by Dr. Don Rose, Writer, Life Alert
In the movie bearing his name, Forrest Gump famously said, “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get.” In thinking about ways to explain the value of Life Alert to those just learning about it, I thought of a similar yet slightly different line. “Life Alert is like a box of protection. You always know what you’re gonna get.” What you’re always gonna get is great service from a courteous and helpful staff, available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. The “box of protection” is the Life Alert 2-way communications box. Combined with Life Alert’s ultralight waterproof pendant and a great personable service, it enables you to get help whenever you need it if you suffer an emergency at home. Even if you cannot reach a phone. Even if you cannot talk. Life Alert cost? This 24/7 protection provided by the Life Alert system is priceless. Dare I say, it’s even better than chocolate.
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Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
BEST OF TESTIMONIALS: PAWING LIFE ALERT PENDANT TRULY MAKES DOG MAN’S BEST FRIEND
Yes, we at Life Alert do get letters stating how pets, in some cases, know how to push the Life Alert pendant when they sense their owners are in trouble. Here is just one example:
My husband had a seizure and fell down in the house. Either he or our dog pushed the Life Alert help button. Since he did not respond to the return phone call, Life Alert contacted the emergency people, who came out to help. They also called me at school. I am so thankful for Life Alert. If my husband had been left at home all day, I’m not sure he would’ve survived. -Sandi K., Ocoee FL
Now we ask you: who is a better friend than one who saves your life, then licks your face afterwards? Truly this man’s best friend!
My husband had a seizure and fell down in the house. Either he or our dog pushed the Life Alert help button. Since he did not respond to the return phone call, Life Alert contacted the emergency people, who came out to help. They also called me at school. I am so thankful for Life Alert. If my husband had been left at home all day, I’m not sure he would’ve survived. -Sandi K., Ocoee FL
Now we ask you: who is a better friend than one who saves your life, then licks your face afterwards? Truly this man’s best friend!
BEST OF TESTIMONIALS: MORE DOGGONE GOOD LIFE ALERT LETTERS
Here are a few more heartfelt testimonials involving dogs that we’ve received here at Life Alert:
I took my dog Sweetie out for her morning walk, forgetting about the beans I had put on the stove. As I turned the last corner I realized something was wrong. The fire department had arrived as I reached the house, and they took care of my smoke filled house. I also received a call from my doctor, who you had notified. I am very impressed with the promptness of your call. Being 87 years old, my memory is somewhat impaired. I thank you for your caring, and I know you are there for me if I need you. -Rita M., Phoenix AZ
It was around five o’clock when I put my dog’s leash on him and grabbed my cane and walked up our driveway to fetch the evening newspaper. Instead of walking back to our house on the driveway, I foolishly started back down via our upper, very wet lawn (from our own watering system being on that afternoon). On my first step I slipped and fell!! I scooted as far as the fence around our pool, then figured I could grab some boards and be able to stand and walk on to the house. Wrong! I’m too old to do the things that I used to do quite easily. Finally I used the Life Alert thing hanging around my neck, which brought the help I wanted. They came quickly and took me to our hospital for an exam. Now I tell my friends not to do the stupid thing I did. Doctors should also tell their patients that, too. That is my story, and I’ll be telling anyone who wants to know why I’m still turning my head quite slowly! -Margaret S., Okanogan WA
The response was excellent! I tripped over my dog and hit my head against the handle to the oven door, and bled profusely. I immediately punched the button on the Life Alert necklace I was wearing. First time I have used it. The quick response was great. A female voice came on the speaker box and asked simple, forthright questions and guided me accordingly – to turn on my porch light, unlock the front door, and sit down and wait for the medics. Thank you! A concussion and ten head-staples later, I am most appreciative of your service. Worth every penny! -Martha L., Modesto CA
I was in my backyard, getting ready to dump water from my dogs’ pool. I thought the water level had gone down enough that I could lift the pool and dump the water, however I lost my balance and was unable to stabilize myself. I had a stroke in 1994 which affected my right side; I have limited mobility in my right leg, and no use of my right arm. I fell in such a way that I couldn’t get up. I depressed my Life Alert button. I wasn’t sure if you received my signal because I was outside my home. It was very hot that day, over 90 degrees. I was very glad to see the ambulance when it arrived. The gentlemen were very nice. They helped me to my feet and checked to see if I was hurt in any way. I was only shaken. Had it not been for Life Alert, I could have laid there for hours and suffered much worse injuries due to the intense heat, or death. -Ralph G., Jackson TN
I was gone for the day, and the man who brings my firewood brought in several cardboard boxes full of 2x4 ends, which I use for starting fires. He set them on the hearth, a little close to the stove. The boxes caught fire and then the 2x4 ends began to smolder. The two people on my call list were both gone, so Life Alert called the local fire department. The patrolman who first responded was, coincidentally, the man who first installed your smoke alarm. When he arrived and looked through the front window, he said the whole house was full of smoke. He got in through the back door and threw the burning boxes of wood out into the front yard and aired out the house. He also rescued my little dog and took her out to his patrol car so she could get some fresh air. I am convinced that, in another five minutes or less, the whole house would have been on fire and probably no one would have known it until the flames started coming out the roof. Whatever I have spent on Life Alert was repaid a thousand times during this one incident. I have you (and the local fire department) to thank for saving my house and my little dog. I am very thankful that you took such prompt action. -Joyce M., Troy MT
