Thanks to your support, we can maintain the website & offer special discounts, at no cost to you.<\/span><\/p>\nWho is LifeFone<\/h2>\n
LifeFone has been in the personal emergency response business since 1976 and has done a good job keeping up with the medical alert industry’s latest technology. LifeFone is headquartered in White Plains, NY and all of its representatives are based in the U.S. LifeFone has industry recognition by the National Council on Aging and National Institute of Senior Citizens. LifeFone claims to be recommended by most healthcare providers such as hospitals, in-home caregivers, geriatric care, and social workers. LifeFone owns and operates its primary medical alert monitoring center but backup centers are not company-owned. They do offer 24\/7 customer care so they can offer emergency care agents when you need them. LifeFone also provides caregiving tools such as apps, daily check-in calls, and location services. LifeFone boasts that their products help your aging loved one with their independence and safety, ensuring that they can age in place while giving you peace of mind. <\/p>\n
LifeFone Systems & Products<\/h2>\n
LifeFone has packages for traditional service and cellular, as well as fall detection, GPS, smartphone apps, and check-in services. Their customer care reps are available 24\/7 and their monitoring center is TMA Five Diamond Certified which is a plus. Lifefone has lots of positive customer reviews online. They offer competitive pricing with advance payment discounts and a price guarantee along with free shipping.<\/p>\n
There are six different medical alert system packages and one caregiver app that Lifefone offers:<\/p>\n
1. At-Home Landline with Optional Fall Detection:<\/strong> In-home traditional medical alert system that requires a landline and provides an automatic fall detection option. The range you can use your medical alarm pendant from the base station is 1,300 ft. and this medical alert system comes with a 32-hour backup battery in case your home ever loses power. LifeFone promotes their highly sensitive microphone which is perfect for anyone who may have a weak voice. <\/p>\n2. At-Home Cellular with Optional Fall Detection:<\/strong> In-home traditional medical alert system that does not require a landline. It works the same as the At-Home Landline system except instead of being connected to your telephone line, it works by using AT&T\u2019s cellular network. This system also provides a fall detection option.<\/p>\n3. At-Home & On-the-Go GPS, Voice in Pendant (VIP Active\u00ae<\/em>) & Optional Fall Detection:<\/strong> In-home and on-the-go coverage that does not require a landline and includes a premium mobile device that features two-way call response voice technology. The voice-in pendant system is water-resistant and can be worn in the shower or bath. The latest system utilizes the LTE network and will work anywhere in the US using LifeFone provided AT&T cellular service. The latest model has a long-lasting battery for up to 30 days. <\/p>\n4. At-Home & On-the-Go, VIPx\u00ae & Optional Fall Detection:<\/strong>This relatively <\/span>new option from LifeFone is a small and light weight medical alert device. It offers two-way voice technology built into the small pendant and it includes both GPS tracking and optional fall detection protection. You can use the VIPx\u00ae on the go (with the help of Verizon or AT&T LTE cellular services) or inside your home. There are no additional cellular fees when using this system. The pendant comes in three stylish colors and will last up to 16 days on a full charge! It is water-resistant and can be used with LifeFone\u2019s VIPx\u00ae Caregiver Mobile App (an add-on feature that gives real-time data to loved ones with the app). <\/p>\n5. At-Home & On-the-Go, VIP Flex & Optional Fall Detection: <\/strong>This brand new offering from LifeFone is their smallest and most powerful medical alert device. The VIP Flex can be worn on a belt clip, on a wristband or on a necklace. You can use the VIP Flex on the go Nationwide (with the help of Verizon or AT&T LTE cellular services) or inside your home. Simply press the button when you need help, and LifeFone can immediately identify your location and will have your personal Emergency Care Instructions ready to implement. There are no additional cellular fees when using this system. The VIP Flex\u2019s battery will last up to 5 days and it is water-resistant.<\/span><\/p>\n6. Safe Watch Active\u00ae<\/em><\/strong>: This new product offering from LifeFone features an easy-to-use smartwatch, perfect for active seniors. The smartwatch includes a connection to emergency help, a heart rate monitor, a step tracker, a weather report, and a low battery warning. The watch has a powerful two-way speaker that will connect you quickly to LifeFone\u2019s care team. Like the previous systems, it runs off AT&T\u2019s LTE cellular service. You can use the Safe Watch Active\u00ae<\/em> smartwatch nationwide. There is an option to add automatic fall detection for an additional monthly cost.<\/span><\/p>\nLifeFone Caregiver Tools<\/h2>\n
