Chu 朱May 15, 2024

What does the hivemind here have for recommendations for something to help monitor seniors if they fall or have some kind of health issue? Dad is north of 70 now, mom isn't far behind.

My friend recommended a Garmin watch that has fall detection. Not cheap, but willing to spend if that's the product. Want something that will last a bit and not be instant landfill ready e waste so definitely willing to spend on that front.

Seeing what else people are using and if you'd recommend. Thanks!

Show threadBlueThuliumMay 15, 2024
@chu not sure which Garmin you were referred, but I've got a forerunner 55 that has fall detection and can confirm it works (fell off a bike). I think it does need to be connected to a phone to do the alert though.
Needs to be charged once maybe twice a week, it is water resistant enough to wear in the shower.
Show threadChu 朱

@BlueThulium

Glad you are ok. Venu 3S is the one my friend settled on for his in laws and recommended.

May 15, 2024 at 11:28amWeb