For those new to smartphones, the Jitterbug Smart4 is an intuitive entry point. With its simplified menus, voice commands, and optional safety features, it’s one of our favorite smartphones for older ...

Across all systems, Medical Guardian answered our test calls in an average of eight seconds, giving them the fastest response times we’ve tested. Medical Guardian systems cost slightly more than ...

Safe Step walk-in tubs combine safety and comfort, making them a great addition to any bathroom. In terms of cost, you can expect to pay anywhere from $2,500-$8,000 (plus installation) for a Safe Step ...

As of 2024, roughly 88 percent of U.S. adults ages 65 and older use the internet. No matter how you slice it, internet access is important for older adults, be it for social connection, healthcare ...

Although widely known, Life Alert is one of the most expensive medical alert systems on the market, starting at $49.95 per month, plus activation fees. Unlike other medical alert companies, Life Alert ...

For people 55 and over, AT&T offers unlimited talk, text, and data plans for $40 per month per line; however, only Florida residents are eligible for these plans. For those who don’t live in Florida, ...

According to the CDC, 34.2 million Americans have diabetes, and unfortunately, the cost of the illness is high. Medical expenditures for people with diabetes are upwards of $9,600 per year. The same ...

Hearing loss can lead to increased feelings of isolation and decreased physical activity among older adults. An inability to hear makes it harder to keep up with your surroundings, leaving you unable ...

Lifeline medical alert systems performed well in our tests; however, the company charges higher-than-average prices for its devices. In this guide to Lifeline medical alert costs, we’ll look at the ...

While the major cellular carriers (Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile) charge upwards of $50 per month for their most basic plans, Consumer Cellular offers veritable bargains, starting at $20 per month for ...

Generally, we recommend Medical Alert over Life Alert for their low costs and no contracts. Medical Alert's pricing is less expensive whether you choose the monthly, semi-annual or annual plan.

ResponseNow offers mobile medical alerts with impressive battery life, making them a great option for active users.