VIPx\u00ae Caregiver Mobile App:<\/strong> This app works with the VIPx\u00ae and includes location tracking of your loved one, activity monitoring (tracking steps, etc.), sends an alert when motion is first detected daily and it can help find your VIPx\u00ae device if it is misplaced.<\/p>\nLifeFone Activity Assurance:<\/strong> As an add-on service for LifeFone\u2019s At Home Landline and At Home Cellular systems, you can request a daily check-in with LifeFone\u2019s call center. The base unit will send out a beep at a specified time each day (you pick the time). The user will press a button on their base unit to turn off the alert and let the emergency response team know they are home and OK. If there is no response within 15 minutes, a call is placed to the subscriber and their emergency plan is put into place. It is recommended to have a lock box at your home if you take advantage of this service, so the emergency response team can have easy access to your home. This service is an additional $6 per month.LifeFone Daily Check-in Call:<\/strong> This is similar to activity assurance, except you will get a call from the LifeFone call center every day with a reminder of your choice. It could be a medication reminder, or just simply to check on you to see how you are feeling each day. All LifeFone subscribers are eligible for this caregiver tool for an additional cost of $19 per month.<\/p>\nLifeFone Location Service:<\/strong> If you have the At Home & On-the-Go GPS system, you are eligible for the location services. It allows your caregiver to know the exact location of your medical alert device. The cost is $9 per month and includes up to 30 location requests per month.<\/p>\nMedical Alert Lock Box: <\/strong>You can purchase a LifeFone Hanging Lock Box with any system for a one-time charge of $29.95. This is a hanging lock box that houses your home key with a lock box code. This gives emergency response quick and easy access to your home.<\/p>\nHow LifeFone Works<\/h2>\n
LifeFone’s in-home residential emergency detection systems let you summon help by simply pressing your wearable medical alert button and connecting to the base station to communicate your emergency with LifeFone\u2019s trained emergency response team. If you choose a pendent with automatic fall detection, it will attempt to sense when a fall has happened and will contact the monitoring center for you. The On-the-Go systems work the same way as the in-home device except you can speak directly through the pendant instead of utilizing the base station.<\/p>\n
LifeFone’s Key Features<\/h2>\n
\u2022 No-long term contracts\u2022 30-day money-back guarantee\u2022 Cellular in-home options\u2022 TMA Five Dimond monitoring center\u2022 Advanced payment discounts\u2022 Caregiving tool add-ons<\/p>\n
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LifeFone Cost & Fees<\/h2>\n
\n\n\n\n Cost For Equipment<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n Cost Per Month<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n Monitoring Agreement Term<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n Repairs or Replacement Charges<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n Ordering & Shipping<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n\n\n\n Free equipment with no activation or shipping charges<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n The starting costs for LifeFone’s monthly services are $24.95 per month when paid annually.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Cancel at any time and receive refund of any unused, prepaid service with the return of the equipment.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n None, replacements shipped free, there is a $39.95 charge is you lose the standard button and a $90 charge for a lost fall detection button. You can purchase a LifeFone protection plan for $5.00 a month.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Same day if order received by 3:00 PM EST. Typical 3-5 day delivery. Expedited shipping options are available for an additional charge.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\nLifeFone’s monthly fees are competitive in the medical alert marketplace especially when you consider their advanced payment discounts and ongoing promotions. There are no equipment fees and no long-term commitment to try LifeFone, plus they have a 30-day money-back guarantee. Plus, they have a price lock guarantee that the price will not increase. You can cancel their services anytime and only pay for the time that you have used. Every LifeFone product is backed by a lifetime warranty with no charge for replacements. Check their site often for special offers like one month free when paying annually. With LifeFone’s many medical alert options, it’s easy to find one that fits into your price range. <\/p>\n You can also add automatic fall detection to most of their systems, including the Safe Watch Active\u00ae, ranging from an additional $5.00 to $10.00 per month. LifeFone\u2019s additional features you can add at check-out include: the LifeFone Protection Plan for an additional $5.00 per month, Daily Check-In service for $19.00 per month and Activity Assurance for an additional $6.00 per month. <\/p>\n \n\n\n\n At-Home Landline<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n At-Home Cellular<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n At-Home & On-the-Go GPS, VIP Active\u00ae<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n <\/span>VIPx\u00ae Mobile Alert Device<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n VIPx Flex Mobile Alert Device<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n VIPx\u00ae Caregiver