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I took my dog Sweetie out for her morning walk, forgetting about the beans I had put on the stove. As I turned the last corner I realized something was wrong. The fire department had arrived as I reached the house, and they took care of my smoke filled house. I also received a call from my doctor, who you had notified. I am very impressed with the promptness of your call. Being 87 years old, my memory is somewhat impaired. I thank you for your caring, and I know you are there for me if I need you. -Rita M., Phoenix AZ
It was around five o’clock when I put my dog’s leash on him and grabbed my cane and walked up our driveway to fetch the evening newspaper. Instead of walking back to our house on the driveway, I foolishly started back down via our upper, very wet lawn (from our own watering system being on that afternoon). On my first step I slipped and fell!! I scooted as far as the fence around our pool, then figured I could grab some boards and be able to stand and walk on to the house. Wrong! I’m too old to do the things that I used to do quite easily. Finally I used the Life Alert thing hanging around my neck, which brought the help I wanted. They came quickly and took me to our hospital for an exam. Now I tell my friends not to do the stupid thing I did. Doctors should also tell their patients that, too. That is my story, and I’ll be telling anyone who wants to know why I’m still turning my head quite slowly! -Margaret S., Okanogan WA
The response was excellent! I tripped over my dog and hit my head against the handle to the oven door, and bled profusely. I immediately punched the button on the Life Alert necklace I was wearing. First time I have used it. The quick response was great. A female voice came on the speaker box and asked simple, forthright questions and guided me accordingly – to turn on my porch light, unlock the front door, and sit down and wait for the medics. Thank you! A concussion and ten head-staples later, I am most appreciative of your service. Worth every penny! -Martha L., Modesto CA
I was in my backyard, getting ready to dump water from my dogs’ pool. I thought the water level had gone down enough that I could lift the pool and dump the water, however I lost my balance and was unable to stabilize myself. I had a stroke in 1994 which affected my right side; I have limited mobility in my right leg, and no use of my right arm. I fell in such a way that I couldn’t get up. I depressed my Life Alert button. I wasn’t sure if you received my signal because I was outside my home. It was very hot that day, over 90 degrees. I was very glad to see the ambulance when it arrived. The gentlemen were very nice. They helped me to my feet and checked to see if I was hurt in any way. I was only shaken. Had it not been for Life Alert, I could have laid there for hours and suffered much worse injuries due to the intense heat, or death. -Ralph G., Jackson TN
I was gone for the day, and the man who brings my firewood brought in several cardboard boxes full of 2x4 ends, which I use for starting fires. He set them on the hearth, a little close to the stove. The boxes caught fire and then the 2x4 ends began to smolder. The two people on my call list were both gone, so Life Alert called the local fire department. The patrolman who first responded was, coincidentally, the man who first installed your smoke alarm. When he arrived and looked through the front window, he said the whole house was full of smoke. He got in through the back door and threw the burning boxes of wood out into the front yard and aired out the house. He also rescued my little dog and took her out to his patrol car so she could get some fresh air. I am convinced that, in another five minutes or less, the whole house would have been on fire and probably no one would have known it until the flames started coming out the roof. Whatever I have spent on Life Alert was repaid a thousand times during this one incident. I have you (and the local fire department) to thank for saving my house and my little dog. I am very thankful that you took such prompt action. -Joyce M., Troy MT
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Tuesday, December 30, 2008
MEDICARE PART D: OPEN ENROLLMENT ENDS DEC. 31
by Dr. Don Rose, Writer, Life Alert
Seniors, take note! If you don’t already know, the open enrollment period for Medicare Part D is ending this Wednesday. A CVS ad stated this fact. It also says: “CVS/pharmacy and the National Council on Aging urge you to review your Medicare Part D Plan choices for 2009,” adding that “We accept all Medicare Part D Plans.” Selecting the right plan for you is important (CVS claims that “choosing the right plan can save up to $250,” according to one study they cite), so do your homework and act fast. Tomorrow is only a day away!
Seniors, take note! If you don’t already know, the open enrollment period for Medicare Part D is ending this Wednesday. A CVS ad stated this fact. It also says: “CVS/pharmacy and the National Council on Aging urge you to review your Medicare Part D Plan choices for 2009,” adding that “We accept all Medicare Part D Plans.” Selecting the right plan for you is important (CVS claims that “choosing the right plan can save up to $250,” according to one study they cite), so do your homework and act fast. Tomorrow is only a day away!
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