationwide coverage, and fast access to help when it matters most.

Not all medical alert systems are built for seniors—or for real-world emergencies. LifeStation medical alert systems are intentionally simple, easy to wear, and quick to use, connecting seniors directly to trained emergency response specialists at the push of a button. Every device is supported by a professionally staffed, U.S.-based monitoring center available 24/7.

LifeStation offers both in-home and mobile medical alert systems, giving seniors reliable protection whether they’re at home or on the go. Using a secure cellular network, the system stays connected even without a nearby phone. Features like automatic fall detection, GPS location tracking, and lightweight wearable devices are designed around how older adults actually live—providing safety without complexity.

Choosing a medical alert system is about more than a button—it’s about trust, reliability, and response time. With LifeStation, families can add emergency contacts, access location information when needed, and feel confident knowing help is always within reach. Protection is immediate, intuitive, and built to deliver peace of mind for seniors and the people who care about them.

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Small, Lightweight, Mobile

Fall Detection sensor notifies us when a fall occurs. Monitoring center specialists contact you right away.¹

With our proprietary algorithm utilizing GPS and WiFi, Mobile LTE provides the most accurate location information available.

Comfortably wear in the shower for 24/7 protection, but don’t submerge.

Sidekick front

At just 1.4 ounces, our lightweight Sidekick unit allows you go to out and about without feeling weighed down.

The AT&T 4G LTE network is the most powerful nationwide service available, allowing us to monitor anywhere in the US.

Easily test the system with a button right on your Sidekick device. Have confidence at all times, knowing you’re ready for any emergency.

Fall Detection sensor notifies us when a fall occurs. Monitoring center specialists contact you right away.¹

With our proprietary algorithm utilizing GPS and WiFi, Mobile LTE provides the most accurate location information available.

Comfortably wear in the shower for 24/7 protection, but don’t submerge.

At just 1.4 ounces, our lightweight Sidekick unit allows you go to out and about without feeling weighed down.

The AT&T 4G LTE network is the most powerful nationwide service available, allowing us to monitor anywhere in the US.

Easily test the system with a button right on your Sidekick device. Have confidence at all times, knowing you’re ready for any emergency.

How It Works

Press your device's help button
We answer your call in seconds
Quickly assess the situation
Help is on the way

Fast, Reliable Help In Any Emergency

Peace of mind with best in class service and experience

24/7 US-Based Monitoring

With monitoring centers in New Jersey and Texas, our certified care specialists are always on call for any medical alert emergency.
30 Day Money-Back Guarantee

Try our Sidekick mobile medical alert system for 30 days. If you’re not satisfied, send back your system and we’ll issue a full refund.
Fastest Response Time

You get one of the fastest response times in the medical alert industry 24/7 from our TMA award-winning, UL-listed, CSAA Five Diamond senior alert monitoring center.

24/7 US-Based Monitoring

With monitoring centers in New Jersey and Texas, our certified care specialists are always on call for any medical alert emergency.

30 Day Money-Back Guarantee

Try our Sidekick mobile medical alert system for 30 days. If you’re not satisfied, send back your system and we’ll issue a full refund.

Fastest Response Time

You get one of the fastest response times in the medical alert industry 24/7 from our TMA award-winning, UL-listed, CSAA Five Diamond senior alert monitoring center.

Why LifeStation?

Committment to care, innovation, and reliability

Location Targeting

Faster, more reliable positioning

Medical alert systems for seniors must perform consistently across everyday scenarios. LifeStation designs each system to support clear communication, fast response, and ease of use under stress. That means fewer decisions in critical moments, not more.

The mobile system responds to a single press with no scrolls, screens, or toggles. Each wearable device connects directly to our monitoring center through a secure cellular network. Emergency responders receive the call, emergency contacts are notified, and the system continues running even during local outages.

Battery life averages 4 to 5 days depending on use. The home system includes a backup power source for in-home coverage during storms or disconnections. Many medical alert systems rely on third-party routing. LifeStation uses a fully monitored system with trained agents and direct response handling for every emergency call.

Caregivers prefer LifeStation because they can access real-time status updates, confirm system activity, and coordinate care across devices. That level of visibility is built into every plan. For seniors and their families, this is the right medical alert system because it works cleanly, communicates clearly, and holds up when pressure rises.

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Fall Detection

Protection when you can't press the button

Falls are one of the leading causes of injury among older adults. For seniors who live independently or spend time alone at home, a fall detection device adds an additional layer of safety that works without added steps or decisions.

LifeStation uses fall detection technology calibrated to recognize impact and movement patterns that signal a possible fall. When triggered, the system sends an emergency alert directly to the monitoring center. Automatic fall detection is available with both at home systems and on the go systems, and can be added to mobile devices worn as pendants or wristbands.