Smartphone App<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n Safe Watch Active\u00ae<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n\n\n\n $29.95 Cost Per Month<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n $34.95 Cost Per Month<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n $43.95 Cost Per Month<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n $45.95 Cost Per Month<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n $45.95 Cost Per Month<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n $8.00<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n $49.95 Cost Per Month<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n $27.95\/Month Paid Quarterly<\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n $32.95\/Month Paid Quarterly<\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n $41.95\/Month Paid Quarterly<\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n $43.95\/Month Paid Quarterly<\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n $43.95\/Month Paid Quarterly<\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n n\/a<\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n $47.95\/Month Paid Quarterly<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n\n $22.87\/Month Paid Annually<\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n $28.37\/Month Paid Annually<\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n $36.62\/Month Paid Annually<\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n $38.45\/Month Paid Annually<\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n $38.45\/Month Paid Annually<\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n n\/a<\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n $42.12\/Month Paid Annually<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n\n $5.00 Fall Detection<\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n $5.00 Fall Detection<\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n $5.00 Fall Detection<\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n $5.00 Fall Detection<\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n $5.00 Fall Detection<\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n n\/a<\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n $5.00 Fall Detection<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Cancellation Policy & Discounts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n Cancel at Any Time<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n Senior Discount<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n Advance Payment Discounts<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n Other Discounts<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n\n\n\n Yes. This company also refunds unused, prepaid amounts, but you pay to ship the equipment back.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n No<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Refer a friend and receive one month free for each referral and the person you refer will also receive one free month.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\nEquipment Features<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n Approximate Button Range in Typical Home<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n Watch Pendant Button Battery Life<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n What Happens if I Lose Power<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n Watch Pendant Waterproof<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n How Can The Button Be Worn<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n UL Certified Equipment<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n Technical & Customer Support<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n\n\n\n Up to 1,400 ft for the In-Home system to the base unit. .<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Battery will last approximately 2-5 years. LifeFone will contact you when the battery is low for a free replacement. The battery life with fall detection button is approximately 5 days.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Approximately 32 hours of backup battery<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Neck, wrist or wall-mounted options. Must choose when ordering.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n LifeFone\u2019s monitoring centers are open 24\/7. Their customer service is available to answer general questions from 8am – 10pm ET, 7 days a week.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\nMonitoring Center<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n TMA <\/strong><\/strong><\/strong>Five Diamond Certified<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/a> Monitoring Center<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n Typical Response Once is Button Pressed<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n Automatic Test Signals Sent<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n\n\n\n Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Per the company, the average is 15 seconds.