Dispersed Alarms

Dispersed alarms (also commonly referred to as personal alarms) are usually the entry points into providing Telecare services for individuals.

A personal alarm consists of a base alarm unit and a pendant with a button that can be triggered when help is required by the user. When activated, a monitoring centres receive the call and can identify the caller and their address, and make an initial diagnosis of the nature and urgency of the need. Nominated response personnel (informal or formal carers) are alerted as required by the situation, following an established protocol which could result in the dispatch of the emergency services if required.

The most common types of sensors used are pendants or pull cords.  However, ‘passive’ or automatic alarm formats (i.e. there is no need for the individual to actively trigger the alarm) are also available such as smoke, fire and flood detectors.  

In addition to this there are more advanced types of Telecare service that collect everyday activity data automatically through various sensors such as front door open/ close detectors, pressure mats, bed/chair occupancy and wandering sensors. Data is then available to care personnel or family carers to monitor wellbeing and assess the need for help and support.

To find out more about the range of personal alarms and telecare Cirrus has available please call 0845 602 2440 and speak to one of the team.