GPS trackers may seem like an invasion of privacy for some, but when it comes to the safety of your senior loved one, they can be a great way for caregivers to keep an eye on them from afar and give you peace of mind knowing that you will be able to locate them quickly should they become lost. Seniors with Alzheimer’s Disease or dementia may be prone to wandering, so a GPS tracker could be a lifesaver.
These trackers don’t have to be large or intrusive. In fact, most modern trackers are discreet, allowing your senior to keep them in the bottom of a bag or even around their neck. They are also designed with an emphasis on safety including emergency buttons that can alert caregivers, services that can contact emergency responders, and tools to monitor health metrics.
We aren’t talking about medical alert systems here, like the kind that can alert someone in case the senior is not able to get to a phone. Only some medical alert systems come with GPS ability. If you want to keep an eye on a wandering senior, you need to be sure the device is equipped with some kind of GPS system.
These GPS trackers come in an array of different designs so you can pick the one that works best for you and your senior loved one. These include necklaces, keychains, bracelets, or even shoe soles. Do your research online because you will have to consider several factors such as price, type of device, monthly fees, or additional features. There are both pros and cons to GPS trackers, but it’s just one more tool for you to help with allowing your senior to live a safe and independent life.
Comfort Keepers of Santa Clarita is the largest provider of home care services in the Santa Clarita Valley, with over a decade of experience with senior home care. It is our mission to support families in need by offering services that range from part-time to long-term.
Your aging loved one deserves to stay in the comfort of their own home, and with a Caregiver from Comfort Keepers Santa Clarita, you can rest assured knowing that they are in safe hands.
Each trained caregiver is a professional trained to make sure your loved one is safe & happy. One of our Care Managers would love to answer any questions you may have, so give us a call to learn more about our wide range of services for both you and your senior loved one.
Comfort Keepers of Santa Clarita
23900 Lyons Ave
Santa Clarita, CA 91321
(661) 523-0322
www.homecaresantaclarita.com