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Yes – Monthly<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\nFall Detection, GPS, & Cellular Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n Activity or Inactivity Monitoring<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n Senior Fall Detection<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n Cellular or No Phone Line<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n Smoke or Carbon Monoxide Protection<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n GPS Medical Alert Tracking System<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n\n Separate Systems Needed For Mom & Dad<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n\n\n\n Yes, they call it Activity Assurance<\/em> ($6.00\/month).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n\n Yes. Cost varies from $5-10 per month, depending on the system you add it to.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Yes, with all systems except the At-Home Landline system<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n No<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Yes, with At-Home & On-the-Go, the At-Home & On-the-Go Voice in Pendant systems and VIPx\u00ae.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n No, spouses are covered free. Just pay for an extra help button at $39.95.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\nWhat We Like About LifeFone<\/h2>\nFlexible Monitoring Agreement –<\/strong> You can cancel your Lifefone medical alert service at any time. Remember to return your equipment after you cancel their service. You will only pay for the time you’ve used their monitoring service.Subscriber Price Guarantee <\/strong>– Once you subscribe, you are locked into the price you signed up for and the price will never increase. A price lock guarantee can be very helpful to those on a fixed income.<\/p>\nTMA Five Diamond Certified<\/strong> – <\/strong>LifeFone owns and operates their own TMA Five Diamond Certified monitoring center, ensuring the operators are trained to a set standard.Activity Monitoring (Activity Assurance) – <\/em><\/strong>The unit will beep at a pre-determined time, in which you must press the button to acknowledge that your OK. If you do not press the button within 15 minutes, an alert will be sent to the monitoring station. This service is available with their At Home Landline Service only. LifeFone is one of the few medical alert monitoring companies that offers this useful service. <\/p>\nDaily Check In Services Call Option<\/strong> – Although this can be an expensive add-on at $19.00\/month, you can use this service for pill reminders, to simply check on a loved one, or any other daily call you would like made.<\/p>\nFall Detector Option – <\/strong>Since seniors and especially diabetics can have the tendency to faint, fall detectors can be helpful because the user would be unable to press their medical emergency button. LifeFone offers fall detection as an add-on to all their monthly monitoring plans at an affordable rate.<\/p>\nNo Phone Line\/Cellular Option – <\/strong>Since every household no longer has a traditional telephone line, having a reliable no phone line option is a must in order to place the emergency call. LifeFone now has the ability to utilize AT&T’s 4G LTE cellular phone service. Automatic Monthly Tests – <\/strong>System’s console does automatically test monthly to the monitoring station. LifeFone also encourages its customers to test their button manually as well to be sure they understand how it works. They will call and remind you to test, if needed.Mobile GPS Option – <\/strong>For seniors or even young children on the go, this may be an important option for you. You can take your medical alert protection with you wherever you go. <\/p>\nLocation Service Option – <\/strong>LifeFone’s Location Service enables a caregiver authorized by a LifeFone subscriber to know the location of the subscriber’s mobile device. This service is available with their At-Home & On-the-Go GPS VIP Active service and the VIPx\u00ae system. The cost is an additional $5\/month for this service.Unlimited Emergency Contact Notifications <\/strong>– They will contact as many people as you request.Free Coverage For Your Spouse<\/strong> – Simply purchase an additional help button and you can add your spouse to your system for no additional charge.New Vanity Pendant <\/strong>– LifeFone has added jewelry-style pendant necklaces so people will never know you are wearing a medical alert pendant. They come with a replaceable 2-year battery.Updated technology-<\/strong> LifeFone is an innovator in the medical alert industry, keeping up with the trends and technology. The VIPx\u00ae is as light as a AA battery and packs lots of features and VIP Flex has several wearable options while being the smallest and most light weight option. <\/p>\nWhat We Dislike About LifeFone<\/h2>\nNo Smoke Alarm or Carbon Monoxide Detection Options – <\/strong>Every home should be equipped with carbon monoxide and smoke alarms whether stand-alone or part of a system. Don’t get carbon dioxide (CO2) confused with carbon monoxide (CO) detection. Carbon Dioxide detection is not typically needed in a home. Even though LifeFone does not offer these options, you should have these products installed or purchase them from your local hardware store or home center retailer like Lowes, Home Depot or Menard’s.Basic Medical Alert Service Can Cost More Than Others –<\/strong> The cost of Lifefone’s In-Home landline system is a bit on the high side when compared to similar offerings from other medical alert providers, unless you are willing to pay annually.<\/p>\n | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |