{"id":7326,"date":"2009-09-17T15:33:22","date_gmt":"2009-09-17T19:33:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.medicalalertadvice.com\/?page_id=7326"},"modified":"2022-12-11T17:15:19","modified_gmt":"2022-12-11T22:15:19","slug":"walgreens-ready-response-review","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.medicalalertadvice.com\/reviews\/walgreens-ready-response-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Walgreens Ready Response Review"},"content":{"rendered":"
Walgreen’s is the nation’s largest drugstore chain and their medical alert systems are actually provided by Connect America (a third party) and not directly by Walgreens themselves. Connect America has been in the medical alert monitoring business for over 40 years and their multiple monitoring centers are based in the USA. Their operators have special medical alert monitoring training and they maintain a multilingual staff however, their monitoring centers are not TMA Five Diamond Certified. Walgreens is headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois while Connect America is in Long Island City, NY.<\/p>\n
If you go to Walgreen’s website you will not find information on their Ready Response service. If you search for “medical alert” on their website, you will actually find products available to purchase from\u00a0GreatCall<\/a>, but not Walgreen’s Ready Response.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Walgreens Ready Response Medical Alert offers traditional medical alert systems, cellular based systems, GPS options, and automatic fall detection all with a modern look and feel.<\/p>\n There are five system packages that Walgreens Ready Response Medical Alert offers with an add on option of automatic fall detection:<\/p>\n 1.\u00a0Home Based Unit:<\/strong>\u00a0Traditional in-home system that uses a landline. You do have the option of adding automatic fall detection to this system.<\/p>\n 2.\u00a0Cellular Home Based Unit:<\/strong>\u00a0In-home cellular based system that does not require a landline. System includes a Mytrex unit and pendant that can be worn multiple ways.\u00a0 Can be used with or without the fall detection pendant.<\/p>\n 3.\u00a0Ready Response On the Go – Mobile Safety Device:<\/strong>\u00a0Mobile medical alert that provides on the go coverage and uses GPS tracking and location-based services (LBS) which can be programmed to include fall detection (for an additional cost.)<\/p>\n 4.\u00a0All-in-1 Mobile :<\/strong>\u00a0Waterproof pendant with two-way audio built in. It can be used anywhere since it’s not tied to a base station. Includes automatic fall detection. This system may not be listed online however, it is available to purchase over the phone.<\/p>\n 5.\u00a0All-in-1 LTE:\u00a0<\/strong>This system is the same as the All-in-1 Mobile however it includes added protection with a Smart Cradle and additional wristband. The additional wristband provided keeps you protected while your pendant is charging on the Smart Cradle. It takes approximately 2-3 hours to charge your device and the battery lasts up to 5 days. This system may not be listed online however, it is available to purchase over the phone.<\/p>\n Fall Detection Pendant (Add on): In-home pendant with automatic fall detection that can be used with the In-Home or Cellular Home Based Units.<\/p>\n Walgreen’s Ready Response does not require long-term contracts. There is a low battery signal sent for the button and an automatic fall detection option. They have a mobile GPS option, new two-way voice pendant available, advanced payment discounts and free shipping. Their monitoring service operates two redundant monitoring centers.<\/p>\n Walgreens is only a reseller of the service, could take 5-7 days to receive the system, no activity or medical vitals monitoring option. No carbon monoxide detector or smoke alarm options available. Monitoring centers are not TMA Five Diamond Certified. Some of their products have one-time equipment fees.<\/p>\nREVIEW SUMMARY<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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SINCE WALGREENS READY RESPONSE IS NO LONGER BEING OFFERED, CONSIDER\u00a0CVS SYMPHONY<\/a>\u00a0INSTEAD.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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\n<\/span><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n Price<\/td>\n \n \n Cost for Equipment<\/strong><\/td>\n None. Self installation, but professional installation is available for a $75.00 fee.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Cost Per Month<\/strong><\/td>\n The Landline In-Home Based alert system monthly cost starts at $22.95 per month.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Advance Payment Discounts<\/strong><\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Monitoring Agreement Term<\/strong><\/td>\n Requires 30-day notice<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Repairs or Replacement Charges<\/strong><\/td>\n None, always covered by a full warranty and replacements shipped. If unit is lost or damaged, there will be a replacement fee.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Cancellation Policy & Discounts<\/td>\n \n \n Cancel at Any Time<\/strong><\/td>\n Yes, with 30-days notice. You will get a pro-rated amount back for unused services, and you have to pay return shipping.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Senior Discount<\/strong><\/td>\n No<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Other Discounts<\/strong><\/td>\n Refer a friend and receive one month of free service.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Equipment<\/td>\n \n \n Approximate Button Range in Typical Home<\/strong><\/td>\n 390 ft. radius<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Watch\/Button Battery Life<\/strong><\/td>\n Lithium battery with a 5 year life. Sends signal when low<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n What Happens if I Lose Power<\/strong><\/td>\n Approximately 30 hours of battery backup<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Is the Watch\/Button Waterproof<\/strong><\/td>\n Water resistant<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n How Can The Button Be Worn<\/strong><\/td>\n Pendant, wristband, or belt-clip. All 3 options included.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n UL Certified Equipment<\/strong><\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Does The System Automatically Test Itself To The Monitoring Center<\/strong><\/td>\n No, but we were told they will call you every 4-6 weeks to remind you to test the system.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 24 Hour Technical & Customer Support<\/strong><\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Monitoring Station<\/td>\n \n \n TMA Five Diamond Certified<\/a> Monitoring Center<\/strong><\/td>\n No. Monitoring provided by Connect America.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Typical Response Time When Button Pressed<\/strong><\/td>\n Approximately 1 Minute<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Other Options & Information<\/td>\n \n \n How Fast Does System Ship<\/strong><\/td>\n 5-7 business days to receive with the free shipping option<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Do You Need Separate Systems For Mom & Dad<\/strong><\/td>\n No, it’s $4.99\/month for a second user<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Optional Advanced Features<\/td>\n \n