This feature benefits seniors with chronic medical conditions, slower reflexes, or hearing impairment, where time and clarity matter. The system alerts emergency personnel without needing the wearer to speak, navigate a menu, or find their phone. Fall protection like this is often recommended by physicians and is available as part of several LifeStation protection plans.

Elderly woman on the floor reaching for her cane after a fall, emphasizing the importance of medical alert systems for quick assistance.

Find my Loved One

The Best Medical Alert Systems Easily Find My Loved One

When someone doesn’t arrive on time or misses a check-in, it can shift from mild concern to emergency in minutes. LifeStation’s Find My Loved One feature gives approved emergency contacts instant access to the user’s exact location by simply sending a text.

This GPS-enabled tool shows real-time updates using the same connection as the mobile medical alert system. Location tracking is powered by a secure cellular network and works whether the user is in their own neighborhood or miles away. Caregivers can check the mobile app, view movement history, and take action before a small delay becomes a serious issue.

The feature is part of a system that balances independence with oversight. Family members don’t need to be physically present or constantly checking in. Instead, they have visibility when it matters. Many medical alert systems stop at a button press. LifeStation extends protection by helping families stay informed without interrupting routines.

Person using a smartphone to track a location on a map, illustrating GPS tracking capabilities of medical alert systems.

When Every Second Counts

How Medical Alert Systems Work

Medical alert systems work best when there’s no guesswork. When the emergency alert button is pressed or when fall detection is triggered, the system immediately connects to LifeStation’s monitoring center. Two-way communication opens in seconds. According to your personal response plan, the next steps will be taken based on what you have decided beforehand.

Unlike basic devices, this is a fully monitored system which works even when the user can’t explain the problem. Location data is shared with first responders using GPS tracking. Medical information saved in the system is passed to emergency personnel, allowing for faster, more informed care on arrival.

The alert system works through a secure cellular network and includes both at home and on the go coverage. Each call follows a standard response protocol tested during setup, and the base unit stays connected during power loss. From the first signal to live emergency services coordination, the system functions clearly, quickly, and without added decisions.

Team of operators with headsets monitoring medical alert systems, ensuring rapid response for emergencies.

Specifications

With LifeStation Sidekick, you get 24/7/365 protection anywhere nationwide.

This compact, fully mobile system runs on AT&T’s cellular network, the fastest & most reliable LTE system nationwide, and uses our TMA award-winning monitoring center to get help as fast as possible.

LifeStation Sidekick gives you with the following innovative features:

Award-Winning Senior Monitoring
Powerful Speaker
Sensitive Microphone
Nationwide Cellular Coverage
Enhanced Location Services
Extended Battery Life
Waterproof
Works with Amazon Alexa
Fall Detection and Lockbox (Optional Add-Ons)

Cellular
- 3G: Bands 2,4,5
- LTE CAT1: Bands 2, 4, 12
Over-The-Air (OTA) Device Firmware Updates
Location Technology
- GPS (GPS & International GNSS)
- WiFi
Usability & Accessibility
- Loud, Clear Speaker
- Sensitive Microphone
- Dedicated Test Button
Accelerometer Based Fall Detection
Intuitive User Experience Allows for Easily Cancellable Alarm with Voice Prompts
Haptic Feedback – Vibration Motor
Available Attachments: Lanyard, Belt Clip, Wristband, Armband (subject to MOQ)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the battery last between charges?

LifeStation’s mobile alert devices run for up to 5 days on a single charge. In-home systems include a backup battery that continues coverage during power outages.

What makes this system easier for families to manage?

Location updates are viewable via a simple text. Family members can check device status, confirm GPS connection, and receive notifications during an emergency without having to call or guess.

Can I test the system before relying on it?

Yes. Every device has a help button that is pressed for testing. We also recommend placing a live test call to the monitoring center after setup. This confirms speaker clarity and signal strength under real conditions.

Does the system work when the user is away from home?

Yes. LifeStation’s mobile alert systems use GPS and a secure cellular network to maintain coverage while walking, driving, or running errands.

How is this different from basic alert systems?

LifeStation uses a fully monitored response system. That means real-time voice connection, automatic location sharing, and emergency support coordinated by trained operators. It’s built for people who expect more than just a button.

Can more than one family member stay updated during an emergency?

Yes. Multiple emergency contacts can be added to the system. Each receives notifications during an incident, and approved family members can view real-time location updates through the text service.

What happens if the user can’t speak during an emergency?

The system still connects to the monitoring center. Operators are trained to recognize silent calls. They follow your preset plan and either contact a loved one or the emergency services based on your prior choice.

How quickly does the system respond after the button is pressed?

Calls are typically answered within seconds. The connection opens through two-way communication.

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